Hail damage and toxicity risks in solar plants
US news outlets have reported resident concerns about leaked toxins from solar facilities in Texas that were damaged by a hailstorm. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has rejected the reports, which contained categorically false information.
Indus Towers partners NTPC to develop renewable energy projects for business operations
Indus Towers has signed a memorandum of understanding with NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL) to explore joint development of grid-connected renewable energy based power projects including solar, wind, energy storage, etc.
EWEC seeking proposals for 1.5 GW of solar in Abu Dhabi
Emirates Water and Electricity Co. (EWEC) is now accepting proposals for a 1.5 GW solar project in Abu Dhabi. The tender is open to the 19 bidders who passed the qualification process, following an expression of interest stage last year. The chosen developer or consortium will sign a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Abu Dhabi-based utility.
AMPIN Energy switches on 135 MWp solar project in Rajasthan
AMPIN Energy Transition completed construction of the 135 MWp solar project in a record time of just four months.
Premier Energies secures 140 MW PV modules supply order for solar project in Bangladesh
Premier Energies Photovoltaic has secured a contract with Amara Raja Infra to supply 140 MW of solar PV modules.
India’s ruling party pledges renewables, manufacturing focus in its poll manifesto
India’s ruling party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has vowed continued focus on renewables, energy storage and electric mobility with a view to achieving energy independence for the nation by 2047.
Bridging the skill demand-supply gap in solar and green hydrogen sectors
The demand-supply gap for skilled workers in solar and green hydrogen sectors is a significant challenge for India’s transition towards a sustainable future. However, by prioritizing comprehensive skilling initiatives and fostering strong collaborations between the government, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders, the nation can effectively bridge this gap and unlock the full potential of its renewable energy and sustainability ambitions.
Europe’s largest PV plant goes online
Hansainvest Real Assets has switched on Europe’s largest solar plant – a 605 MW installation in Saxony, Germany. The project spans 500 hectares and operates under a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Shell Energy Europe.
ReNew crosses 10 GW of gross renewable energy assets
ReNew surpassed a cumulative installed renewables capacity of 10 GW as on March 31, 2024. Out of this, the company added 1.94 GW of RE assets (1,174 MW of solar and 768 MW of wind energy) in FY 2023-24.
Juniper Green Energy switches on 105 MW of solar in Maharashtra
Juniper Green Energy commissioned the 105 MW solar power project in a record time, almost nine months ahead of the scheduled date. The project benefits from a 25-year power purchase agreement with Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MSEDCL).
