India’s leading industrial gas provider INOX Air Products (INOXAP) has begun supplying electronic and specialty gases to ReNew Photovoltaics Pvt. Ltd.’s first solar photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturing facility at Dholera, Gujarat.
Secured under a long-term contract, the agreement includes the supply of essential electronic gases such as nitrous oxide, ammonia and silane.
The gases are supplied through a specialised supply chain supported by INOXAP’s use of ISO containers and tube trailers, designed to ensure consistent and reliable delivery for solar PV cell production.
Siddharth Jain, Managing Director of INOX Air Products, highlighted the significance of the partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with a solar industry major like ReNew for their first solar PV cell manufacturing facility showcases our expertise in specialty gases and our keenness to curate solutions which enable our partners in achieving their vision in an efficient and uncompromised manner.”
He further added, “Given the accelerating demand for green energy, the deployment of our ISO-enabled supply chain for electronic, specialty, and ultra-high-purity gases represents our transformative step towards empowering the renewable energy sector in India.”
“By aligning with global sustainability goals, we are committed to invest aggressively in innovative solutions that support India’s renewable energy ecosystem, reduce CO2 emissions, and drive the next generation of green energy solutions.”
Under the agreement, INOXAP provides a gas management solution that includes supply, distribution and on-site management of electronic specialty gases.
Specialty gases are vital to the solar PV industry, enabling key processes like wafer production, cell coating, and quality control. Gases like silane, nitrous oxide, and ammonia ensure the precision and efficiency required for solar cell manufacturing, supporting the creation of high-performance panels essential for renewable energy generation.
Kailash Vaswani, Chief Financial Officer at ReNew, commented, “ReNew is focused on supporting India’s energy independence. By integrating INOX Air Products’ advanced gas supply solutions, we aim to set an industry benchmark in efficient and sustainable PV cell production. The collaboration will help establish our facility as a key hub in the clean energy ecosystem.”
According to INOXAP, its ISO containers and specialised trailers are engineered to meet high safety standards, reducing emission risks and improving delivery efficiency. The reusable design of the containers supports the sustainability goals of both companies, aiding environmentally friendly solar PV cell production.
The logistics network aims to provide consistent and secure gas supplies while lowering the carbon footprint and production costs at ReNew’s Dholera facility. This infrastructure investment supports India’s transition to renewable energy and addresses the growing demand for clean energy solutions.
India’s push towards renewables
India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) industry is a cornerstone of its renewable energy ambitions, driven by the nation’s target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 (International Energy Agency, 2023).
With a strong emphasis on manufacturing, India aims to become a global solar manufacturing hub, supported by initiatives like the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for solar modules. Dholera, Gujarat, is emerging as a key centre for solar PV production, reflecting the government’s focus on bolstering domestic capabilities and reducing import dependency.
Solar energy supports key strategies like green hydrogen production, a focus area under India’s National Hydrogen Mission. Launched in 2021, the Mission aims to make the country a global hub for green hydrogen production and exports.
It outlines strategies to scale renewable energy, develop hydrogen infrastructure, and promote research and innovation, targeting five million tonnes of annual green hydrogen production by 2030 to support decarbonisation goals.
