PM Surya Ghar 2.0: Battery Storage, Subsidy Update
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PM Surya Ghar 2.0: Battery Storage, Subsidy Update

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US Solar Tariffs 2026: Section 232 Polysilicon Guide
Solar in 2026

US Solar Tariffs 2026: Section 232 Polysilicon Guide

Trump's Aug 6, 2026 Section 232 proclamation sets minimum import prices on polysilicon, cells, and modules. What changes for US EPCs before Dec 4.

Shashank·Aug 17, 2026·8 min read
Solar Design Software for Indian EPCs
Reslink & Software

Solar Design Software for Indian EPCs

Solar design software for Indian EPCs: what the category actually covers, how it splits by project type, and why 3D design replaced manual layout.

Shashank·Aug 9, 2026·8 min read
CERC ISTS Waiver Relief: Delayed Solar Projects 2026
Market & Policy

CERC ISTS Waiver Relief: Delayed Solar Projects 2026

CERC's draft Fifth Amendment offers ISTS relief for solar projects delayed by transmission gaps. Eligibility, deadlines, what EPCs must do now.

Shashank·Aug 8, 2026·9 min read
Solar Quotation Software for Indian EPCs
Reslink & Software

Solar Quotation Software for Indian EPCs

Solar quotation software for EPCs: what it is, what to check before choosing one, and how Reslink generates a complete quote in under 10 minutes.

Shashank·Aug 7, 2026·7 min read
India's ₹5,070 Crore Floating Solar Push: What EPCs Need to Know
Market & Policy

India's ₹5,070 Crore Floating Solar Push: What EPCs Need to Know

Cabinet approved ₹5,070 crore for 5,000 MW of floating solar with mandatory battery storage. CFA, timeline, and what EPCs should do now.

Shashank ·Aug 5, 2026·10 min read
PM Surya Ghar 2.0: Battery Storage, Subsidy Update
Market & Policy

PM Surya Ghar 2.0: Battery Storage, Subsidy Update

MNRE is consulting on a redesigned scheme tying subsidies to generation, not capacity. Still proposal stage. Here's what's actually confirmed.

Shashank ·Aug 2, 2026·7 min read
India's New Electricity Rules 2026: What Solar EPCs Must Know
Market & Policy

India's New Electricity Rules 2026: What Solar EPCs Must Know

Draft rules end free net metering above 5kW and let states mandate battery storage above 500kW. Still draft, not law. Here's what to build into proposals now.

Shashank ·Aug 2, 2026·9 min read
MNRE Solar Module Warranty SOP 2026: What EPCs Must Know
Market & Policy

MNRE Solar Module Warranty SOP 2026: What EPCs Must Know

New MNRE rules mandate 10-year product and 25-year performance warranties for PM Surya Ghar and PM-KUSUM modules. Scope and EPC action inside.

Shashank ·Aug 2, 2026·8 min read
Electricity Tariffs Just Rose Again. Solar Payback Is Now Under 5 Years.
Solar in 2026

Electricity Tariffs Just Rose Again. Solar Payback Is Now Under 5 Years.

Official Egypt residential electricity tariff 2026, updated August 1. Full EGP/kWh slab table and industrial rate for EPC proposals.

Shashank ·Jul 28, 2026·10 min read
India Is Set to Become the World’s Second Largest Solar Market in 2026
Market & Policy

India Is Set to Become the World’s Second Largest Solar Market in 2026

India hit 162.15 GW of solar in June 2026, on track to be the second largest market by annual installs. What this means for EPCs.

Shashank ·Jul 28, 2026·10 min read
Net Metering Approvals in India — A Step by Step State Guide for EPCs
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Net Metering Approvals in India — A Step by Step State Guide for EPCs

Net metering DISCOM approval in India: 7-step process, documents, state rules including UP, and common rejection reasons for EPCs.

Shashank ·Jul 28, 2026·13 min read
Maharashtra Now Requires Batteries With Commercial Solar
Battery & Storage

Maharashtra Now Requires Batteries With Commercial Solar

Maharashtra now requires battery storage on solar above 100 kW. What it costs, how to lease instead of buy, and how EPCs should price it.

Shashank ·Jul 28, 2026·9 min read
EU Hybrid Solar‑Wind Projects: An EPC‑Focused Guide
Wind & Hybrid

EU Hybrid Solar‑Wind Projects: An EPC‑Focused Guide

EU hybrid solar-wind EPC guide using Spain and Germany cases: shared grid connections, Frontones, Vattenfall, permits and guarantee rules.

Shashank·Jul 27, 2026·12 min read
FERC Interconnection Reform 2026: EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

FERC Interconnection Reform 2026: EPC Guide

PJM's interconnection timeline hit 8+ years. FERC's Order 2023 reforms are still being enforced. What's actually changing for solar EPCs.

Shashank ·Jul 25, 2026·10 min read
Indian Solar EPCs Go Global: 2026 Rankings
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Indian Solar EPCs Go Global: 2026 Rankings

See how Indian solar EPCs are expanding globally in 2026, led by L&T and Sterling & Wilson across Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, Africa and Australia.

Shashank ·Jul 25, 2026·11 min read
VinEnergo-SunAsia 422 MWp Floating Solar: EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

VinEnergo-SunAsia 422 MWp Floating Solar: EPC Guide

VinEnergo and SunAsia's real $406M, 422 MWp Philippine portfolio uses pile-supported structures, not buoyant floats. What EPCs need to know.

