Day: December 27, 2024
JSW Neo Energy to acquire 4.7 GW RE platform from O2 Power for ₹12,468 crore
The transaction, valued at approximately $1.47 billion after adjusting for net current assets, is subject to approval by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and other customary clearances.
NGT calls for safe disposal system of used solar panels, seeks centre's response
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response from the Union of India and other respondents on a plea regarding improper disposal and recycling of Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels.
Climate change led to 41 additional days of extreme heat in 2024: Report
Climate change led to an average of 41 more days of extreme heat in 2024, making it the warmest year on record. The year witnessed 219 extreme weather events, 3,700 deaths, and millions displaced. To avoid further devastation, transitioning away from fossil fuels is crucial, as current policies may…
From Solar Mission to Nuclear Deals: Remembering Manmohan Singh's Energy Legacy
As India mourns the loss of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, his contributions to the energy sector stand out as a defining legacy.
NTPC REL begins commercial supply of 37.50 MW from Sadla solar project
With this, the total installed and commercial capacity of the NTPC group has now become 76,598.18 MW, the NTPC stated in a regulatory filing.
Hero Future Energies commissions 29 MW solar project in Karnataka
The open-access plant, aimed at the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, is expected to generate 33 million units of green energy annually, reducing CO₂ emissions by 31,624 tonnes.
HC seeks Energy Dept secy’s reply on solar light installation irregularities in Bastar
The court is also examining allegations that the installations were carried out without a tender process.
Gensol Engineering gets Rs 897-cr solar project from NTPC REL
Gensol Engineering secures an Rs 897-crore contract from NTPC Renewable Energy Limited to develop 225 MW grid-connected solar projects in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat. The project will be executed on EPC mode and includes three years of operations and maintenance.
Year-ender 2024: India’s renewable energy hits 205 GW; What’s driving the surge?
From vast solar parks sprawling across deserts to wind farms dotting the coasts and the gradual adoption of green hydrogen, India’s renewable energy landscape has undergone transformative growth in 2024. Surpassing 200 GW of installed capacity, the country has cemented its position as a major…
Sri Lanka: #3xRenewables for Clean Air and Lower Energy Costs
A quiet revolution is happening on the streets of Colombo, Sri Lanka. There is a new type of public transport running around the city. Locally known as tuk-tuks, these three-wheelers are no stranger to Sri Lankans, but these ones look quite different.