India-based Jakson Engineers (JEL), part of the Jakson Group, has revealed plans to invest ₹2,000 crore in a 2,500 MW solar cell manufacturing facility, to be developed in two phases. According to JEL, the first phase will be completed within 15 months. Concurrently, Jakson is expanding its solar module manufacturing capacity to 2,000 MW, expected to be operational in six months. This expansion will generate 1,200 new jobs. As per Jakson, these efforts aim to boost manufacturing capabilities, meeting the rising demand for solar energy solutions. The company also targets becoming a 5,000 MW integrated manufacturer of solar wafers, cells, and modules.
Jakson plans 2,500 MW solar cell facility expansion
Jakson Engineers aims to become a 5,000 MW integrated solar manufacturer, including wafers, cells, and modules. (Image Credit: Jakson)
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