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NTPC REL, ReNew, Fastnote, Adani Win UPPCL’s 2 GW Solar Auction

NTPC Renewable Energy, ReNew Solar Power, Fastnote Biofuels (Hindustan Power), and Adani Renewable Energy Holding Twelve were declared winners in Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation’s (UPPCL) auction to set up 2 GW solar power project...

March 28, 2025

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REIAs Justify Charging Trading Margin, Want Issue Settled with DISCOMs

A ₹0.07 (~$0.0008)/kWh trading margin and the discovered tariff have become a bone of contention between renewable energy implementing agencies (REIAs) and buying entities. As intermediary procurers, REIAs charge a trading margin ...

March 27, 2025

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India’s Solar Exports Decline 16% YoY in 2024, Imports Down 10%

Indian solar module and cell exports decreased 16% year-over-year (YoY) to $1.5 billion (~₹129.4 billion) in 2024 from $1.8 billion (~₹152 billion), according to recent data published by the Department of Commerce. Indian solar ex...

March 27, 2025

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Free Electricity Programs a Disincentive for PM Surya Ghar Rooftop Solar Adoption

At a time when the government is pushing for greater adoption of solar through the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, which aims to make households energy-independent, free electricity programs have proved to be an impediment to ro...

March 21, 2025

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NTPC REL Floats Tender for Balance of System for 900 MW Solar Project

NTPC Renewable Energy (NTPC REL) has invited bids for the Balance of System (BoS) of a 900 MW grid-connected solar project in Fatehgarh, Rajasthan. Bids must be submitted by May 7, 2025. Bids will be opened on the same day. Bidders must submit the...

March 28, 2025

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Government Proposes Flexibility in Renewable Energy Consumption Obligation

The Ministry of Power has proposed amendments to refine the regulatory framework governing renewable energy consumption by designated consumers, including electricity distribution licensees, open access consumers, and captive users. The Bureau of...

March 28, 2025

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Daily News Wrap-Up: REIAs Defend Trading Margins, Seek Resolution with DISCOMs

A ₹0.07 (~$0.0008)/kWh trading margin and the discovered tariff have become a bone of contention between renewable energy implementing agencies (REIAs) and buying entities. As intermediary procurers, REIAs charge a trading margin from state...

March 28, 2025

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92.5% of New Power Capacity Additions Globally in 2024 was Renewables: Report

Global renewable energy capacity additions totaled 585 GW in 2024, a record 15.1% growth year-over-year, the highest annual increase since 2000. Renewable energy represented 92.5% of the new power capacity additions globally, according to the latest...

March 28, 2025

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ONGC Approves ₹33 Billion Investment for Ayana Acquisition

ONGC has approved an investment of ₹33 billion (~$384.84 million) in ONGC Green to part-fund the acquisition of a 100% stake in Ayana Renewable Power. The company will subscribe to the rights offer of equity shares issued by ONGC Green. In February...

March 27, 2025

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Shriram Finance Secures $150 Million from ADB for EV Financing

Non-banking financial services company Shriram Finance has secured a $150 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance access to finance for electric vehicles (EVs) and low-emission commercial vehicles in India. The funding is part...

March 27, 2025

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NHPC Tenders 1.2 GW Solar Projects with Energy Storage Systems

NHPC has issued a request for selection to set up 1,200 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar projects with a 600 MW/ 2,400 MWh energy storage system (ESS) anywhere in India. The tender has a greenshoe option of up to 1,200 MW....

March 27, 2025

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Daily News Wrap-Up: JVVNL Tenders 112 MW Solar Projects Under KUSUM

Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam issued an expression of interest for implementing 112.6 MW of decentralized solar projects in Rajasthan under Component A of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM). Bids must be...

March 27, 2025

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JinkoSolar’s Q4 Revenue Drops 37% YoY Due to Lower Module Prices

China-based solar cell and module manufacturer JinkoSolar’s revenue dipped 37.1% year-over-year (YoY) to RMB20.65 billion (~$2.83 billion) in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024, primarily due to a decline in the average selling price of solar modules...

March 27, 2025

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