Shashank·Jul 23, 2026·11 min read
Solar ITC Compliance File: What EPCs Must Document
Solar in 2026

Solar ITC Compliance File: What EPCs Must Document

Beyond the July 4 deadline: what EPCs must document for Section 48E solar ITC claims, from PWA and MACR to domestic content and 10-year FEOC recapture.

Shashank·Jul 23, 2026·10 min read
2026 Top Solar EPCs: What the Real List Shows
Solar in 2026

2026 Top Solar EPCs: What the Real List Shows

Understand what Solar Power World’s 2026 Top Solar EPCs list really ranks: 107 US firms by 2025 DC kilowatts, EPC labels, and 2027 risks.

Shashank·Jul 23, 2026·9 min read
Thailand Rooftop Solar 2026: What EPCs Must Know
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Thailand Rooftop Solar 2026: What EPCs Must Know

Real 2026 Thailand reforms for EPCs: factory license removal, a residential tax deduction, and BOI's 8-year exemption for commercial solar.

Shashank·Jul 22, 2026·10 min read
Philippines RE Deadline 2026: What EPCs Must Know
Solar in 2026

Philippines RE Deadline 2026: What EPCs Must Know

DOE terminated 17,904 MW in non-performing contracts, opening real opportunity for EPCs through GEA-7 and Green Energy Auction reallocation rounds.

Shashank·Jul 22, 2026·10 min read
EU Grids Package 2026: What Solar EPCs Must Know
Solar in 2026

EU Grids Package 2026: What Solar EPCs Must Know

The EU Grids Package isn't law yet. Its real status, what it means for solar and storage permitting, and what not to plan around yet.

Shashank·Jul 22, 2026·9 min read
ALMM List-II: EPC Contract and Supply Risk Guide
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ALMM List-II: EPC Contract and Supply Risk Guide

ALMM List-II has been revised eight times in a year. Here's how EPCs should structure supplier contracts and client agreements around that volatility.

Shashank·Jul 21, 2026·7 min read
Aluminium Price Spike 2026: What US Solar EPCs Need
Geopolitics & Trade

Aluminium Price Spike 2026: What US Solar EPCs Need

The Middle East aluminium crisis peaked June 2 and has been falling since a ceasefire. Here's the real timeline and what it means for EPC procurement.

Shashank·Jul 20, 2026·11 min read
Solar Shading Losses Mitigation Techniques for EPCs in 2026
Technical Guides

Solar Shading Losses Mitigation Techniques for EPCs in 2026

Learn proven solar shading losses mitigation techniques for EPCs, from Sudoku algorithms to module re‑configuration, and avoid up to 15% under‑performance.

Shashank·Jul 19, 2026·10 min read
Solar Panel Types Guide 2026: EPC Reference
Technical Guides

Solar Panel Types Guide 2026: EPC Reference

Discover all solar panel technologies for 2026, their basics, EPC design impacts, standards, and selection checklist. A practical guide for global solar EPCs.

Shashank·Jul 19, 2026·11 min read
Solar Plan Set Guide for EPCs in 2026
Technical Guides

Solar Plan Set Guide for EPCs in 2026

Learn how EPCs can create compliant, high‑quality solar plan sets in 2026, following industry best‑practice guidelines and SEIA code standards.

Shashank·Jul 19, 2026·8 min read
Solar Panel System Components Explained – 2026 Guide
Technical Guides

Solar Panel System Components Explained – 2026 Guide

Understand all solar system parts—modules, inverters, batteries, mounting—so EPCs can design, procure, and install with confidence in 2026 today.

Shashank·Jul 18, 2026·10 min read
GRE Renew Enertech Order Book 2026: EPC Takeaways
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GRE Renew Enertech Order Book 2026: EPC Takeaways

GRE Renew Enertech’s 2026 order book surge signals new demand for Indian solar EPCs. Learn impacts, strategies, and market trends in this deep dive.

Shashank·Jul 18, 2026·11 min read
Understanding AC vs DC Solar Panels for EPC Projects
Technical Guides

Understanding AC vs DC Solar Panels for EPC Projects

Learn the key differences between AC‑coupled and DC‑coupled solar panels, how they affect EPC design, and what standards guide their use.

Shashank·Jul 18, 2026·10 min read
Peak and Off-Peak Hours for Solar: 2026 EPC Guide
Technical Guides

Peak and Off-Peak Hours for Solar: 2026 EPC Guide

How France’s midday off-peak reform, California ToU tariffs and India’s ToD rules affect solar design, battery sizing and EPC proposals.

Shashank·Jul 18, 2026·10 min read
Reading kW and kWh Correctly on Solar Proposals and Utility Bills
Technical Guides

Reading kW and kWh Correctly on Solar Proposals and Utility Bills

Learn how EPCs accurately read kW and kWh on solar proposals and utility bills, avoid common mistakes, and meet DOE and federal metering standards.

Shashank·Jul 18, 2026·9 min read
India Q1 2026 Solar Record: What EPCs Need to Know
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India Q1 2026 Solar Record: What EPCs Need to Know

India installed a record 15.3 GW in Q1 2026, driven by the ALMM List-II deadline, not PLI or tender deadlines. What EPCs should actually watch

Shashank·Jul 17, 2026·10 min read
Solar Company Marketing Strategies for EPC Growth
EPC Playbooks

Solar Company Marketing Strategies for EPC Growth

Learn how solar firms boost EPC growth with targeted outreach, YouTube lead generation, regional partnerships, and advanced technology integration.

