According to MNRE’s ALMM, India has achieved a PV module manufacturing capacity of around 63 GW.
The government has implemented measures to incentivize domestic production of PV modules, including the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for High-Efficiency Solar PV Modules, a domestic content requirement for MNRE grant-supported projects, with priority given to “ Made in India” in public procurement. and imposing basic customs duties on imported solar cells and modules.
Under the PLI scheme, Letters of Award have been issued for setting up 48,337 MW of partially or fully integrated solar PV module manufacturing units. As of October 31, 2024, the awarded projects had already attracted investments of approximately INR 35,000 crore.
For solar waste management, manufacturers have to comply with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. These rules require manufacturers to register, maintain inventory of solar PV modules, store waste of modules and cells till 2034-35 , file annual returns, follow Standard Operating Procedures, and process non-solar waste according to applicable regulations. Recyclers must recover materials as specified by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
An online Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Portal has been launched for electronic waste management. As of November 29, 2024, 552 solar panel and cell manufacturers had registered with the CPCB on this portal.
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