India’s solar cell and module export by domestic original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) stood at ₹8,840 crore, in the financial year 2022-23, as per the data shared by ICRA. This is a whopping 364% rise from the ₹1,819 crore exports of FY 2022.
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The United States emerged as the primary destination for a majority of these exports. One of the key reasons cited for the same is the restrictions imposed by the country on module sourcing from China due to child labor issues.
“The sharp increase in solar exports was supported by increased demand for modules from the USA amid the restrictions imposed on module sourcing from China. Also, the significant ramp-up in domestic module manufacturing capacities over the past 18 months has supported the growth in exports. The OEMs benefited from the higher realizations in the export markets compared to the domestic market,” said Vikram V, vice-president, and sector head – corporate ratings, ICRA.
Given that India has been a major importer of solar equipment, predominantly from China, this data comes as a positive development. Moreover, industry experts say that the country’s solar export will continue to rise, as more domestic companies set their eyes on the export market. Moreover, European Union is also mulling plans to implement restrictions against Chinese imports. The export numbers could be 3-4 times higher this year.
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Resource: ET Energy
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