Shashank·Jul 17, 2026·8 min read
Solar Installation Electrical Wiring Guide in 2026
Technical Guides

Solar Installation Electrical Wiring Guide in 2026

Learn the complete solar installation electrical wiring guide for EPCs in 2026, covering safety steps, standards, common errors, and immediate actions.

Shashank·Jul 17, 2026·9 min read
NTP to COD Milestones in Solar Project Development
Technical Guides

NTP to COD Milestones in Solar Project Development

Learn the key NTP to COD milestones for solar EPCs, practical design impacts, common pitfalls, and actionable steps to keep projects on schedule.

Shashank·Jul 17, 2026·7 min read
Utility Scale BESS Technology Types Selection Guide for EPCs
Technical Guides

Utility Scale BESS Technology Types Selection Guide for EPCs

Learn how EPCs can select the optimal utility‑scale BESS technology—lithium‑ion, hybrid solar‑plus‑storage, or emerging types—using up‑to‑date standards, cost benchmarks, and best‑practice guidelines.

Shashank·Jul 17, 2026·10 min read
NERSA Trading Rules Deadline Aug 2026 – EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

NERSA Trading Rules Deadline Aug 2026 – EPC Guide

NERSA extended the public comment deadline for its draft electricity trading rules to 28 August 2026. EPCs learn the impact, timeline, and how to submit comments.

Shashank·Jul 17, 2026·9 min read
How To Become A Solar PV Designer in 2026
EPC Playbooks

How To Become A Solar PV Designer in 2026

Step-by-step guide to become a solar PV designer in 2026, covering required skills, DOE training and how EPCs can build a qualified design team.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·9 min read
How to Disconnect Solar Panels Safely in 2026
Technical Guides

How to Disconnect Solar Panels Safely in 2026

Learn OSHA‑backed steps, NFPA 70E guidance, NEC 600V limit and common pitfalls for safely disconnecting solar PV arrays on commercial sites.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·10 min read
Next Generation Solar Panels 2026: What EPCs Need to Know
Technical Guides

Next Generation Solar Panels 2026: What EPCs Need to Know

Learn how next generation solar panels, market trends, and policy shifts in 2026 affect EPC planning and procurement decisions.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·10 min read
Solar Export Control Zero Export in India – 2026 Guide
Market & Policy

Solar Export Control Zero Export in India – 2026 Guide

Understand India’s solar export control zero export rules, eligibility, EPC steps, and latest updates for 2026 projects.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·5 min read
Solar Panel Orientation South vs East‑West in 2026
Technical Guides

Solar Panel Orientation South vs East‑West in 2026

South-facing maximizes annual kWh, while east-west layouts can improve roof density, export-hour value and usable capacity. EPC guide for 2026.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·13 min read
Solar Energy Laws Regulations India: 2026 Guide
Market & Policy

Solar Energy Laws Regulations India: 2026 Guide

Detailed 2026 guide on India’s solar energy laws, RPO targets, rooftop scheme extension, and open‑access rule updates for EPCs.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·9 min read
400 MW Solar EPC Contract Rajasthan – What EPCs Need to Know
EPC Playbooks

400 MW Solar EPC Contract Rajasthan – What EPCs Need to Know

Discover how HARTEK's 400 MW Rajasthan EPC award shapes financing, procurement, and regulatory steps for large‑scale solar projects in India.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·10 min read
Utility-Scale Solar Cost Per MW 2026: EPC Bid Guide
Solar in 2026

Utility-Scale Solar Cost Per MW 2026: EPC Bid Guide

Utility-scale solar cost per MW in 2026: why Lazard and NREL benchmarks diverge from EPC bid pricing, plus US and India CAPEX data.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·10 min read
Solar Panel Degradation Rate Real World in 2026
Technical Guides

Solar Panel Degradation Rate Real World in 2026

Understand the 2026 real-world solar panel degradation rate, industry benchmarks and how EPCs must plan for performance guarantees.

Shashank·Jul 16, 2026·11 min read
Australia Solar Sharer Offer: EPC Guide to Midday Power
Solar in 2026

Australia Solar Sharer Offer: EPC Guide to Midday Power

Learn how the Australia Solar Sharer Offer gives households free midday electricity and what EPCs need to do to capture new project demand today.

Shashank·Jul 15, 2026·9 min read
Steps to Set Up Solar Plant India 2026
EPC Playbooks

Steps to Set Up Solar Plant India 2026

A complete 2026 guide on how Indian EPCs set up solar plants, covering MNRE schemes, approvals, financing and compliance steps.

Shashank·Jul 15, 2026·11 min read
Solar Panel Tilt Angle and Azimuth Guide 2026
Technical Guides

Solar Panel Tilt Angle and Azimuth Guide 2026

Solar tilt and azimuth formulas for EPCs: latitude-based tilt tables for major India cities, PVGIS methodology, and seasonal adjustment data.

Shashank·Jul 15, 2026·10 min read
Germany Solar Subsidies 2026: EEG, KfW and EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

Germany Solar Subsidies 2026: EEG, KfW and EPC Guide

Complete Germany solar subsidy reference for EPCs: EEG rates by tier, KfW 270, Direktvermarktung threshold, and the 2027 reform timeline.

