Bangladesh approves 300 MW of solar
The Bangladeshi authorities have approved three 100 MW solar projects, with tariff rates of around $0.10/kWh.
Maharashtra tenders for 1 GW pumped storage, 5 GW solar power
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MSEDCL) has invited bids to provide grid-connected energy storage capacity of 1,000 MW/8,000 MWh from pumped hydro storage plants located anywhere in India. It will enter into energy storage facility agreement with the selected developers on an annual fixed charge basis for a period of 40 years. Bidding closes on April 15.
IIT Kanpur-incubated startups showcase solutions ranging from dual-axis solar tracker to solar-powered UAV
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) at IIT Kanpur provides support and guidance to those looking to turn their ideas into successful and meaningful business models
After-sale support key to boosting off-grid solar
A new survey from US-based impact measurement company 60 Decibels shows off-grid energy customers are currently facing a series of challenges such as product affordability, gender inequality, customer support, further investment in minigrids, and over-indebtedness. The report, however, reveals that most users say the quality of their lives “very much improved” thanks to off-grid PV.
How green credits and green loyalty programs are shaping a sustainable future
Green credits and green loyalty programs represent a burgeoning movement towards sustainability that transcends traditional environmental activism. They embody a partnership between businesses and consumers, where every green choice is celebrated and rewarded.
Electric mobility promotion scheme to keep the electrification pace intact: ICRA
Rating agency ICRA expects the penetration levels of electric two-wheelers and electric three-wheelers (excluding e-rickshaws) to reach 6-8% and 14-16%, respectively, by FY 2025.
Thyssenkrupp, Fraunhofer IKTS to set up 1 GW of electrolyzer production by 2030
Thyssenkrupp nucera and Fraunhofer IKTS want to develop and mass produce electrolyzers based on solid oxide electrolyzer cell (SOEC) technology. They are now setting up a pilot plant in Germany that is scheduled to start operations in about a year.
IndiGrid awarded 180 MW/360 MWh battery storage project by GUVNL
IndiGrid will develop the 180 MW/360 MWh battery energy storage system on a build-own-operate basis in Gujarat.
SolarSpace supplies 375 MW of solar modules to NTPC
China’s SolarSpace has partnered with NTPC to provide dual-glass PV modules for NTPC’s 375 MW solar project in Bhuj, Gujarat, with Zetwerk as the supply partner.
OSDA Solar introduces 630 Wp TOPCon bifacial module in India
China’s OSDA has introduced TOPCon bifacial modules with power outputs ranging from 590 Wp to 630 Wp and efficiencies up to 22.54% in India.
