ENA Sectors 2025-01-07 15:06:49 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Jan 7 (KNN)</strong> Waaree Energies, Indias leading solar PV module manufacturer, has commenced trial production at its state-of-the-art 5.4 Gigawatt (GW) solar cell manufacturing facility in Chikhli, Gujarat.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This development marks a significant step toward bolstering Indias renewable energy manufacturing capabilities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Speaking on the occasion, Waarees Whole-time Director &amp; CEO, Amit Paithankar, emphasised the strategic importance of this initiative.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"> The commencement of trial production at our solar cell manufacturing facility is indeed an achievement for us and a testament to Indias renewable energy aspirations. Our drive for backward integration is aligned with the nations goal of reducing dependence on imports, thereby creating a robust, self-reliant solar supply chain, he said.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Headquartered in Mumbai, Waaree operates one of the largest solar PV module manufacturing infrastructures in India, with an impressive installed capacity of 13.3 GW. This includes 1.3 GW from Indosolar, further consolidating its leadership in the sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The company also has a global footprint across 25 countries, offering a range of solar solutions, from panel manufacturing to engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, project development, and rooftop systems.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Chikhli facility, boasting a 5.4 GW capacity, positions Waaree as the operator of the largest advanced solar cell manufacturing plant in India.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This milestone aligns with the countrys broader vision of achieving energy self-reliance and scaling up renewable energy production.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">By reducing dependence on imports and focusing on backward integration, Waaree reinforces its commitment to strengthening Indias solar manufacturing ecosystem.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This advancement not only supports domestic renewable energy goals but also underscores Indias potential as a global leader in clean energy technology.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 40540 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/waaree-energies-begins-trial-production-at-54-gw-solar-cell-plant-in-gujarat 2025-01-07 15:06:49 knnindia.co.in