Shashank·Jul 15, 2026·11 min read
India Solar EPC Market 2026 Surge: Orders, Investment & Funding
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India Solar EPC Market 2026 Surge: Orders, Investment & Funding

Where India's 2026 solar EPC surge concentrates by state, what the June 2026 ALMM cell mandate means for procurement, and EPC-specific financing.

Shashank·Jul 14, 2026·8 min read
Energy Storage Summit Asia 2026: What Solar & Storage EPCs Need to Know
Solar in 2026

Energy Storage Summit Asia 2026: What Solar & Storage EPCs Need to Know

Energy Storage Summit Asia 2026 runs July 1-3 at QSNCC Bangkok, alongside ASEW. What solar and storage EPCs need to know before walking the floor.

Shashank ·Jun 30, 2026·8 min read
PhilEnergy Expo 2026: EPC Guide to June 24-26 Event
Solar in 2026

PhilEnergy Expo 2026: EPC Guide to June 24-26 Event

PhilEnergy Expo 2026 opens June 24 at WTC Manila. Solar, BESS, EV and clean energy. What EPCs need to know and do at the June 24-26 event.

Shashank ·Jun 23, 2026·7 min read
UK CfD AR8 2026: Gate 1 vs Gate 2 Solar EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

UK CfD AR8 2026: Gate 1 vs Gate 2 Solar EPC Guide

UK CfD AR8 opens July 20, 2026. Gate 1 projects excluded, Gate 2 required. A 30 day guide for UK and international solar EPCs and developers.

Shashank·Jun 20, 2026·9 min read
Spain Solar Grant Deadline June 2026: RD 477/2021 EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

Spain Solar Grant Deadline June 2026: RD 477/2021 EPC Guide

RD 477/2021 NextGen EU solar grants enter final execution phase. June 30 is the PRTR ceiling. What EPCs with approved client grants must do now.

Shashank ·Jun 19, 2026·7 min read
WA Solar Rules May 2026: The 30 kW Headline Is Only Half the Story
Solar in 2026

WA Solar Rules May 2026: The 30 kW Headline Is Only Half the Story

WA raised its solar connection limit to 30 kW in May 2026. But without remote management, exports cap at 1.5 kW. The EPC guide to what actually changed.

Shashank·Jun 15, 2026·8 min read
CSIP-AUS Solar Compliance 2026: What Every Australian EPC Must Know
Solar in 2026

CSIP-AUS Solar Compliance 2026: What Every Australian EPC Must Know

NSW mandates CSIP-AUS Emergency Backstop from mid-2026. v1.1a re-certification deadline October 1. State-by-state guide for Australian solar EPCs.

Shashank ·Jun 13, 2026·8 min read
US Solar ITC Deadline July 4 2026: EPC Action Guide
Solar in 2026

US Solar ITC Deadline July 4 2026: EPC Action Guide

The July 4, 2026 solar ITC deadline has passed. Here's what qualified, what didn't, and what EPCs need to do now under Section 48E and MACR rules.

Shashank ·Jun 12, 2026·10 min read
Japan FIP Auction Deadline 2026: September 30 Guide for EPCs
Solar in 2026

Japan FIP Auction Deadline 2026: September 30 Guide for EPCs

Japan's FIP auctions for large-scale solar end FY2026. September 30 is the FIP certification deadline, not just a bid date. What every EPC must know now.

Shashank ·Jun 11, 2026·9 min read
Brazil Solar Curtailment 2026: What EPCs Must Know
Solar in 2026

Brazil Solar Curtailment 2026: What EPCs Must Know

Brazil activated emergency solar curtailment for the first time June 7, 2026. ONS projects 17.8% average cuts. What EPCs must know.

Shashank ·Jun 10, 2026·8 min read
Germany Solarpflicht 2026: State by State EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

Germany Solarpflicht 2026: State by State EPC Guide

Germany has no national Solarpflicht yet. Six states have mandatory solar obligations for new builds and roof renovations. Here is what applies where.

Shashank ·Jun 9, 2026·9 min read
Germany Solar & Battery Storage 2026: EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

Germany Solar & Battery Storage 2026: EPC Guide

The Solar Peak Act makes battery pairing the default for German solar. Financial case, technical design principles, and what EPCs must change in proposals.

Shashank ·Jun 9, 2026·8 min read
Germany Solar Feed-In Tariff 2026: Last Year to Lock In
Solar in 2026

Germany Solar Feed-In Tariff 2026: Last Year to Lock In

Germany's EEG FiT faces abolition from 2027 for new systems. KfW 442 is gone. What the residential solar stack actually looks like now.

Shashank ·Jun 8, 2026·9 min read
Germany Agri-PV 2026: What Solar EPCs Need to Know
Solar in 2026

Germany Agri-PV 2026: What Solar EPCs Need to Know

Germany Agri-PV 2026: 2.1m clearance rule, §35 privileged permitting, dedicated EEG auction. How solar EPCs can enter this growing market.

Shashank ·Jun 5, 2026·8 min read
Germany Commercial Solar Incentives 2026: Full Stack
Solar in 2026

Germany Commercial Solar Incentives 2026: Full Stack

Germany commercial solar: KfW 270, BAFA grants, Marktprämie, §7g depreciation, zero VAT. How to combine every incentive in the right order.

