NTPC tenders 225 MW solar, NHPC 200 MW in Gujarat
NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd has invited bids to install and commission 225 MW of grid-connected solar PV projects in Khavda, Gujarat. NHPC has tendered the EPC contract for a 200 MW grid-connected PV power project in Khavda.
Sineng Electric supplies inverters for 641 MW solar project in Gujarat
Sineng supplied 2,887 units of its 275 kW string inverters (SP-275K-INH) for a 641 MW solar project at the 30 GW Khavda Solar Park in Gujarat. The solar project is developed and owned by Adani.
Onix Renewable wins 187 MW of solar projects under PM Kusum Yojana
Onix Renewable arm Onix Trans Stellar will build 187 MW of solar projects under Component C of PM KUSUM Scheme. It will execute these projects across 60 different locations in Gujarat.
Maharashtra extends bidding for 5 GW of solar
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MSEDCL) has extended the bidding to set up 5 GW of solar power projects anywhere in India for power supply to MSEDCL under a 25-year PPA. The revised bidding deadline is June 18.
Bangladesh seeking consultants for 100 MW solar plant
The Bangladeshi government has issued a call for consultants to conduct a feasibility study, initial environmental examination, and environmental and social impact assessment for a 100 MW solar plant. The consultants will also be expected to survey the transmission line route for connection to the nearest grid substation.
Enfinity Global secures $135 million for 1.2 GW of solar, wind power plants in India
US-based Enfinity Global has secured $135 million in long-term financing to advance the development of its 1.2 GW of solar and wind projects in India. The financing is being provided by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board
ReNew secures $1 billion from European bank Societe Generale
Societe Generale will provide up to $1 billion of debt finance and advisory solutions, over the next three years, to support the development of ReNew’s energy transition projects.
India to add more than 15 GW of renewable energy capacity annually in FY 2025 and FY 2026: India Ratings
India Ratings and Research expects India to maintain pace of renewables capacity addition owing to a significant drop in equipment prices, continued policy support, availability of liquidity, and investment plans of some of the large corporate players.
Coal share in India’s installed power capacity drops below 50%
Coal’s share (including lignite) in India’s total installed power capacity dropped below 50% in the first quarter of 2024. This is well ahead of the Government’s target to establish 50% cumulative power generation capacity from non-fossil fuel-based sources by 2030.
Navigating the future of hydrogen
Hydrogen, often lauded as a beacon of hope in the quest for a low-carbon future, stands at a pivotal crossroads. As the world grapples with the dual challenges of escalating energy demands and climate change, hydrogen presents a unique opportunity to harmonize industrial development with environmental stewardship. However, its path is fraught with complexities and obstacles that require careful navigation.
