SOLAR ENERGY CORPORATION OF INDIA
DVC to invest Rs 20,000 cr in solar energy projects by 2030
The Kolkata-headquartered corporation now has only 14 MW installed solar capacity and is executing a 348 MW project in association with NTPC. A 250MW/hour capacity of battery storage is also under consideration, he said.
MNRE issues incentive guidelines for green hydrogen producers under SIGHT scheme
Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is the implementing agency for this tranche as well. The Request for Selection (RfS) shall be issued by SECI shortly. The bidding shall be based on the least average incentive quoted by the bidder. The minimum bid under bucket-I is 10,000 TPA while the maximum bid is 90,000 TPA.
India's solar output grows at slowest pace in six years in first half of 2024
Solar power generation in the third-largest producer of electricity from the sun rose to 63.6 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) in the first half of 2024, the data showed, up 14.7% compared with the same period last year and 18.5% in the calendar year 2023. The world's fastest growing major economy has prioritised coal to address a surge in power demand in recent years.
India's biggest concentrated solar tender likely this year
The tender will be issued by the end of this fiscal, Gupta said. SECI is the nodal agency for implementing the government's renewable energy projects. "There have been solar thermal tenders but not of this scale," Gupta told reporters on the sidelines of India Energy Storage Week 2024 organised by India Energy Storage Alliance.
Renewable energy firm ACME Solar Holdings files papers for Rs 3,000-crore IPO
The Gurugram-based company's proposed IPO is a combination of fresh issue of shares worth Rs 2,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of shares valued Rs 1,000 crore by ACME Cleantech Solutions, according to the DRHP. The offer also includes a reservation for a subscription by eligible employees. The company may consider issue of securities to the tune of up to Rs 400 crore as a "pre-IPO placement". If such placement is completed, the fresh issue size will be reduced.
India asks utilities to order $33 billion in equipment this year to boost coal power output
India's government plans a $33 billion equipment order to accelerate coal-fired power capacity additions amid soaring electricity demand. Major firms like NTPC and Adani Power are expected to lead tendering, aiming to add 31 GW in 5-6 years. The move follows record-high power demand and recent supply challenges, prompting urgent action to bolster infrastructure.
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Transforming India's power grid: Highlights from the Transmission & Distribution Conclave 2024
The conclave that took place at KSH Infra Park in Pune, Maharashtra on June 13, brought together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to explore the transformative possibilities within the transmission and distribution industry.
Waaree Energies to supply 900 MW of modules for Solar Power Plant in Rajasthan
Waaree Energies has secured a contract from Serentica Renewables India to supply 900 MW modules for a solar power plant in Rajasthan's Fatehgarh district. The project is expected to be one of the largest in India with Waaree modules. The delivery schedule is set from August 2024 to February 2025. Waaree will oversee the manufacturing, testing, packing, and transportation of the modules, ensuring quality standards and timely project execution.
World's largest solar plant has five million PV panels. Where is it located and how much electricity will it produce? Know in detail
China's state-controlled firm China Green Electricity Investment of Tianjin has built the world's largest solar plant in Urumqi of its Xinxiang province. It has more than five million PV panels.
Karnataka to set up solar park in Madhugiri, boost renewable energy production: Minister K J George
The Karnataka government plans to establish a solar park in Madhugiri taluk, following the success of the Pavagada Solar park in Tumakuru. The park will be developed in a strategic partnership with Tehri Hydro Development Corporation India Limited (THDCIL), owned by the central government. The project aims to enhance environmental stewardship and energy security in the state.
Corporate Watch: M&M, Tata Comm among 36 stocks in spotlight this week
Welspun Enterprises and DJ Mediaprint declared dividends with ex-dates on July 5. Escorts Kubota also set July 5 as the ex-date for dividend issuance. Several other companies like Tide Water, SKF India, and Balaji Amines have dividend and ex-date announcements in the same week.
India keen to speed up power grid link talks with Sri Lanka
India is actively pursuing discussions with Sri Lanka to establish a power grid link, focusing on renewable energy for electricity trading. The project includes overhead and under-sea cables, with economic benefits being evaluated by PwC India and plans for a joint consultant for investment decisions.
JSW Energy inks power purchase agreements via its arms for 1,325 MW renewable projects
JSW Energy has signed power purchase agreements with subsidiaries for wind and solar projects, totaling 1,325 MW. This brings the company's total locked-in capacity to 13.6 GW. The agreements account for 36% of the company's pipeline capacity, aiming to achieve 20 GW capacity by 2030.
India powers up energy network for its hotspots
The govt is taking steps to ensure power projects, including renewable energy sources like wind turbines and solar panels, can operate effectively in the face of intense heatwaves in India. Actions involve enhancing heat tolerance levels, addressing peak power demand, upgrading transmission equipment, and implementing measures like proper ventilation in substations and transformer yards.
High installation cost barrier to adopting rooftop solar power in India: Survey
High installation costs and lack of skilled labor are major barriers to rooftop solar adoption in India, according to a Luminous Power Technologies survey. Conducted with 4,318 respondents across five metros and eight non-metro cities, the survey revealed that 90% recognize the need for specialized skills, and 59% are concerned about high initial costs.