Shashank ·Jun 5, 2026·9 min read
Intersolar Europe 2026: Munich Guide for Solar EPCs
Solar in 2026

Intersolar Europe 2026: Munich Guide for Solar EPCs

Intersolar Europe 2026 opens June 23 in Munich. C&I focus, agri-PV, storage, and 2,600 exhibitors. What every solar EPC should look for.

Shashank ·Jun 5, 2026·7 min read
Germany Solar Peak Act 2026: The EPC Guide to Feed-In Tariff Changes
Solar in 2026

Germany Solar Peak Act 2026: The EPC Guide to Feed-In Tariff Changes

Germany Solar Peak Act: 457 zero-income hours per year. Smart meter rule, 60% export cap, and what every German solar EPC must update.

Shashank ·Jun 4, 2026·9 min read
Best PVsyst Alternative for Solar EPCs in 2026
Software Comparison

Best PVsyst Alternative for Solar EPCs in 2026

PVsyst sets the simulation standard. Reslink adds mobile 3D design, automated BOE, SLD, ALMM compliance, and proposals. Full EPC workflow.

Shashank ·Jun 4, 2026·11 min read
Best Aurora Solar Alternative for Solar EPCs in 2026
Software Comparison

Best Aurora Solar Alternative for Solar EPCs in 2026

Looking for an Aurora Solar alternative? Reslink is solar design software built for India and emerging markets, not just the US. Here is why.

Shashank ·Jun 3, 2026·9 min read
Best Arka360 Alternative for Solar EPCs in 2026
Software Comparison

Best Arka360 Alternative for Solar EPCs in 2026

Looking for an Arka360 alternative in 2026? Reslink offers mobile 3D design, automated BOM, bank ready documents and CAPEX/OPEX proposals.

Shashank ·May 26, 2026·9 min read
Japan FIT Solar Curtailment 2026: FIT vs FIP Guide
Solar in 2026

Japan FIT Solar Curtailment 2026: FIT vs FIP Guide

From October 2025, FIT projects curtailed before FIP. FIT income is zero for curtailed generation. Kyushu, Shikoku, Hokkaido highest risk.

Shashank ·May 15, 2026·8 min read
Japan Closed Mega Solar: Rooftop FIT at JPY 19 Per kWh Is Now the Only Path
Solar in 2026

Japan Closed Mega Solar: Rooftop FIT at JPY 19 Per kWh Is Now the Only Path

Japan's Mega Solar Countermeasure Package ended ground-mount support. Rooftop FIT at JPY 19/kWh is the only government-backed path.

Shashank ·May 15, 2026·9 min read
3.2 GW of Korean Rooftop Solar Can Now Earn I RECs
Solar in 2026

3.2 GW of Korean Rooftop Solar Can Now Earn I RECs

3.2 GW of Korean rooftop solar can now earn I RECs. Corporate RE100 buyers are active. Most installers have not told their clients yet.

Shashank ·May 14, 2026·8 min read
Korea Rooftop Solar Siting Rules 2026: EPC Guide
Solar in 2026

Korea Rooftop Solar Siting Rules 2026: EPC Guide

Korea's February 2026 amendments exempt rooftop solar from all siting rules. Previously blocked projects are now viable. 200 kW subsidy ceiling.

Shashank ·May 14, 2026·8 min read
South Korea RPS Phase Out 2026 — Solar EPC Playbook
Solar in 2026

South Korea RPS Phase Out 2026 — Solar EPC Playbook

Korea's RPS ends December 2026. K REC revenue disappears. Every EPC with projects in the pipeline needs revised financial models now.

Shashank ·May 14, 2026·9 min read
Australia Solar Panel Price Rise In 2026
Solar in 2026

Australia Solar Panel Price Rise In 2026

China VAT removal adds 9 to 10%. Combined 15 to 20% increase. Australian installers must lock stock and shorten quote validity before June.

Shashank ·May 14, 2026·8 min read
Australia Battery Rebate 2026: Solar Installer Guide
Solar in 2026

Australia Battery Rebate 2026: Solar Installer Guide

Federal battery program, expanded to an estimated AUD 7.2 billion over 4 years. 3.7 million solar homes without storage. CEC battery accreditation is mandatory. The retrofit market is open now.

Shashank ·May 14, 2026·9 min read
AEMC Solar Curtailment Reform 2026: Installer Guide
Solar in 2026

AEMC Solar Curtailment Reform 2026: Installer Guide

AEMC draft rule addresses rooftop solar curtailment. Submissions close June 4. 28.3 GW affected. Check your installed systems now.

Shashank ·May 14, 2026·8 min read
Best Solar Design Software in India for 2026
Software Comparison

Best Solar Design Software in India for 2026

Reslink is solar design software built for Indian EPCs. Six tools compared on 3D design, BOM automation and India specific compliance features.

Shashank·May 11, 2026·10 min read
Reslink vs Aurora Solar vs Arka360: Which Is Right for You?
Software Comparison

Reslink vs Aurora Solar vs Arka360: Which Is Right for You?

Reslink vs Aurora Solar vs Arka360 for solar EPCs in 2026. Mobile design, BOE, bank-ready SLD, ALMM compliance, and global adaptability compared.

Shashank ·May 11, 2026·9 min read
How Reslink's 3D Solar Design Works: Site to Bankable Output
Reslink & Software

How Reslink's 3D Solar Design Works: Site to Bankable Output

Reslink connects design, proposal, BOM automation and bank ready documents in one workflow. A salesperson completes design to proposal in a single site visit.

