India reaches 100 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity

This is part of the ALMM for solar PV modules.

India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing capacity has reached 100 gigawatts (GW) this year from 2.3 GW in 2014.

According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, this capacity is listed under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for Solar PV Modules.

“This achievement strengthens our path towards Atmanirbhar Bharat and the target of 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030,” the ministry said.

The ALMM order was issued in January 2019, with the first list published on 10 March 2021 with an initial enlisted capacity of around 8.2 GW.

“The crossing of the 100 GW solar module manufacturing capacity underscores the success of the Indian solar PV manufacturing story, and the collective efforts of the industry, various State governments, and the Government of India,” the ministry said.