TotalEnergies acquires full stake in Total Eren
TotalEnergies has increased its stake in Total Eren from 30% to 100%, a transaction that values the independent power producer at €3.5 billion ($3.8 billion).
India added 3.6 GW of solar in first half of 2023
The new solar addition in the first six months of 2023 was 53% less year-on-year, mainly because of extensions for several large-scale projects.
New research shows renewables are more profitable than nuclear power
In a recent study, researchers from the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE), and the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) questioned the planned development of new nuclear capacities in the energy strategies of the United States and certain European countries.
Unveiling India’s carbon credit revolution: From local initiatives to global impact
The Indian carbon credit system, operating under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), stands ahead in several aspects.
PFC reports record profit in FY 2022-23
Power Finance Corp. (PFC), the largest lender to the Indian power sector, recorded a net profit of INR 11,605 crore in FY 2022-23.
Driving renewable energy adoption: Challenges and opportunities
India’s robust economic growth translates to rising demand for energy. This demand provides a substantial market for renewable energy investments, encouraging firms to venture into this sector. However, as the nation marches ahead in RE adoption, it needs to overcome challenges like high capital costs and inadequate grid infrastructure.
ReNew reports profit in Q1 FY 2024
The Indian renewable energy developer recorded a net profit of INR 2,983 million ($ 36 million) for the three-month period ended June 30, 2023, compared to a net loss of INR 104 million in the corresponding period last year.
NLC seeks owner’s engineer for 600 MW solar project in Gujarat
NLC India Ltd is developing the 600 MW solar PV project in GSECL Solar Park (Phase-II) at Khavda. It has invited domestic bids to provide owner’s engineer services for this project.
NLC India signs 300 MW solar power agreement with Rajasthan discom
NLC has signed a long-term power usage agreement with Rajasthan Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (RUVNL). Under the agreement, it will supply power from its 300 MW PV plant for the next 25 years.
SJVN’s 1 GW Bikaner solar project to become operational by September next year
The state-run hydropower producer is developing a 1 GW solar project in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan. The total project outlay is around INR 5,500 crore ($661.61 million).