Shashank ·May 11, 2026·8 min read
Mexico Solar Compensation Schemes 2026
Solar in 2026

Mexico Solar Compensation Schemes 2026

Mexico offers three solar compensation options: net metering, net billing and total sale, suited to different clients. How to choose the right one.

Shashank·May 7, 2026·6 min read
Nearshoring and Solar in Mexico — The C&I Opportunity for EPCs
Solar in 2026

Nearshoring and Solar in Mexico — The C&I Opportunity for EPCs

Mexico's nearshoring boom is filling industrial parks in the north. Every new factory needs power. Here is how solar EPCs can capture this C&I wave.

Shashank·May 7, 2026·6 min read
Mexico Distributed Generation Rules 2026 — What Solar EPCs Must Know
Solar in 2026

Mexico Distributed Generation Rules 2026 — What Solar EPCs Must Know

CRE published new DG rules in April 2026. The threshold rises to 0.7 MW and storage is now formally regulated. Here is what changed for Mexican solar EPCs.

Shashank·May 7, 2026·7 min read
DPPAs in Vietnam: How Buyers Can Now Purchase Solar Directly
Solar in 2026

DPPAs in Vietnam: How Buyers Can Now Purchase Solar Directly

Decree 57 enables Direct Power Purchase Agreements in Vietnam. Industrial parks can buy solar without going through EVN. What EPCs need to know.

Shashank ·May 7, 2026·6 min read
Vietnam's Self Consumption Solar Rules — What EPCs Should Know
Solar in 2026

Vietnam's Self Consumption Solar Rules — What EPCs Should Know

Decree 58 is Vietnam's active solar framework. Self consumption gets priority treatment and lighter regulation. Here is what every EPC needs to know.

Shashank ·May 7, 2026·7 min read
Vietnam May Let You Sell 50% of Your Solar Back to the Grid
Solar in 2026

Vietnam May Let You Sell 50% of Your Solar Back to the Grid

Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade proposes raising surplus solar sale to 50%. Still a draft — here is what EPCs should track and do now.

Shashank ·May 7, 2026·6 min read
Load Shedding Ended: Why Solar Still Wins in 2026
Solar in 2026

Load Shedding Ended: Why Solar Still Wins in 2026

South Africa passed 400 days without load shedding in 2026. Rising Eskom tariffs and future supply risk make solar the smart choice.

Shashank ·May 6, 2026·6 min read
Eskom's Tariff Hikes Just Made Solar More Profitable Than Ever
Solar in 2026

Eskom's Tariff Hikes Just Made Solar More Profitable Than Ever

NERSA approved Eskom tariff hikes for 2026 to 2028. South African solar EPCs who can present the new ROI clearly will close more deals than ever.

Shashank ·May 6, 2026·6 min read
The SSEG Deadline Is September 2026. Act Now or Pay the Fine
Solar in 2026

The SSEG Deadline Is September 2026. Act Now or Pay the Fine

September 30 is a fee waiver deadline, not a fine deadline. What actually happens after, and the NERSA draft rules hearing landing August 14.

Shashank ·May 6, 2026·7 min read
The Merger Fee That Is Blocking Commercial Solar Above 500 kW
Solar in 2026

The Merger Fee That Is Blocking Commercial Solar Above 500 kW

EgyptERA's Circular No. 3 of 2022 imposes a merger fee on commercial solar above 500 kW. Isolated self consumption systems are fully exempt. Here is what EPCs need to know.

Shashank ·May 6, 2026·6 min read
How Net Metering Actually Works for Homes and Businesses in 2026
Solar in 2026

How Net Metering Actually Works for Homes and Businesses in 2026

Egypt's net metering framework allows homes to offset their electricity bills with rooftop solar. The scheme has a 1,000 MW national cap, steps for connection, & rules on battery integration.

Shashank ·May 6, 2026·7 min read
Multi Site Net Metering Is Here. How to Sell More Solar Per Client.
Solar in 2026

Multi Site Net Metering Is Here. How to Sell More Solar Per Client.

Philippines DOE now allows multi site net metering, letting consumers share credits across accounts. How solar EPCs can use this to win more projects.

Shashank ·May 2, 2026·6 min read
Philippines Solar ROI 2026: Meralco Bills Make Solar the Easiest Sale
Solar in 2026

Philippines Solar ROI 2026: Meralco Bills Make Solar the Easiest Sale

Meralco hit ₱14.83/kWh in July 2026, a record. How Philippine solar EPCs use that bill as their strongest sales tool.

Shashank ·May 2, 2026·7 min read
Philippines Net Metering Approvals Now Take 10 Days.
Solar in 2026

Philippines Net Metering Approvals Now Take 10 Days.

The Philippines DOE has mandated net metering approvals in just 10 working days under DC2026-01-00012. Here is what the new circular means for solar EPCs.

Shashank ·May 2, 2026·6 min read
Solar Proposal Software vs Manual Quotation: The India EPC Math
Reslink & Software

Solar Proposal Software vs Manual Quotation: The India EPC Math

Solar proposal software vs manual quoting for Indian EPCs. Rupee math, close rate difference, and the 10-minute WhatsApp proposal advantage.

Shashank ·May 2, 2026·8 min read
How to Create a Solar Quotation: Indian EPC Guide
Reslink & Software

How to Create a Solar Quotation: Indian EPC Guide

How to create a solar quotation that converts Indian customers. Site-specific generation, shadow analysis, rupee ROI, and WhatsApp delivery.

