India saw a 3–10% drop in solar irradiation in 2024, affecting solar generation performance.
India advances solar and green hydrogen goals with new policies, investments, and tech insights, as solar module testing and forecasting gain momentum.
Solargis CEO Marcel Suri highlighted the impact of reduced irradiance and emphasized advanced forecasting tools for solar projects. Punjab released a draft Green Hydrogen Policy, aiming for 100 KTPA production by 2030 with extended incentives. UltraTech Cement invested ₹225.5 crore in a 75 MW solar project in Rajasthan via AMPIN Energy’s SPV. Coal India invited bids for a 1,000 MW solar project in Bikaner, with submissions due by May 7, 2025. Waaree Renewable Technologies reported 74.84% YoY revenue growth in Q4 FY25. Meanwhile, Fraunhofer ISE revealed that UV testing may overstate degradation in tunnel oxide passivated contact solar modules.
