GAIL to invest INR 3,800 crore in 700 MW of captive solar projects across Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra
GAIL (India) Ltd, India’s leading natural gas company, has approved the setting up of 700 MW of solar power projects for captive consumption, with an investment of INR 3,800 crore, in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Cyber threats for PV: What are ransomware attacks and how do they work
Ransomware attacks encrypt or lock critical PV system data and control platforms, preventing operators from accessing or managing their assets until a ransom is paid. These attacks can disrupt operations, reduce energy production, and create safety risks, making robust backups, segmentation, and incident response essential for resilience.
ANDRITZ to equip Torrent Power’s 3 GW pumped storage project
ANDRITZ’s scope for Torrent Power’s Saidongar-1 Karjat 3 GW open-loop pumped storage project comprises the design, manufacture, installation, testing, and commissioning of ten reversible pump turbines, motor-generators, and related electromechanical equipment.
GAIL to set up 600 MW solar project with 550 MWh BESS in Uttar Pradesh
GAIL (India) Ltd has approved the development of a 600 MW greenfield solar project integrated with a 550 MWh co-located battery energy storage system (BESS) in Uttar Pradesh. The estimated project cost is INR 3,294.86 crore, to be financed through a mix of debt and equity.
Managing cyber risks in the era of decentralized energy
The move toward decentralized energy resources offers resilience and flexibility in power generation, but it also introduces new complexities that demand proactive security measures.
India’s behind-the-meter stationary storage market to surpass 39 GWh by 2033, says IESA
A new report by the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) and Customised Energy Solutions (CES) projects India’s behind-the-meter (BTM) stationary energy storage market to grow from 32 GWh in annual demand in 2025 to over 39 GWh by 2033.
Which power markets are most impacted by the Middle East conflict?
Wood Mackenzie’s latest analysis explores how 13 of the world’s leading power markets are impacted by the current fuel crisis, with those most reliant on fuel imports facing the greatest risk exposure. The consultancy says the average cost of generation is set to increase by $2.30/MWh across these 13 markets if a de-escalation of the conflict enables fuel price moderation in the latter half of 2026, increasing to an average of around $8.30/MWh if current elevated price levels persist through the year.
Tata Power selects Databricks to drive data and AI transformation across its operations
Tata Power has announced the enterprise-wide adoption of the Databricks platform to accelerate its data and AI transformation, aiming to improve operational efficiency, decision-making, and digital innovation across all its business clusters.
Utility-scale sodium-ion arrives in Romania
Renalfa Power Clusters plans to combine newly acquired solar and battery assets in Romania into a hybrid project using lithium-ion and sodium-ion storage.
Beyond the trilemma: Why the Global South needs a new energy framework
For decades, the “energy trilemma” – balancing energy security, affordability, and environmental sustainability – has shaped how nations think about energy strategy. For much of the Global South, it has served as a practical compass. But today, that compass may no longer be sufficient.
