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CERC Proposes Tightening Grid Deviations by Renewable Energy Projects

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has proposed tightening the deviation settlement mechanism (DSM) rules for wind, solar, and hybrid projects,...

September 17, 2025

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Melvin Mathew

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Wind
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China Targets 180 GW of Energy Storage Capacity by 2027

China has set a target to install over 180 GW of energy storage capacity by 2027, up from 95 GW as of June this year. The capacity addition will involve an investment of...

September 16, 2025

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B.S. Nagaraj

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Energy Storage

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Market & Policy
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Vikram Solar Secures ₹2.73 Billion Module Supply Order from AB Energia

Kolkata-based solar module manufacturer Vikram Solar has secured an order from AB Energia Solutions for the supply of 200 MW of solar modules, valued at approximately ₹2....

September 16, 2025

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Modules

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Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulator Allows Land Lease for BESS Projects at ₹1

The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) has permitted the Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation (TANTRANSCO) to lease portions of its substation land to...

September 12, 2025

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Arjun Joshi

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Energy Storage

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Market & Policy
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Andhra Pradesh Releases Battery Energy Storage Regulations

The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has introduced the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Regulations, 2025, providing a clear framework for...

September 12, 2025

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Arjun Joshi

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Energy Storage

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Market & Policy
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UPERC Allows Extension of Greater Noida Authority’s Solar PPA Until FY 2029

The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has allowed Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) to recover its capital investment on a 1...

September 11, 2025

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Solar
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UPERC Approves Procurement of 1,500 MWh Battery Energy Storage

The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has approved the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation’s (UPPCL) petition to procure 375 MW/1,500 MWh of...

September 10, 2025

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Energy Storage

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Market & Policy
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KMC Hospitals to Source Solar Power from Gardenia Energy

In line with the trend of Indian businesses switching to clean energy sources, healthcare company KMC Speciality Hospitals will procure solar power from a renewable...

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Month in a Minute: Top Headlines from the Indian Renewable Sector in August 2025

India added solar projects totaling 18 GW in 1H 2025, a 31% YoY increase from the same period last year, according to Mercom India Research’s newly released Q2 2025...

September 9, 2025

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Renewable Energy
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Module Manufacturer GREW Solar Secures ₹3 Billion to Expand Capacity

Solar module manufacturer GREW Solar, a subsidiary of Chiripal Group, has raised ₹3 billion (~$34.09 million) from a group of investors, including those from GeeCee...

September 9, 2025

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Solar
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Energy Solutions Provider ILJIN Electronics Raises ₹12 Billion

Energy solutions provider ILJIN Electronics India, the electronics division of Amber Group, has secured ₹12 billion (~$136.32 million) in strategic funding through...

September 9, 2025

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Energy Storage

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Market & Policy
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MENA Weekly Round-Up: Egypt Allocates $2.8 Billion for Power, Renewables

Egypt’s Ministry of Planning stated that the country has allocated E£136.3 billion ($2.8 billion) to the electricity and renewable energy sector in its 2025-26...

September 8, 2025

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Mercom Staff

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Market & Policy

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Solar
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Indraprastha Gas, RVUNL Partner to Develop 500 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan

Indraprastha Gas (IGL) has entered a joint venture agreement (JVA) with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam (RVUNL) for setting up a 500 MW solar project in the state....

September 8, 2025

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Solar
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ACME Solar Receives Letter of Award for 50 MW FDRE Project from Tata Power

Gurgaon-based ACME Solar Holdings has received a letter of award (LoA) from Tata Power Company’s distribution arm, Tata Power-D, for developing a 50 MW firm and...

September 4, 2025

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Renewable Energy
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Adani Green Energy Commissions 125 MW Solar Capacity in Gujarat

Adani Renewable Energy Fifty-Six, a subsidiary of Adani Green Energy (AGEL), has operationalized an incremental solar power project of 125 MW at Khavda, Gujarat. With...

September 3, 2025

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