The National Power Committee (NPC), in consultation with Regional Power Committees (RPCs), has approved the Uniform Protection Protocol (UPP) for nationwide implementation. This decision was formalized during the 15th National Power Committee Meeting held in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The protocol aligns with the Indian Electricity Grid Code (IEGC) 2023 and introduces a standardized protection system aimed at enhancing grid stability, reliability, and security. The Uniform Protection Protocol will apply to all entities connected to the grid...

HydrogenPro and J.H.K. have formed an exclusive partnership to drive green hydrogen projects in Germany, Austria, and the Benelux region. Under this agreement, HydrogenPro will supply advanced high-pressure alkaline electrolyser technology, while J.H.K. will act as the plant integrator and EPC contractor, managing project implementation and delivery. The partnership targets green hydrogen projects ranging from 5 to 50 MW, combining HydrogenPro’s expertise in electrolysis with J.H.K.’s experience in balance-of-plant integration and EPC services. This collaboration...

The National Electric Grid of Kyrgyzstan (NEGK) has completed the construction of critical infrastructure for the Central Asia-South Asia Electricity Transmission and Trade Project (CASA-1000). This includes 1,243 pylons, 456.06 km of transmission lines, and a substation bay at the 500 kV Datka substation. The CASA-1000 project aims to facilitate the trade of 1,300 MW of electricity among Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. The initiative will transport surplus hydroelectric power from Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to...

CHN Energy’s subsidiary, Guohua Energy Investment Co., Ltd., has connected the initial set of photovoltaic (PV) units from its 1 GW offshore PV project to the grid.  Located in Kenli District, Shandong Province, China, the project spans 1,223 hectares and includes 2,934 PV platforms supported by offshore steel truss platform fixed pile foundations. The project features a 66 kV offshore cable paired with an onshore cable for efficient, high-capacity, long-distance power transmission. Once fully operational,...

Ocean Winds (OW) has submitted its first planning consent application for onshore works to Aberdeenshire Council for the 2 GW Caledonia offshore wind project in Scotland.  This follows the completion of the project’s environmental impact assessment (EIA), which includes detailed studies of both onshore and offshore infrastructure. The onshore component of the Caledonia project includes a substation and underground cables to transmit power generated by the offshore facility. Aberdeenshire Council has opened a formal public...

French renewable energy developer Neoen has won seven solar and agrivoltaic projects totalling 164 MWp in the latest round of tenders conducted by the French Energy Regulation Commission (CRE).  This achievement enhances Neoen’s position in the ground-mounted solar sector in France, where it has now been awarded a cumulative 642 MWp in PPE21 tenders. With these new projects, Neoen’s secured capacity in France exceeds 2.5 GW. The projects are scheduled for commissioning between 2026 and...

The interregional electricity transfer in India grew 7.8% year-on-year in the first half (H1: April to September) of FY25, reaching 134,714 MU (million units), up from 123,918 MU in H1FY24, according to Grid Controller of India Ltd (GRID-INDIA). Key Highlights: WR-NR transfers: Exports from the Western Region (WR) to the Northern Region (NR) surged by 34.3%, totalling 54,099 MU in H1FY25, representing 40.2% of the total interregional transfers, up from 32.5% in H1FY24. Western Region...

Apar Industries Ltd has announced plans to expand its Continuous Transposed Conductor (CTC) production capacity to meet increasing demand driven by government prioritization of power and generation equipment. The expansion will triple the company’s CTC capacity from 7,350 tonnes per year to 20,490 tonnes by Q3FY26. The current capacity of 7,350 tonnes, utilized at 98%, will be augmented in phases. By March 2025 (end of FY25), an additional 5,160 tonnes will be operational. A further...

Schneider Electric Infrastructure Ltd (SEIL) has reported a 14.3% year-on-year growth in its order backlog, which stood at Rs 13.89 billion as of September 30, 2024. The company also noted robust growth in order inflows during FY25. In Q2FY25 (July to September), SEIL achieved an order inflow of Rs 5.72 billion, a 16.3% increase from Rs 4.92 billion in Q2FY24. For H1FY25 (April to September), order inflows rose by 17.5%, totalling Rs 11.04 billion compared...