Gensol Engineering bags another BESS project from GUVNL
Gensol Engineering secures an additional 250 MW/500 MW Battery Energy Storage System Project from GUVNL, increasing its order book to Rs 3,100 crore.
IFC to fund $105 mn for Brookfield’s Bikaner Solar Power Project
IFC has committed $105 million to finance a 550 MW solar power project in Bikaner, Rajasthan by Brookfield Asset Management, using long-term debentures. This marks IFC's first Asia-Pacific investment with a hybrid offtake structure selling power to C&I consumers and the merchant market. This partnership aims to showcase renewable energy viability, support India's green energy corridor, and drive clean energy uptake. Brookfield plans to expand renewable investments in India, in alignment with IFC's goal of increasing market competitiveness and reducing carbon footprint.
Construction of 1,000-Mw Solar Power Project in Karbi Anglong will begin shortly: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the upcoming construction of a 1,000-MW Solar Power Project in Karbi Anglong. This comes after the laying of the foundation stone for a 25-MW solar power generation project at the Namrup Thermal Power Station in Dibrugarh district. The joint venture between Assam Power Generation Corporation and Oil India Limited will cost Rs. 115 crores and is expected to produce 50 million units of electricity annually upon completion in July 2025.
ACME ties up Rs 5,600 cr loan for green energy project in Andhra Pradesh
The projects will have the ability to supply power nationwide during peak hours without disruptions. ACME, ReNew Power, Hero Future Energies and Amp Energy won parts of the tender.
Gensol Engineering emerges successful bidder for Rs 1,340-cr battery energy storage project
The project will supply electricity on an 'on-demand' basis to Gujarat State's DISCOMs during peak and off-peak hours, thereby extending renewable energy availability beyond solar hours, fulfilling energy storage purchase obligations, and enhancing grid resilience, a company statement said.
JSW Energy begins construction of 1 GWh battery energy storage project in Rajasthan
The project will be developed under a Build Own Operate and Transfer (BOOT) mechanism and will be transferred to the off-taker after 12 years, the company said, adding that it had bagged the project from Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) recently.
JSW Energy begins construction as part of its foray into battery storage services
JSW Energy has started construction on a Battery Energy Storage Project (BESS) to enter the energy storage services business, enabling the storage and release of renewable energy. They were awarded a 1.0 GWh battery storage project by SECI, with commissioning expected by June 2025. The company is also developing green hydrogen and steel projects, aiming to achieve 20 GW generation capacity and 40 GWh energy storage capacity by 2030.
India's peak power demand hits a record 250 GW
India witnessed a historic milestone on May 30 as the country's power demand surged to a record-breaking 250 GW, driven by a combination of weather-related loads and the escalating power consumption in both industrial and residential sectors, announced the power ministry on Thursday. The non-solar hours demand also soared to an unprecedented level of 234.3 GW the previous day, marking a significant increase in energy requirements.
NCLT halts Hiranmaye Energy resolution plan
The Kolkata bench of the bankruptcy court halted the corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP) of thermal power company Hiranmaye Energy on the promoter's plea that lenders should consider its ₹1,101.5 crore settlement offer, which is about one-fifth of the lenders' debt, showed a tribunal order.
Ready to build high-capacity nuclear power units at new site in India: Russia
Russia and India are set to expand cooperation in atomic energy. There are plans to construct high-capacity nuclear power units at a new site in India. Department of Atomic Energy secretary Ajit Kumar Mohanty and Rosatom State Atomic Energy Corporation of Russia Director General Alexey Likhachev discussed enhancing nuclear energy collaboration during a visit to the Pilot Demonstration Energy Complex in Russia. Likhachev expressed readiness for extensive cooperation covering various nuclear energy applications.
Peak power demand hit 229.6 GW on Saturday
India's peak power demand hit 229.6 GW on May 18 during a severe heatwave, meeting the estimated 235 GW. Last year's peak was 243 GW in September despite monsoon deficits. Maximum temperatures reached 46 degrees Celsius in affected regions, leading to high electricity demand.
Thermal PLFs to remain healthy amid power demand-supply mismatch: Report
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has maintained a neutral outlook for the power sector for FY25, predicting that thermal plant load factors (PLFs) will remain healthy due to a demand-supply mismatch. The agency believes that the overall plant load factor of thermal power plants will improve to reach closer to 70% in FY25. This is due to higher power demand, domestic coal production ramp-up, slower capacity additions, and dependence on coal-based generation until sufficient storage capacity is built up for the energy transition towards renewables.
Coal's share in India's power generation capacity drops below 50% for 1st time since 1960s
India's share of coal in its total power generation capacity dropped below 50% in Q1 2024, marking the first time since the 1960s. Renewable energy accounted for 71.5 percent of the 13,669 MW power generation capacity added by India in Q1 2024. This trend is well ahead of India's target of achieving 50% cumulative power generation capacity from non-fossil fuel-based sources by 2030. The decline in coal's share mirrors a global trend, with demand for coal in G7 countries hitting record lows in 2023. G7 countries pledged to phase out all unabated coal power generation by 2035.
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