Maharashtra tenders for 1 GW pumped storage, 5 GW solar power
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MSEDCL) has invited bids to provide grid-connected energy storage capacity of 1,000 MW/8,000 MWh from pumped hydro storage plants located anywhere in India. It will enter into energy storage facility agreement with the selected developers on an annual fixed charge basis for a period of 40 years. Bidding closes on April 15.
IIT Kanpur-incubated startups showcase solutions ranging from dual-axis solar tracker to solar-powered UAV
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) at IIT Kanpur provides support and guidance to those looking to turn their ideas into successful and meaningful business models
How green credits and green loyalty programs are shaping a sustainable future
Green credits and green loyalty programs represent a burgeoning movement towards sustainability that transcends traditional environmental activism. They embody a partnership between businesses and consumers, where every green choice is celebrated and rewarded.
Electric mobility promotion scheme to keep the electrification pace intact: ICRA
Rating agency ICRA expects the penetration levels of electric two-wheelers and electric three-wheelers (excluding e-rickshaws) to reach 6-8% and 14-16%, respectively, by FY 2025.
IIT Kanpur event focused on sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship starts today
IIT Kanpur’s annual event Abhivyakti’24, scheduled for March 15 and 16, 2024, provides a platform for the startup ecosystem to collaborate and develop sustainable solutions for a better future.
Ohms Energy commissions 600 kWp solar rooftop plant for Rossari Biotech
Ohms Energy installed the 600 kWp solar rooftop plant for Rossari Biotech without drilling any hole in the metal roof of the factory. The solar panels used in the project are manufactured by Waaree Energies.
IndiGrid awarded 180 MW/360 MWh battery storage project by GUVNL
IndiGrid will develop the 180 MW/360 MWh battery energy storage system on a build-own-operate basis in Gujarat.
SolarSpace supplies 375 MW of solar modules to NTPC
China’s SolarSpace has partnered with NTPC to provide dual-glass PV modules for NTPC’s 375 MW solar project in Bhuj, Gujarat, with Zetwerk as the supply partner.
OSDA Solar introduces 630 Wp TOPCon bifacial module in India
China’s OSDA has introduced TOPCon bifacial modules with power outputs ranging from 590 Wp to 630 Wp and efficiencies up to 22.54% in India.
NTPC allocates 1.5 GW of wind-solar hybrid projects at $0.040/kWh
Axis Energy, Juniper Green Energy, ReNew and Acme have emerged winners in NTPC’s auction for 1.5 GW of interstate transmission grid connected wind-solar hybrid projects. The average price discovered is INR 3.30 ($0.040)/kWh.
