NLC invites EPC bids for 100 MW solar power project
NLC India Ltd, a mining company under India’s Ministry of Coal, has invited bids to set up a 100 MW solar power project with operation and maintenance for three years. Bidding closes on Jan. 18.
Gensol awarded 33 MW solar project by steel producer SEML
Gensol Engineering will build a 33 MW solar power plant for consumption by Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd’s Kharora plant in Chhattisgarh.
China’ Akcome sets up pilot factory for perovskite PV cells
Akcome says it hopes to soon start commercial production of its heterojunction (HJT) perovskite solar cells, but it has yet to provide a specific time frame.
SJVN gets approval for 6 GW of renewable energy JVs
SJVN Ltd will form joint ventures with Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. Ltd and Assam Power Development Co. Ltd to develop 5 GW and 1 GW of renewable energy projects, respectively.
SECI launches 1.5 GW solar tender
Solar Energy Corp. Of India (SECI) has invited bids to develop 1.5 GW of solar PV power projects on a build-own-operate basis. The projects can be located anywhere in India and must connect to the interstate transmission system. Bidding closes on Jan. 31.
“Solar module prices are likely to remain subdued in the near term”
Vikram V, vice president & co-group head-corporate ratings, ICRA Ltd, speaks to pv magazine about falling solar cell and module prices, its impact on the Indian pv manufacturers, and way forward.
Adani Energy Solutions to build 7 GW renewable energy evacuation transmission network
Spanning over 300 km, the INR 3,000-crore transmission project will evacuate 7 GW of energy from Gujarat’s Khavda RE park into the national grid
Major trends in the Indian solar PV sector
The Indian solar PV sector is experiencing transformative trends, driven by a combination of technological advancements, government support, and a growing awareness of the need for sustainable energy sources. The rapid expansion of solar capacity, coupled with innovations such as floating solar farms and green hydrogen production, paints a promising picture for the future of renewable energy in India.
Hinduja Renewables wins 140 MW solar power project in GUVNL tender
Hinduja Renewables will develop 140 MW of solar power projects to supply power under a 25-year power purchase agreement with GUVNL. The project can be located anywhere in India.
Adani Green completes 1,050 MW renewables transfer to TotalEnergies JV
Adani Green Energy Ltd has sold half the stake in its 1,050 MW of renewable energy projects to TotalEnergies, raising $300 million to support the development of these assets. The projects are now owned by a joint venture between the two companies.
