Horizon’s Solar Dispatch - February 2026

Welcome to the March Edition of The Solar Dispatch!

Solar adoption is accelerating, but for most businesses, the real challenge isn’t whether to go solar. It’s understanding how. Between evolving regulations, multiple business models, and state-level policy differences, the solar landscape can often feel complex and fragmented. This month, we focus on simplifying that complexity. 

The newsletter covers:
– Solar power regulatory landscape  
– The latest news from the solar power industry across India
– Key global renewable energy highlights

Horizon in the Spotlight

As part of our ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between policy and practice, we recently conducted a rooftop solar awareness workshop in Jodhpur in collaboration with the Jodhpur Industries Association.

The session brought together local business owners, office bearers of the Jodhpur Industries Association, and officials from the Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited to discuss the fundamentals of solar adoption, address common concerns, and decode the regulatory landscape.

Watch: Highlights of the Event

We realised that business owners are well aware and interested in solar. However, questions around models, regulations, and long-term viability are holding them back.

Mr. VK Chhagani (Director, Technical) & Mr. PS Choudhary (Zonal Chief Engineer) from Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (JdVVN) explain new net metering schemes.

Horizon Insights

Decoding Solar Business Models in India: A Guide for Industrial Leaders

For industrial and commercial consumers, solar is no longer just a cost-saving initiative. It is increasingly shaped by regulatory frameworks that influence returns, risks, and long-term value. In this edition, we break down India’s solar landscape, simplifying key policies and business models to help you make more informed decisions. Read here

Models in India: A Guide for Industrial Leaders

Global Solar News

March saw a flurry of regulatory changes, especially in tariffs, by various states. 

Global Solar News

Horizon Insight

This month, we are shining the spotlight on one of India’s biggest builders, literally! Cement drives infrastructure, but its carbon footprint is massive. In this edition, we see how solar power can help.

  • Cement & Carbon: The hidden emissions behind every bag and solar solutions that make a difference. Plus, a peek into how cement manufacturers are integrating renewable energy (RE).
  • As always, we also have a roundup of the latest solar sector news from India and abroad.
  • Finally, some tech innovations that caught our eye this month.

Cement quite literally builds modern India, but it comes with a steep carbon cost. India, the world’s second-largest cement producer (391 MT annually), generates ~226 MT of CO₂ emissions from this sector alone.

To grow sustainably, the industry must pivot and the solution is right above us! Solar power is already helping India’s cement leaders lower emissions, lock in savings, and strengthen competitiveness. Read more

Solar tech Innovations

Researchers develop dirt-repelling solar panel coating that doesn’t affect light absorption

A transparent, water, dust, and dirt-repellent coating developed by researchers in Scotland, China, and India could make solar panels self-cleaning and improve their power output.

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Japanese group launches floating data centre demo in Yokohama

The project involved the installation of a containerised data centre, solar power generation equipment and battery storage equipment. According to NTT, this is the first time in the world a data centre is installed on an offshore floating structure and uses only renewable energy.

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Robots install 100 MW of solar panels on 1-GW AES project

Maximo, a solar robotics company, has successfully installed 100 MW of solar panels at the AES Bellefield project in California. It could install one module/minute, with crews installing as many as 24 modules/hour/person, nearly double the output of traditional installation methods.

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Panasonic claims world’s first trial of cybersecurity monitoring for grid-scale BESS

A Japanese joint-pilot will test grid-scale BESS with a range of local and remote attack vectors, with cybersecurity monitoring to watch for indications of anomalies.

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That’s it for this month and year, folks! Remember, Solar isn’t just a purchase, it’s a long-term decision about cost, reliability, and governance.

 If you are planning your solar journey, whether for your home or business, we would love to be part of the conversation. From C&I businesses and MSMEs to RWAs and homeowners, Horizon Renewable can help you find the solar solution that fits you to the T.

And if you’re already using solar, we would love to hear your experiences. Share your journey with us. It could inspire many more to make the switch!

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