The practicality of a 100% renewable energy system
The biggest question for the transition from the conventional practice of electricity generation to 100% eco-clean renewable energy resources is, can we maintain the electricity grid stable every minute of every day? The answer is clearly YES, and it is practical.
Adani to build 1.35 GW of pumped storage, 100 MW data centre powered by renewables in Telangana
Adani Green Energy will set up 1.35 GW of pump storage projects with an investment of over INR 5,000 crore ($601.48 million) in the Indian state of Telangana. Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) will also invest over INR 5,000 crore in a 100 MW data centre, powered by renewable energy.
Torrent Power commits $5.7 billion investment in Gujarat
Torrent Power will develop 3,450 MW of solar power projects, 1,045 MW of hybrid power projects, and the solar park infrastructure for a 7 GW solar power project in Gujarat. It will also set up a 100 ktpa green hydrogen/green ammonia production facility in the state.
Vertical integration at scale key to reducing green hydrogen cost
Gautam Adani, chairman of Adani Group, says vertical integration at scale promises the greatest acceleration towards reducing the cost of green hydrogen from the current $3-5 per kilogram (kg) to the $1/kg mark.
Drones vs. aircrafts for PV plant inspection
Scientists in Italy have investigated the performance of drones and a human-crewed airplanes for carrying out aerial infrared thermography inspections on PV power plants. According to their findings, airplanes may be more cost-effective.
Avaada to develop 6 GW of hybrid wind-solar projects in Gujarat
Avaada Group has signed an agreement with the government of Gujarat to develop 6 GW of hybrid wind-solar projects with an investment of INR 40,000 crore.
Solar energy’s vital role in climate change mitigation
With solar taking a more significant portion of the energy and power mix, climate change can be significantly mitigated. Coal, for instance, is one of the dirtiest fuels, but makes up 70% of India’s power generation.
Analysts expect more than 50 GW of new US solar in 2024
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) says that about 45 GW of solar projects above 1 MW (AC) in size will be installed in 2024, while Wood Mackenzie estimates 8 GW of small-scale solar.
Engie commits INR 17,200 crore investment in Gujarat
Engie will invest INR 17,200 crore towards the development of 2.5 GW of renewable energy projects by 2030 in Gujarat. It will also collaborate with the Gujarat government for decarbonization initiatives in the state.
Mahindra Susten receives ‘Water Positive Certification’ for operating solar portfolio
As per TUV India’s evaluation, Mahindra Susten’s operating renewable energy portfolio of more than 1.5 GW commands a score of 15 (Positive) on the Water Footprint Index implying that water recharged is 15 times over what was consumed.
