ISA unveils global mission to help 120+ member countries fast-track AI-enabled clean energy
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) convened a high-level session at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 to advance global dialogue on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the clean energy transition.
Guatemala PEG-5 tender draws 51 bidders for 4.7 GW of capacity
Guatemala’s Generation Expansion Plan 5 (PEG-5) tender has drawn 51 bids totaling nearly 4.7 GW – more than triple the 1.4 GW sought – with around 2 GW of solar projects, including hybrids with storage, competing for long-term supply contracts starting between 2030 and 2033.
Adani commits $100 billion to renewables-powered AI-ready data centres
Adani Group has announced an investment of $100 billion to develop renewable-energy-powered, hyperscale AI-ready data centre capacity in India by 2035.
AM Group commences development of 1 GW AI compute facility backed by round-the-clock renewables
AM Group has commenced development of its 1 GW AI and High-Performance Computing data center project in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The facility will be powered by firm and on-demand carbon-free energy at competitive tariffs enabled by renewable generation and pumped storage assets managed through an in-house intelligent cloud energy architecture.
Greenzo Energy, Lord’s Mark Industries to collaborate on 60 MW green hydrogen projects in Uttar Pradesh
Greenzo Energy India and Lord’s Mark Industries have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop around 60 MW of green hydrogen capacity, along with integrated solar rooftop projects coupled with battery energy storage systems.
ReNew Energy Q3 total income rises 48% year-on-year to INR 31.37 billion
The company also reported a 6.6-fold increase in net profit for the first nine months of FY2026.
Comparing safety profiles of lithium-ion, sodium-ion and solid-state batteries
New research finds that battery safety rankings are not universal but highly dependent on application scenarios, and shows that LFP batteries can emit high levels of hydrogen fluoride, challenging their reputation as the “safest” chemistry.
Silver-saving efforts ramping up in solar industry, says Heraeus
Rising silver prices are putting pressure on solar manufacturers, prompting greater focus on copper and other alternatives to reduce costs. Heraeus says it expects silver demand from photovoltaics to decline this year despite stable global installations.
Powertrac to set up 1 GWh BESS factory
Gujarat-based Powertrac Group has announced an investment of INR 600 crore to establish a 1 GWh containerized battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturing facility. The facility will focus on lithium iron phosphate (LFP)-based battery pack assembly, along with in-house battery management system (BMS) development and integration.
Can sodium-ion beat Li-ion in portable power? Bluetti Pioneer Na gives it a try
The world of batteries needs alternative chemistries to skirt weaknesses with lithium-ion. Sodium-ion is a big hope, and in portable power, Bluetti’s new product shows promise, and limitations.
