Eastman Strengthens India’s Solar Manufacturing with 800 MW Facility in Sonipat

Eastman Auto & Power Limited (Eastman), an innovator in the energy transition space, operating across three key verticals Last-Mile E-mobility, Solar Solutions, and Continued Energy Solutions driving innovation to accelerate the transition to clean and renewable energy, announced that it has operationalized a state of the art 800 MW (0.80 GW) solar PV panel and module manufacturing facility in Sonipat, Haryana, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening domestic solar manufacturing and advancing India’s renewable energy goals.

The new facility marks a new milestone in Eastman’s solar manufacturing journey and positions the company as a backward integrated solar solutions provider, offering end-to-end capabilities across solar PV panels and modules, grid-tie, off-grid and hybrid inverters, and advanced energy storage batteries. With a strong focus on “Solar with Storage”, Eastman aims to enable reliable and clean energy access by delivering integrated systems that combine solar generation with efficient energy storage solutions. These offerings allow the company to provide seamless turnkey solutions tailored for residential, commercial and industrial.

With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and partner enablement, Eastman’s India-made solar solutions offer Domestic Content Requirement (DCR)-compliant options that simplify regulatory adherence while ensuring component compatibility, lowering installation costs, and providing reliable after-sales service. The integration of solar generation and storage further enhances energy reliability, reduces dependence on conventional power sources, and supports long-term cost savings for customers.

Mr. Shekhar Singal, Managing Director, Eastman Auto & Power Ltd., said: “Our focus is on building a strong domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem under the Make in India vision while driving adoption of integrated ‘Solar with Storage’ solutions that deliver reliability and energy independence. By combining high-quality solar manufacturing with advanced energy storage systems, we aim to provide energy solutions that enable faster rooftop solar adoption under initiatives like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and create long-term value for customers and the clean energy ecosystem.”

Reinforcing its ‘Made in India’ commitment, Eastman continues to prioritize local sourcing and indigenous manufacturing, contributing to national self-reliance and reducing dependency on imported solar components. All solar panels and modules manufactured at the Sonipat facility are fully compliant with DCR norms and MNRE standards, ensuring import substitution and eligibility for government-supported solar programmes. By strengthening domestic manufacturing and delivering integrated solar-plus-storage solutions, Eastman continues to drive growth in the clean energy sector, aligned with the country’s long-term sustainability goals.