Shashank ·May 2, 2026·10 min read
How to Survey and Design a Wind Solar Hybrid Site
Wind & Hybrid

How to Survey and Design a Wind Solar Hybrid Site

Wind solar hybrid site guide for Indian EPCs: how it differs from pure solar, shared land, grid connection and substation, and the survey process.

Shashank ·May 2, 2026·7 min read
India Is Targeting 100 GW of Wind by 2030
Wind & Hybrid

India Is Targeting 100 GW of Wind by 2030

India targets 100 GW wind by 2030, up from 56 GW today, 44 GW in four years. Solar EPCs partnering into wind projects can access this pipeline.

Shashank ·May 1, 2026·6 min read
PM Surya Ghar (Muft Bijli Yojana) 2026: Rs 78,000 Subsidy, Eligibility and EPC Guide
Market & Policy

PM Surya Ghar (Muft Bijli Yojana) 2026: Rs 78,000 Subsidy, Eligibility and EPC Guide

Get up to Rs 78,000 under PM Surya Ghar. Subsidy slabs, 5 kW cap, ALMM rules, battery eligibility, and loan options for solar EPCs in 2026.

Shashank ·May 1, 2026·9 min read
How to Add Battery Storage to an Existing Solar Project
Battery & Storage

How to Add Battery Storage to an Existing Solar Project

Adding battery storage to an existing solar installation is different from fresh solar plus storage install. Here's how to assess retrofit, choose the right coupling method for Indian clients in 2026.

Shashank ·May 1, 2026·5 min read
Solar O&M Is Now a Serious Business — Here Is How EPCs Can Build One.
EPC Playbooks

Solar O&M Is Now a Serious Business — Here Is How EPCs Can Build One.

India's solar O&M market covers 150 GW needing regular upkeep. How smaller EPCs can build an O&M business alongside their project work.

Shashank ·May 1, 2026·5 min read
India Just Hit 256 GW Peak Power Demand — Solar Carried a Third of It.
Market & Policy

India Just Hit 256 GW Peak Power Demand — Solar Carried a Third of It.

India hit a record 256.11 GW peak power demand, solar supplying 81 GW, a third of the total. What this means for EPCs and the next opportunity.

Shashank ·Apr 30, 2026·6 min read
PM Surya Ghar Is Blacklisting Bad Vendors: How EPCs Win
Market & Policy

PM Surya Ghar Is Blacklisting Bad Vendors: How EPCs Win

UPNEDA blacklisted a PM Surya Ghar vendor, March 2026. J&K Crime Branch called on another. How good EPCs can turn enforcement into an edge.

Shashank ·Apr 28, 2026·7 min read
India Wind Renewable Consumption Obligation 2026
Wind & Hybrid

India Wind Renewable Consumption Obligation 2026

India's new Wind RCO sits alongside solar RPO. With 6.05 GW of wind added in FY2026, here's why solar EPCs should pay attention.

Shashank ·Apr 28, 2026·6 min read
How to Get Your First 50 Solar Leads When You Are Just Starting Out
EPC Playbooks

How to Get Your First 50 Solar Leads When You Are Just Starting Out

New solar EPC in India? 7 lead channels that work, from Google My Business and IndiaMart to WhatsApp RWA groups. Step by step, realistic timelines.

Shashank ·Apr 24, 2026·7 min read
How 3D Design Closes More Solar Deals: Indian EPC Guide
Reslink & Software

How 3D Design Closes More Solar Deals: Indian EPC Guide

Reslink's 3D solar design helps close more deals for Indian EPCs. Five sales moments where a visual proposal changes the outcome.

Shashank ·Apr 24, 2026·7 min read
How To Start a Solar EPC Business in India 2026
EPC Playbooks

How To Start a Solar EPC Business in India 2026

Starting a solar EPC business in India? Business models, when GST registration kicks in, MNRE empanelment, and company registration steps.

Shashank ·Apr 24, 2026·8 min read
India's Green Hydrogen Mission 2026 — What Solar EPCs Need to Know
Market & Policy

India's Green Hydrogen Mission 2026 — What Solar EPCs Need to Know

Green hydrogen costs Rs 397/kg under India's SIGHT competitive bidding, separate from green ammonia pricing. What this means for solar EPCs.

Shashank ·Apr 22, 2026·7 min read
How to Size and Quote Battery Storage for Commercial Solar in India
Battery & Storage

How to Size and Quote Battery Storage for Commercial Solar in India

Maharashtra now mandates battery storage for all new commercial solar above 100 kW. This guide explains how to size a BESS, what it costs in 2026, and how to present the ROI to your client.

Shashank ·Apr 21, 2026·8 min read
PM KUSUM 2.0 Launch Date, Budget and EPC Guide 2026
Market & Policy

PM KUSUM 2.0 Launch Date, Budget and EPC Guide 2026

PM KUSUM Phase 1 extended to March 2027. PM KUSUM 2.0 expected at Rs 50,000 crore with 10 GW agrivoltaics, launch date not yet announced. EPC guide.

Shashank ·Apr 21, 2026·9 min read
SECI Is Now India's Only RE Bidding Agency
Market & Policy

SECI Is Now India's Only RE Bidding Agency

MNRE made SECI India's sole RE bidding agency. NTPC, NHPC and SJVN can no longer float tenders. What this means for solar EPCs bidding on projects.

