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ADB commits US$850 million to support India's 30GW rooftop solar rollout
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Fusion42 · 30 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed US$850 million for the second phase of India's national rooftop solar program. The funding will focus on execution, aiming to improve consumer incentives, expand financing access, and strengthen grid readiness to support the country's 30GW rooftop solar target.
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India’s rooftop solar market just moved from policy to funded execution. This funding directly targets your customers' biggest barriers - upfront cost and access to finance - while creating new demand for energy storage and recycling solutions.
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