Tata BP Solar has added a new production line of 32 Mw of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells at its plant in Bangalore. With the addition of the plant, the total cell manufacturing capacity of the company is now 84 Mw, with a module capacity of 125 Mw. The company had initiated this expansion through a US $100 million investment during 2008. The company manufactures low-cost crystalline silicon cells and solar modules used to generate electricity from sunlight. Tata BP solar cells and modules are integrated into solar products like home lighting systems, street lights and telecommunication towers, or connected to the electricity grid to export the power generated directly from solar plants on rooftops or in the open fields.
Tata BP is understood to have reported a topline of Rs 1,000 crore for 2009-10, with nearly 70 per cent coming from exports. The company is understood to be gearing for more domestic consumption in the years ahead. It is a 51: 49 joint venture between BP Solar and Tata Power.

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