Uma Gupta
Delhi’s Hauz Khas gets grid-connected solar-powered EV charging station
The project was conceptualized by National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI) and Delhi electricity distribution company BSES to demonstrate a model concept for solar net-metering combined with EV fast charging.
The Hydrogen Stream: AM Green, SJVN sign 4.5 GW renewables deal for green ammonia facilities
SJVN will set up 4.5 GW of renewable energy capacity to power AM Green’s upcoming green ammonia facilities.
Avaada Energy secures Letter of Award for 820 MWp hybrid renewables capacity
Avaada Energy will set up a total of 820 MWp of solar and wind projects against the hybrid renewable capacity awarded by SJVN Ltd. These renewable projects will connect to the inter-state transmission system.
NTPC board approves raising of INR 12,000 crore via bonds, NCDs
NTPC’s board of directors has approved a proposal to raise up to INR 12,000 crore ($1,438.23 million) through the issuance of bonds and non-convertible debentures (NCDs).
World Bank approves additional $1.5 billion to support India’s green hydrogen, renewable energy push
The World Bank has approved an additional $1.5 billion loan to help promote the development of green hydrogen market and scale up renewable energy penetration in India.
JSW Energy secures 700 MW solar PPA, 300 MW wind-solar hybrid LoA from SJVN
JSW Energy has secured a power purchase agreement with SJVN for 700 MW of interstate-connected solar capacity in Rajasthan. It has also been awarded a 300 MW wind-solar hybrid project by SJVN.
NHPC secures 200 MW solar PPA with GUVNL
NHPC has signed a power purchase agreement with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) for its 200 MW solar power project at Khavda in Gujarat.
Bluebird Solar supplies PV modules for C&I project in Rajasthan
Bluebird Solar has supplied 3.38 MW of PV modules for a commercial & industrial (C&I) solar project located in Bhiwadi district of Rajasthan. Orb Energy has installed the project for C&I client Hi-Tech Gears.
Delhi’s peak power demand grew 3.8 times faster on hot and humid days than on moderate days in the last 12 months: IEEFA
Also, hot and humid days nearly doubled in the 12-month period till June 22, 2024 compared to the corresponding period in 2022-23, according to a new briefing note by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).
SECI launches 1 GW/2 GWh battery storage tender
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has invited proposals to set up 2 GWh (1 GW x 2 hours) of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected projects of standalone battery energy storage systems. Bidding closes on August 5.
