Husk Power Systems secures $6 million from EU-funded EDFI ElectriFI
Bihar-based Husk Power Systems will use $6 million of newly acquired funds to build solar hybrid microgrids in 80 communities in rural India. The renewables services provider already owns and operates more than 120 microgrids in India.
Tata Power to develop 4 MWp solar project for Tata Motors
Tata Motors has collaborated with Tata Power to develop 4 MWp solar capacity at its vehicle manufacturing plant in Pune. The factory already hosts a cumulative 15 MWp of PV capacity across its passenger and commercial manufacturing facilities.
Tata Power secures EPC contract from NHDC for 125 MWp floating solar project
Tata Power Solar has secured an engineering, procurement and construction contract for a 125 MWp floating solar project at the Omkareshwar reservoir in Madhya Pradesh. The project was awarded by state-owned hydropower producer NHDC.
Battery energy storage systems as an alternative to diesel generators
A new study suggests that battery energy storage systems charged with solar are the most attractive power backup option for commercial and industrial entities in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Serentica Renewables to install 1.5 GW of hybrid wind, solar
Serentica Renewables plans to install and commission 1.5 GW of solar and wind capacity in 24 months to serve energy-intensive industries in India.
Engie, NSDC to collaborate on solar skills training for 600 young people
Engie has partnered with India’s National Skill Development Corp. to train young people to become solar module technicians.
Hindalco switches on 25 MW solar plant for self-consumption
Hindalco’s Mahan aluminum smelter unit in Madhya Pradesh now hosts a 25 MW solar plant to power its operations.
Flipkart to deploy 400 electric cargo vehicles for Delhi NCR
E-commerce retailer Flipkart has partnered with electric fleet operator Magenta Mobility to add 400 electric cargo vehicles to its fleet in India’s national capital region.
Avaada wins 300 MW of solar with $0.036/kWh bid
Avaada has agreed to supply electricity from 300 MW of PV capacity to Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. (MSEDCL) on a long-term basis.
The long read: International investments in Indian PV
India is seeing massive investments in PV manufacturing, with manufacturers from Western countries, led by the United States, eager to get in on the act. Chinese companies have yet to make the same call, however.
