MARCH, 20269TOP STORIESINSOLARE, CSIR-SERC JOIN TO BOOST RENEWABLE TECH VALIDATIONInSolare Energy Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CSIR­Structural Engineering Research Centre (CSIR-SERC), which operates as a national laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research.The InSolare Energy and CSIR-SERC collaboration highlights the growing impact of the InSolare CSIR partnership in advancing renewable energy technology, strengthening structural validation for solar energy systems, and supporting India renewable innovation through energy startups collaboration, sustainable technology testing, and scalable green energy solutions.The research center is recognized for its advanced capabilities in structural analysis, engineering design and large-scale testing infrastructure that supports high-precision industrial evaluation.The partnership will function through project-based operations which enable scientists to examine each technological element and infrastructure part through complete scientific assessment and performance testing before they go into extensive use.The growing renewable energy systems throughout India face two main challenges, which require innovative solutions to achieve their extended operational life and structural strength capacity.Through this agreement InSolare gains two advantages which will help it develop more effective methods to assess third-party verification and perform detailed structural evaluations for its solar projects, hybrid systems and new hydrogen projects.Col. Pankaj Sharma, Vice President (R&D), InSolare Energy Limited stated, "Innovation in clean energy must be matched by disciplined validation. Through this collaboration with CSIR-SERC, we are embedding advanced structural testing and analytical evaluation into our development lifecycle. This moves us beyond conceptual innovation towards scientifically verified deployment. By aligning laboratory-grade research with on-ground execution, we are accelerating the translation of indigenous technologies into scalable, dependable renewable infrastructure".Dr N Anandavalli, Director, CSIR-SERC added, "This partnership bridges advanced structural research with large-scale renewable energy deployment. By providing rigorous testing, validation, and analytical support, we aim to enhance the safety, durability, and performance of emerging clean energy systems. Structured collaboration between scientific institutions and industry is essential to strengthening India's renewable infrastructure ecosystem".The project combines laboratory-based engineering research with actual implementation of renewable energy technologies in real-world situations.The CSIR-SERC campus hosted the official signing of the MoU on February 16 2026, which included senior scientists and research leaders from both organizations.The development of renewable energy systems in India needs industry partnerships with national research institutions to create energy infrastructure which can withstand extreme conditions and operate safely while providing scalable power solutions for the entire nation. IMRThe global space economy expansion allows satellite communications companies to establish new business prospects through India's developing space market, which American satcom company Viasat uses to seek partnership opportunities throughout its broad space industry network in India.The Global President of Commercial Operations at Viasat Ben Palmer, stated that his organization studies potential partnerships throughout the complete space industry development process, which includes all aspects from space launch to satellite building to terminal equipment and software connection.He highlighted Viasat India space partnership, Viasat launch manufacturing software India, India space industry collaboration, and satellite technology India as key areas the company is exploring for deeper cooperation.Palmer described India as a market that displays continuous energy and ambition because its population base continues expanding while its economic power and technological strength keep developing. Palmer identified India as an emerging market for satellite connectivity because its aviation industry is developing rapidly, and its defense needs increase while its middle class grows.Viasat maintains a long-term relationship with India through its partnerships with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, which go back to the time when India became a founding member of Inmarsat.The satellite communications sector has gained momentum in recent years as governments and industries look to connect remote areas, strengthen defense communications and support maritime and aviation connectivity.The market now faces increased competition because SpaceX's Starlink and Eutelsat's OneWeb have entered the industry as new low-earth orbit competitors. Palmer said the future of the industry lies in hybrid satellite networks that combine multiple orbital technologies.Such integrated networks would deliver seamless connectivity across aviation, maritime, enterprise and government applications. Viasat is researching new technologies, which include direct-to-device satellite connectivity and its partnerships within India's private space industry.The company is currently negotiating with Indian partners, which include the Indian Space Research Organization to build satellite capacity and explore joint ventures that support India's Make in India goals. IMRVIASAT EYES INDIA SPACE DEALS IN LAUNCH, SOFTWARE, BUILD
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