India Solar Manufacturing Powers A New Clean Energy Era
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Launched G12R High-Power Series (635 Wp) with higher efficiency to Set New Standards Aims to achieve 11.0 GW module facility in Dudu, Jaipur and 8.0 GW cell capacity in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh by 2026. In the first half of 2025, India achieved record solar and wind power generation, cutting nearly 24 million tonnes of emissions and reducing reliance on coal. This surge highlights the country’s accelerating transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
A recent report shows that solar power in India grew by about 17 TWh (terawatt-hours) in Jan–June 2025, up roughly 25 % over the same period last year. Wind power rose by about 11 TWh. Because of this, coal-based generation fell by about 22 TWh, and gas‐based generation dropped ~34 % in that
In line with this momentum, GREW Solar, one of India’s fastest-growing solar PV manufacturers, launched its G12R High-Power Series ahead of REI Expo 2025, the country’s premier clean energy exhibition. The series reinforces India’s national target of 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030, underscoring GREW Solar’s commitment to strengthening India’s position as a global solar manufacturing hub.
India has set a target to reach 500 GW of renewable (non-fossil) power by 2030.
The company behind GREW Solar is part of the Chiripal Group with a 50-year manufacturing legacy in Ahmedabad. The G12R High-Power Series, delivering up to 635 Wp, is engineered for utility-scale efficiency, cutting total module count by 6–8% per MW, reducing BOS costs, and improving logistics and installation timelines. With an optimised cell layout and enhanced mechanical strength, it offers 6–7% higher container power density and 1.5–3% more power per m² compared to standard TOPCon modules.
The “TOPCon” technology (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) that GREW Solar uses is more efficient than older solar cell types because it reduces recombination losses and improves contact quality.
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It helps reduce the number of modules needed per MW, which lowers installation, mounting and wiring costs.
Dr. Mohammad Rihan, Director General, National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), said: “It is encouraging to see companies like GREW Solar taking decisive steps toward advancing India’s renewable energy vision. The launch of the G12R High-Power Series reflects how Indian manufacturers are not just scaling capacity but also raising benchmarks in technology and quality. As India moves steadily toward its 2047 energy independence vision, such initiatives play a vital role in strengthening domestic manufacturing and ensuring long-term energy security.”
The idea of India achieving “energy independence” by 2047 is part of a broader vision to reduce import dependence for fuel and ensure a strong domestic manufacturing base for renewables. Also, strengthening local manufacturing helps reduce cost and supply chain risk.
Mr Vinay Thadani, CEO & Director, GREW Solar, said: “The G12R High-Power Series is designed to meet the real needs of large-scale developers while supporting India’s clean energy goals. As the country moves toward 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030 and energy independence by 2047, we are building a manufacturing ecosystem that ensures scale, efficiency, and reliability. Our focus is on combining advanced technology with execution strength to deliver solutions that strengthen India’s clean energy leadership.”GREW Solar has already achieved a manufacturing capacity of 8 GW modules (in pipeline) and is setting up backwards integration (cells, wafers, ingots) to reduce reliance on imports.
Having strong downstream manufacturing supports cost competitiveness and global exports. Mr Hardip Singh, COO, GREW Solar, said: “At GREW Solar, our focus has always been on operational excellence and execution discipline. The G12R High-Power Series is the result of close collaboration across our engineering, manufacturing, and R&D teams, all aligned toward building modules that deliver both performance and reliability at scale. As we expand our cell and module capacities, our priority remains ensuring efficiency across every stage of production while contributing meaningfully to India’s growing renewable ecosystem.”
Quality, reliability, and scale are critical for utility-scale solar projects, as maintenance, downtime, and module failure can be costly. By focusing on R&D and manufacturing process, GREW Solar is aligning with best practices in high-efficiency module manufacturing. With an existing 6.5 GW PV module facility in Dudu (Jaipur), GREW Solar is expanding capacity to 11.0 GW, alongside an 8.0 GW PV cell facility in Narmadapuram (Madhya Pradesh). Backed by a recent ₹300 crore fundraise, the company is accelerating its capacity expansion, R&D, and innovation roadmap, targeting completion by 2026.
Reports indicate that the company plans to invest approximately ₹300 billion (or ₹30 billion) to build a 3 GW integrated cell and module facility in Madhya Pradesh on a 60-acre site, targeting operational commencement by 2026. Also, the manufacturing base in Jaipur is already being scaled, and this kind of expansion helps India build its domestic solar manufacturing capacity and reduce imports.