In Short : The Delhi Cabinet has approved a ₹30,000 subsidy for 3 kW rooftop solar panels on homes, in addition to ₹78,000 from the Centre under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. With total aid of ₹1.08 lakh, residents can install solar panels at zero upfront cost, saving up to ₹4,200 monthly. The initiative targets […]
US solar tariffs could drive Asia transition boom – EQ
In Short : U.S. plans to impose steep tariffs on Southeast Asian solar panel imports could disrupt exports but spark a regional energy shift. Countries like Vietnam and Malaysia may pivot toward domestic clean energy deployment, boosting sustainability and energy independence. Success depends on strong policy support and investment, turning trade pressure into a catalyst […]
Delhi Assembly to install 500 kVA solar panels within 100 days – EQ
In Short : The Delhi Assembly will install 500 kVA solar panels on its premises within the next 100 days as part of its green initiative. The move aims to promote clean energy, reduce carbon emissions, and set an example for sustainable governance in the capital. In Detail : NEW DELHI – The Delhi Assembly […]
‘Solar panels very helpful in irrigating fields’: Rajkot farmer shares ‘life-changing’ story – EQ
In Short : A farmer from Rajkot shared how installing solar panels transformed his farming experience. With reliable solar-powered irrigation, he now cultivates crops year-round, reducing dependence on erratic electricity supply and cutting costs. Calling it ‘life-changing’, the farmer praised solar energy for improving productivity, ensuring water availability, and making agriculture more sustainable and profitable. […]
NDMC aims for solar panels on every rooftop by 2026 9 000 new water connections – EQ
In Short : The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) aims to install solar panels on every rooftop by 2026, securing 200 MW of solar power from SECI. Additionally, NDMC will provide 9,000 new water connections in 34 clusters, benefiting 47,000 residents within six months. These initiatives support sustainability and improved infrastructure for a greener, more […]
Mobile maker Micromax announces new venture to make solar panels in India – EQ
In Short : Micromax has launched Startup Energy, a new venture to manufacture high-efficiency solar panels in India. Partnering with China’s Jinchen, the company plans a 5 GW solar module facility. This move supports India’s renewable energy goals and marks Micromax’s expansion beyond electronics, aiming to make clean energy more accessible and sustainable for businesses […]
Solar stock jumps 3% after receiving ₹23 Cr order for supply of solar panels – EQ
In Short : Shares of a solar company surged 3% after securing a ₹23 crore order for the supply of solar panels. This development reflects growing demand for solar energy solutions, bolstering the company’s revenue prospects and emphasizing the increasing adoption of renewable energy in India’s power sector. In Detail : Shares of one of […]
Gautam Solar files Patent for Revolutionary AI-Based System to Detect Defects in Solar Panels – EQ
New Delhi – Gautam Solar, manufacturer of Technically Advanced Modules TM, announces the filing of a Patent for its latest Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based system to detect defects in solar panels. This innovative solution integrates advanced imaging and AI technologies to enhance the efficiency and precision of defect detection in photovoltaic cells, setting a new benchmark […]
Indian solar panels face US scrutiny for possible links to China forced labor – EQ
In Short : Indian-made solar panels are under scrutiny by U.S. authorities for potential links to forced labor practices in China. The investigation focuses on whether components used in Indian solar panels are sourced from Chinese suppliers involved in human rights violations, particularly in the Xinjiang region. This scrutiny could impact the import of Indian […]
UP plans to have 30K ‘surya mitras’ to install solar panels in all houses – EQ
In Short : Uttar Pradesh plans to train and deploy 30,000 “surya mitras” to install solar panels in households across the state. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of solar energy at the grassroots level, providing employment opportunities while promoting sustainable energy practices. The surya mitras will play a crucial role in helping the […]