The latest renewable energy news includes announcements on T1 Energy, ENGIE, First Solar, SECI, and others.
T1 Energy Signs 1.58 GW Solar Module Supply Agreements for 2027–2028 Deliveries in US
US photovoltaic manufacturer T1 Energy has signed solar module supply agreements exceeding 1.58 GW, including contracts with subsidiaries of renewable-energy producer Avantus. Announced October 30, the agreements cover delivery of TOPCon photovoltaic modules during 2027 and 2028 from T1 Energy’s 5 GW G1_Dallas manufacturing facility in Texas. The company now has more than 4 GW of its 2027 manufacturing capacity under contract. Modules will incorporate imported cells and domestically manufactured cells from the company’s G2_Austin factory. The first 2.1 GW phase of G2_Austin is scheduled to begin cell production in Q1 2027. T1 expects to offer modules containing more than 60 percent domestic content during 2027.
ENGIE Commissions 450 MW Solar Projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat, Targets 1 TWh Annual Generation
French energy company ENGIE has completed commissioning of two solar power projects in India with combined capacity of 450 MW. Announced October 29 and reported October 30, the developments include the 250 MW Khaba solar project in Barmer, Rajasthan, and the 200 MW Khavda solar project in Gujarat. Khaba is expected to generate approximately 650 GWh annually, while Khavda will produce around 350 GWh. The Gujarat project has a 25-year electricity purchase agreement with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited. Approximately 80 percent of construction workers were recruited locally. ENGIE now has around 2 GW of renewable capacity operating or under construction in India, including battery storage and hybrid renewable projects.
First Solar Signs CubicPV Patent Licensing Agreement to Advance Perovskite Solar Technology in US
US photovoltaic manufacturer First Solar has signed a non-exclusive patent licensing agreement with CubicPV covering issued and pending US patents related to perovskite solar technology. Announced October 29, the agreement supports development of next-generation photovoltaic devices for utility-scale, commercial, industrial and residential applications. First Solar has invested more than $2 billion in thin-film research and development, including its perovskite programme. The company operates a perovskite development line in Perrysburg, Ohio, and is investing in a larger pilot manufacturing line expected to reach operational readiness during H1 2027. First Solar expects approximately 17 GW of US module manufacturing capacity by 2027. Financial terms of the licensing agreement were not disclosed.
SECI Launches 4 GW/16 GWh Battery Storage Tender for Rajasthan and Gujarat with November Deadline
The Solar Energy Corporation of India has launched a competitive tender for 4,000 MW/16,000 MWh of standalone battery energy storage systems in Rajasthan and Gujarat. Published October 28 and highlighted October 30, the procurement will select developers to supply stored electricity on demand through tariff-based competitive bidding. The proposed capacity represents four hours of discharge at full output. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2026, with online submissions closing November 19. Offline documentation must be submitted by November 23, and bids are scheduled to open on November 24. The tender is a procurement opportunity rather than an award of contracted capacity or confirmation of project financing.
