Introduction Even the best solar technology cannot succeed without the right rules, regulations, and financial support. Government policies act as the blueprint for industry growth. We sat down with Sneha Prasad, Policy Head at SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India), to decode how government support is supercharging the solar boom. The Role of Government Subsidies […]
Introduction India has ambitious solar targets, but historically, the country has relied heavily on imported solar equipment. To truly become self-reliant, India needs a massive domestic manufacturing boom. We interviewed Vikram Mehta, Director of Waaree Energies, to understand how India is building a self-sustaining solar ecosystem. The “Make in India” Push Interviewer: Vikram, how has […]
Introduction Solar panels are amazing at generating electricity, but they have one major flaw: they only work when the sun is shining. What happens when it gets dark, or when heavy clouds roll in? We spoke with Neha Arora, Co-founder of AmpereHour, about why energy storage is the most critical piece of the renewable energy […]
Introduction The transition to renewable energy is no longer just a trend; it is a global necessity. As businesses and governments push for greener operations, the solar industry is seeing unprecedented growth. We sat down with Rahul Sharma, CEO of CleanMax, to discuss why he believes the next ten years will be entirely defined by […]
If you are planning to install a rooftop solar system or build a large solar power plant, the most important factor is the cost of the solar panels (modules). Solar modules usually make up about 50% to 60% of the total cost of a solar project. The May 2024 Solar Module Price Tracker report reveals […]
India is currently undergoing one of the fastest energy transitions in the world. With electricity demand rising every year, the country is rapidly shifting away from coal and heavily investing in renewable energy. According to the latest India Solar Market Outlook (2024–2028), the next five years will be a golden era for the Indian solar […]
Agriculture relies heavily on reliable water for crop irrigation. In many rural areas, farmers face unreliable grid power, frequent power cuts at night, or high diesel costs for running water pumps. To resolve these challenges, the government introduced the landmark PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) Scheme. This policy helps farmers replace […]
When installing a grid-connected rooftop solar system, solar panels do not directly feed into batteries—they connect to the main utility grid. But how does your electricity company keep track of the power your panels generate versus the power you draw from the grid? That tracking depends on your state’s solar metering policy: Net Metering or […]
Introduction When investing in solar panels designed to last 25 years or more, quality and durability are critical. To prevent low-quality imported equipment from flooding the market and to promote domestic manufacturing, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) enforces the ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturers) policy. Whether you are a homeowner, […]
Introduction For commercial and industrial (C&I) businesses, electricity costs account for a huge portion of monthly operating expenses. Commercial electricity tariffs are often much higher than residential rates. To solve this problem, the government introduced the Green Energy Open Access Rules, making it significantly easier for small, medium, and large businesses to buy renewable energy […]