Paarth·Apr 20, 2026·6 min read
3D Solar PV Design Software: Design First, Visit Once
Reslink & Software

3D Solar PV Design Software: Design First, Visit Once

Reslink cuts site visits from three to one and improves yield accuracy from 10-15% variance to 3-5%. See the workflow, the math, and what changes.

Shashank ·Apr 16, 2026·11 min read
 How to Do a Proper Solar Site Survey — The Indian EPC Guide
EPC Playbooks

How to Do a Proper Solar Site Survey — The Indian EPC Guide

Solar site survey checklist for Indian EPCs: 12 things to verify, roof assessment, shading, sanctioned load, and what to check remotely first.

Paarth·Apr 16, 2026·7 min read
Most Common Mistakes Solar EPCs Make — and How to Avoid Them
EPC Playbooks

Most Common Mistakes Solar EPCs Make — and How to Avoid Them

10 solar installation mistakes cost Indian EPCs crores in lost margin, DISCOM rejections and client disputes, each preventable with the right process.

Paarth·Apr 16, 2026·9 min read
India's Wind Energy Just Had Its Best Year — Hybrid Is Next for EPCs
Wind & Hybrid

India's Wind Energy Just Had Its Best Year — Hybrid Is Next for EPCs

India added a record 6.05 GW of wind capacity in FY2026, driven by C&I open access and hybrid project growth. For solar EPCs, this is the signal that hybrid solar wind is the next major segment.

Paarth·Apr 13, 2026·8 min read
Two Policy Changes That Are Improving EPC Margins Right Now
Market & Policy

Two Policy Changes That Are Improving EPC Margins Right Now

India cut solar GST from 12% to 5% in September 2025 and extended battery duty relief in February 2026. Exactly how much EPCs save per project.

Paarth·Apr 13, 2026·7 min read
India’s Solar Grid Is Sending 35 GW of Power Nowhere
Market & Policy

India’s Solar Grid Is Sending 35 GW of Power Nowhere

Crisil Ratings warns over 35 GW of India's renewable capacity faces FY27 curtailment risk. Rajasthan, Gujarat worst hit. What it means for EPCs.

Paarth·Apr 8, 2026·7 min read
KPI Green’s Playbook: From First 15 MW to a 4.74 GW Solar Empire
EPC Playbooks

KPI Green’s Playbook: From First 15 MW to a 4.74 GW Solar Empire

KPI Green Energy grew from 15 MW to a 4.74 GW solar portfolio. The exact sequence, first CPP project to Khavda Solar Park, and what EPCs can learn.

Paarth·Apr 7, 2026·5 min read
State-Level BESS Tenders Are Now the Fastest-Growing Segment in Indian Solar
Battery & Storage

State-Level BESS Tenders Are Now the Fastest-Growing Segment in Indian Solar

West Bengal floated a 500 MW/2,000 MWh BESS tender. Telangana, Gujarat and Maharashtra are in the game. What EPCs need to know about BESS tenders.

Paarth·Apr 7, 2026·5 min read
Your First C&I Open Access Project: A Step-by-Step Entry Guide
EPC Playbooks

Your First C&I Open Access Project: A Step-by-Step Entry Guide

C&I open access solar is heading to 57 GW by FY28. Most rooftop EPCs don't know how to enter. Step by step guide, client ID to commissioning.

Paarth·Apr 7, 2026·6 min read
India Hits 143 GW Solar Milestone — What this Really Means for EPCs
Market & Policy

India Hits 143 GW Solar Milestone — What this Really Means for EPCs

India's solar capacity crossed 143 GW, with 88% of new RE additions from solar. What this record pace means for EPC opportunity and strategy.

Paarth·Apr 7, 2026·7 min read
92 GWh of Battery Projects, a 900 MW EPC Turning IPP, and the Pivot to Energy Security
Battery & Storage

92 GWh of Battery Projects, a 900 MW EPC Turning IPP, and the Pivot to Energy Security

India's battery storage pipeline hits 92 GWh. EPCs are becoming IPPs. The solar business model is shifting under your feet. Here's how to stay ahead.

Paarth·Apr 6, 2026·5 min read
25 Lakh Systems Installed. 75 Lakh to Go — India’s Biggest EPC Opportunity
Market & Policy

25 Lakh Systems Installed. 75 Lakh to Go — India’s Biggest EPC Opportunity

PM Surya Ghar: 25 lakh installed of 1 crore targeted. FY27 deadline looming, India needs 2,300 rooftop installs a day. What this gap means for EPCs.

Paarth·Apr 6, 2026·5 min read
Non-DCR Solar Panels June 2026: Banned or Allowed?
Market & Policy

Non-DCR Solar Panels June 2026: Banned or Allowed?

Not all non-DCR panels are banned. Which projects need ALMM List-II cells, current exemption status, and what changed as recently as July 2026.

Paarth·Apr 6, 2026·9 min read
Oil at $126, Hormuz Shut, LPG Vanishing — Why Solar Just Became India’s Most Important Business
Geopolitics & Trade

Oil at $126, Hormuz Shut, LPG Vanishing — Why Solar Just Became India’s Most Important Business

The Hormuz crisis sent oil past $126 and shut India's LPG supply. Why solar EPCs are now critical to India's energy security, and how to capitalize.

Paarth·Apr 6, 2026·5 min read