NTPC tenders 1.2 GW solar with 600 MW/2,400 MWh energy storage
NTPC Ltd has launched the tender for selection of solar power generators to set up 1.2 GW of solar PV power projects with 600 MW/2,400 MWh of energy storage systems anywhere in India.
Blueleaf, Jakson partner for 1 GW of solar projects in Rajasthan
Blueleaf Energy and Jakson target to jointly develop over 5 GW of renewable energy projects in India. The first project under the partnership is a 1 GW solar portfolio in Rajasthan, which benefits from 25-year power purchase agreements secured with the Solar Energy Corp. of India, NHPC, and Rajasthan Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd.
Swiss startup launches 400 W transparent BIPV panels
Climacy, a building integrated PV manufacturer, has launched a new semi-transparent 400 W glass-glass panel that is suitable for use in roofs or facades in residential, industrial and commercial buildings. When used as a roof or wall componentt, the 20% transparent panels reportedly allow more natural light into interior spaces than conventional PV designs.
Thermal storage beats hydrogen, electrification on industrial costs
A new study in Germany shows the advantages of thermal energy storage in the decarbonization of industrial processes. The researchers noted clear cost advantages and high potential for flexibility in the power grid.
India achieves 850,000 rooftop solar installations under PM-Surya Ghar Scheme: Pralhad Joshi
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, the world’s largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, aims at powering 10 million households with solar power by March 2027.
NTPC rolls out CO2 battery storage project at Kudgi thermal power station
NTPC Ltd, in partnership with Triveni Turbine and Italy’s CO2 battery technology company Energy Dome, will set up a 160 MWh CO2 battery project at its Kudgi super thermal power station in Karnataka.
Acme Solar Q3 net profit 152% up YoY
Acme Solar has reported consolidated revenue of INR 401 crore and consolidated net profit of INR 112 crore for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2024.
Australian researchers set world record with kesterite solar cell
University of New South Wales (UNSW) researchers have set a new energy efficiency record for kesterite solar cells, a technology with potential to enhance silicon-based PV systems.
Enfinity Global secures connectivity for 2 GW of solar and wind projects in India
Enfinity Global has secured connectivity for 2 GW of utility-scale solar PV and wind projects in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka
Australian manufacturer bets on lithium-titanium-oxide batteries
Zenaji, an Australian manufacturer of lithium-titanium-oxide (LTO) batteries, says the LTO market will hit $5.8 billion by 2032, growing at a 12.6% annual rate. It claims that its Eternity battery system is poised to capitalize on the trend.
