China imposes new export controls on lithium ion battery tech
The Chinese government has introduced new export controls on key dual-use items, citing national security concerns. The move opened a new chapter in the ongoing trade confrontations with the US.
ENGIE launches startup program for innovation in renewable energy solutions in India
ENGIE has launched a program to collaborate with enterprise-ready startups in addressing operational and technological challenges across India’s renewable energy sector.
The Hydrogen Stream: TKIL Industries brings hydrogen-ready CHP solutions to India in partnership with Germany’s 2G Energy International
TKIL Industries (formerly thyssenkrupp Industries India) has entered into a strategic partnership with German company 2G Energy International to introduce combined heat and power (CHP) plant and gas engine solutions in India.
Kerala launches 500 MWh battery storage tender
NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd (NVVN), appointed as the authorised representative by Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd (KSEBL), has invited bids for the development of 500 MWh (250 MW x 2 hours) of standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Kerala for on-demand usage by KSEBL.
Reliance NU secures largest slice in SJVN’s 6 GWh peak power tender
SJVN’s tender for an assured peak supply of 6 GWh (1.5 GW x 4 hours) from 1.5 GW of renewable energy projects backed by energy storage systems has discovered a tariff of INR 6.74/kWh. Reliance NU Energies secured the largest share.
Avaada Group signs INR 36,000 crore MoU with Gujarat govt to set up 5 GW solar, 1 GW wind, 5 GWh BESS projects
Avaada Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Gujarat to establish 5 GW of solar power projects, 1 GW wind power project and 5 GWh of battery energy storage system projects with a total investment of INR 36,000 crore.
Eighth Assembly of International Solar Alliance scheduled from Oct. 27-30 in New Delhi
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly will focus on four key areas: catalyzing finance for solar projects, building global capability centres and advancing digitization, enhancing regional and country-level engagement, and developing technology and policy roadmaps.
Rajasthan’s 1 GW/2 GWh battery storage tender sets new tariff benchmark at $1,999.45/MW/month
Eleven companies emerged as winners, most of them new entrants to the battery energy storage system (BESS) space. The awarded capacities ranged between 50 MW/100 MWh and 200 MW/400 MWh.
Germany wraps up solar-plus-storage tender with average price of €0.0531/kWh
Germany has concluded a new renewables tender for innovative projects, securing 485 MW of capacity at final prices ranging from €0.0479 ($0.0557)/kWh to €0.0559/kWh
IEA revises India’s 2025-30 renewables growth forecast upward by 10%
The International Energy Agency (IEA) expects India to add nearly 345 GW of renewable energy capacity between 2025 and 2030 — a 10% increase over last year’s forecast. The upward revision is driven by record auction volumes in 2024, a new rooftop solar scheme, and faster permitting for pumped storage hydropower projects.
