Photovoltaic technology in india

How is India's solar photovoltaic manufacturing industry growing?

The Indian solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry is growing by leaps and bounds, with frequent announcements of expansion or new investments in the sector. India's cumulative module manufacturing nameplate capacity more than doubled from 18GW in March 2022 to 38GW in March 2023.

Does India have a manufacturing capacity for photovoltaic (PV)?

There is no existing manufacturing capacity in India for the initial stages of the photovoltaic (PV) value chain, namely from polysilicon to wafer. For these raw materials, Indian solar manufacturers are still dependent on imports, mainly from China. Prolonged dependence on the imports raises the severity of the associated risks.

What is the future of PV Manufacturing in India?

The future of the Indian PV manufacturing sector is bright. Upon attaining self-sufficiency in the next two to three years, India must focus on expanding its reach in other global markets and offer its PV products as a viable alternative to China in terms of quality and price.

Is India ready for a thin-film solar system?

India already has a reasonable base for silicon manufacturing (especially modules), but other emerging solar countries may wish to explore thin film options more closely due to the lower barriers for entry. Perovskites and perovskite-on-silicon tandems have recently emerged as promising thin-film routes.