“REI 2026 brings together the people who are shaping the next chapter of renewable energy. For Knack Energy, it is more than an exhibition—it is an opportunity to meet the market, listen to our customers and show the world what we are building.”
1. Knack Energy has been growing its presence in the renewable energy sector. What are the latest developments and achievements the company would like to highlight?
Knack Energy has been steadily strengthening its position in India’s renewable energy ecosystem by expanding its capabilities across the solar PV value chain. Our journey has evolved from being a component-focused manufacturer to developing an integrated portfolio of solar solutions, with a strong emphasis on technology, quality and long-term performance.
One of our key developments has been the expansion of our solar module manufacturing capabilities, with a strong focus on N-type TOPCon technology. Our manufacturing platform combines automation, advanced process controls and digital traceability to deliver consistent product quality and reliability.
Our inclusion in the MNRE Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) is another important milestone for us. It reinforces our commitment to quality, compliance and supporting India’s growing demand for domestically manufactured solar products.
At the same time, we continue to strengthen our portfolio of Encapsulants, Backsheets and other critical module components. This integrated approach gives us a deeper understanding of the complete module ecosystem and enables us to develop solutions that address the evolving requirements of the market.
For us, growth is not only about increasing manufacturing capacity; it is about building stronger capabilities in technology, quality, innovation and customer support.
2. What new products, solutions or technological improvements has Knack Energy introduced to meet the changing requirements of the renewable energy market?
The solar industry is moving rapidly towards higher efficiency, improved reliability and lower lifecycle costs. Our product-development strategy is therefore focused on delivering solutions that create value throughout the operating life of a solar project.
Our N-type TOPCon solar modules are designed to deliver high power output, strong temperature performance, improved low-light generation and dependable long-term performance.
Alongside modules, we continue to develop our EVA, POE and EPE Encapsulant solutions and advanced Backsheets. These components play a critical role in protecting the module from environmental stresses and maintaining performance over its operating life.
We are also applying technology to the manufacturing process itself. Automation, real-time process monitoring, digital traceability and rigorous quality testing enable us to achieve greater consistency and control across production.
Our objective is not simply to offer higher-wattage modules. We are focused on delivering a combination of high energy yield, reliability, durability and predictable long-term performance.
3. With solar and renewable projects becoming more performance-focused, what are the key factors that Knack Energy considers while developing and improving its solutions?
The industry is increasingly looking beyond the rated power of a module. Developers and asset owners are now focused on the actual energy yield and total cost of ownership over the entire project lifecycle.
At Knack Energy, we therefore consider several parameters while developing and improving our solutions, including efficiency, energy yield, temperature performance, degradation, reliability and environmental durability.
India presents particularly demanding operating conditions, including high temperatures, humidity, UV exposure, dust and mechanical stresses. We therefore place strong emphasis on material selection and compatibility across the complete module architecture.
Quality control and traceability are equally important. Our approach is to combine product innovation with stringent testing and process controls so that performance remains consistent from manufacturing through the operating life of the module.
Ultimately, our philosophy is simple: a solar product should not only perform well when it leaves the factory; it should continue to deliver dependable energy for many years. That is where we believe real value is created for EPCs, developers and asset owners.
4. What changing requirements are you currently seeing from EPCs, developers and other customers, and how is Knack Energy responding to these market needs?
Customer expectations are becoming increasingly performance-oriented. EPCs and developers are looking beyond the initial purchase price and rated power and are evaluating the overall economics of their projects.
We are seeing greater emphasis on energy yield, degradation, reliability, product quality, bankability, supply assurance and lifecycle cost. Customers also increasingly expect greater transparency, traceability and technical support from their manufacturing partners.
Another important trend is the growing preference for domestic manufacturing and stronger local supply chains as India continues to build a more self-reliant renewable-energy ecosystem.
Knack Energy is responding by investing across manufacturing, automation, technology, quality systems and product development. Our capabilities across Encapsulants, Backsheets and modules also allow us to take a more integrated approach to product development.
Most importantly, we are strengthening our engagement with EPCs and developers so that we understand their project-specific requirements and can provide appropriate technical solutions.
Our objective is to move beyond being a product supplier and become a dependable technology and manufacturing partner for our customers.
5. Which segments of the renewable energy market are currently creating new growth opportunities for Knack Energy, and what role do you see the company playing in these areas?
India continues to offer significant opportunities across utility-scale solar, commercial and industrial projects, distributed generation and the broader domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem.
Utility-scale projects are increasingly demanding high-efficiency and high-reliability modules that can deliver predictable energy generation over the long term. This aligns well with our focus on TOPCon technology and performance-driven solutions.
The C&I segment is also creating attractive opportunities as businesses increasingly look for reliable renewable-energy solutions that can help optimise their energy costs over the long term.
Beyond individual market segments, we see a major opportunity in India’s localisation and manufacturing journey. A competitive renewable-energy ecosystem requires capabilities across the entire value chain, from materials and components to cells and modules.
Knack Energy aims to contribute to this ecosystem through our manufacturing capabilities, material expertise, technology and quality focus. Our vision is to become a trusted partner across the solar value chain and contribute meaningfully to India’s clean-energy transition.
6. How is Knack Energy strengthening its manufacturing, technology, quality and service capabilities to support the growing renewable energy market in India?
As India’s renewable-energy market expands, manufacturing scale must be supported by consistent quality, advanced technology, reliable supply and strong customer service. This is why we are strengthening all these areas together.
On the manufacturing side, we are investing in automation, process optimisation and digitalisation to improve productivity, consistency and traceability. Advanced monitoring and digital systems provide greater visibility and control across our manufacturing processes.
Quality remains at the centre of our operations. We have invested in testing and quality-assurance capabilities to evaluate product performance and reliability under demanding conditions. This allows us to identify opportunities for improvement and continuously strengthen our products and processes.
Technology and product development are also key priorities. We are continuously evaluating market requirements and emerging technologies so that our product portfolio remains aligned with the direction of the industry.
At the customer end, we recognise that service is an important part of the overall product proposition. We are therefore focused on responsive technical support, application guidance and dependable after-sales service.
Our objective is to create a fully integrated capability where manufacturing excellence, technology, quality and customer service work together to deliver greater value to our customers.
7. As the renewable energy industry comes together at REI 2026, what message would Knack Energy like to share with EPCs, developers, manufacturers and other industry stakeholders, and what are your key priorities for the coming year?
REI 2026 brings together the people who are shaping the next chapter of renewable energy. For Knack Energy, it is more than an exhibition—it is an opportunity to meet the market, listen to our customers and show the world what we are building.
Our message is clear: solar is no longer just about adding megawatts; it is about delivering more performance, more reliability and more value from every megawatt. That is the direction in which we are building Knack Energy.
We are focused on developing high-performance solutions, strengthening our TOPCon portfolio, expanding our manufacturing capabilities and continuously raising the bar on quality, technology and reliability. At the same time, we are looking beyond individual markets and building relationships with EPCs, developers and partners across the world.
Our priorities for the coming year are ambitious but straightforward: innovate faster, manufacture smarter, strengthen quality and reach more customers globally.
We also believe that the next phase of solar will be built through partnerships. The strongest ideas come when manufacturers, EPCs, developers and technology partners work together and understand the challenges on the ground.
That is the opportunity we see at REI 2026—to exchange ideas, create new partnerships and turn conversations into real projects.
Our ambition is not simply to grow with the solar industry. It is to help shape where the industry goes next.