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has floated a tender to procure 400 MW of Domestic Content Requirement (DCR)-compliant solar modules for a project in Ramagiri, Andhra Pradesh.  The modules must be manufactured, tested, packed, forwarded, supplied, and transported, with deliveries set to begin in October 2025. The bid submission deadline is December 5, 2024. The tender divides the capacity into four 100 MW packages, allowing bidders to apply for one or more packages....

NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN) has awarded contracts totalling 66 MW of solar capacity to Kirloskar Solar Technologies and Oriana Power. The projects, valued at Rs 2.91 billion, will be developed across multiple Indian states. Kirloskar Solar Technologies received contracts for 32.29 MW of ground-mounted solar projects and 14.74 MW of rooftop solar installations, amounting to Rs 2.08 billion. These projects will be set up in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Gujarat, and Assam....

Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) acquired “Khavda V-A Power Transmission Ltd” from REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL) on November 19, 2024. This project, valued at Rs 250 billion, is the largest interstate transmission system (ISTS) scheme awarded under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) mechanism. The project is India’s first TBCB-awarded transmission scheme employing HVDC technology, a departure from the earlier regulated tariff mechanism (RTM) for most HVDC projects. PGCIL will earn...

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the issuance of Rs 200 billion in sovereign green bonds across four equal tranches during the second half of fiscal year 2024-25. These bonds will fund projects in renewable energy, clean transportation, sustainable water management, and other climate-focused sectors. The first tranche of Rs 50 billion with a 10-year tenor will open for subscription from November 25 to 29, 2024. The second tranche, with a 30-year tenor,...

Saatvik Green Energy Private Limited has secured a supply order from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) to provide solar-powered submersible pumps at 250 locations across Maharashtra. The pumps, ranging from 3 horsepower (HP) to 7.5 HP, aim to enhance water accessibility and support irrigation needs, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has issued the draft CERC (Terms and Conditions for Purchase and Sale of Carbon Credit Certificates) Regulations, 2024.  The regulations aim to establish a structured framework for trading carbon credit certificates (CCCs) on power exchanges, applicable to both obligated and non-obligated entities. Under the draft, the Grid Controller of India will serve as the registry for CCC exchanges, while the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) will manage CCCs under...

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) plans to roll out hydrogen-powered three-wheelers in India by the end of this financial year. The company is collaborating with state governments to initiate pilot projects, involving 50 to 100 vehicles, with plans for subsequent expansion. In partnership with Systemics, OSM has formed Hydrogen Intelligence, a joint venture that developed hydrogen-powered three-wheelers capable of covering 700 km with a two-kg hydrogen cylinder.  These vehicles have undergone successful testing, including at Le...

Alcazar Energy Partners has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) and the New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA) to develop a 2 GW onshore wind farm in Egypt. The project aligns with Egypt’s Vision 2030, focusing on renewable energy and environmental sustainability. The wind farm is expected to generate clean electricity for more than 1.3 million households while preventing the release of up to 4.7 million tonnes of...

Babcock & Wilcox’s (B&W) Thermal segment has received full notice to proceed on a $246 million coal-to-natural gas conversion project at AES Indiana’s Petersburg Generating Station.   The project involves converting two coal-fired boilers at the 1.16 GW Petersburg plant to operate on natural gas, significantly lowering the facility’s carbon footprint. B&W Thermal will handle the design and installation of the new natural gas system, air systems, and associated equipment. B&W Construction (BWCC) will manage the...

Green Nation has announced plans for the Whitestone Solar Farm, a large-scale solar and energy storage project located between Rotherham and Doncaster in South Yorkshire.  The facility, currently in the preliminary development phase, aims to contribute up to 750 MW to the UK’s National Grid. It also includes a battery energy storage system, with its capacity yet to be confirmed. Recognized as a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project due to its size and potential impact, the...

ACME Sun Power, a subsidiary of ACME Solar Holdings, has secured a Rs 37.53 billion term loan from REC Limited to develop a 320 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) project in collaboration with SJVN. The project aims to provide round-the-clock power, assisting distribution companies in meeting renewable purchase and energy storage obligations. Solar capacity will be developed in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, while wind sites are planned in Bhuj and Jam Khambhaliya, Gujarat. A power...