[SMM PV News] Eastman Opens 800 MW Solar Module Facility in India

Published: Mar 12, 2026 17:03

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Eastman Auto & Power has opened an 800 MW solar module manufacturing facility in Sonipat, Haryana, advancing its 'Make in India' footprint. The plant supports the company's strategy to provide integrated solar solutions, combining its newly manufactured PV modules with its existing portfolio of grid-tie, off-grid, and hybrid inverters, as well as energy storage batteries. By complying with domestic content requirement (DCR) rules and MNRE standards, the locally produced modules are eligible for government-supported programs, including the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, which aims to accelerate residential rooftop solar deployments across the country.

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