Institutional Infrastructure of Energy in India

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India’s energy sector is supported by a vast and multi-tiered institutional infrastructure that includes ministries, regulatory bodies, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and research institutions. These entities work together to manage, regulate, and oversee energy production, distribution, and policy implementation. Below is an overview of the key institutions involved in India’s energy landscape. Ministries Ministry of Power (MoP): The Ministry of Power is responsible for developing and managing the country’s power sector. It oversees electricity generation,…

Understanding the Global Institutional Infrastructure of Energy

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The global energy sector is a complex web of organisations, regulators, and private corporations working together to ensure that the world’s energy needs are met while promoting sustainability, innovation, and policy alignment. From setting regulations to facilitating international cooperation, these institutions play an essential role in shaping how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. This article will explore the key players in the global energy infrastructure, including international organizations, national regulatory bodies, industry associations, and…

Key Power Sector News Roundup for September 23, 2024

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CEA Clears Two Hydro Pumped Storage Projects in Maharashtra The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has approved two hydro pumped storage projects in Maharashtra, the 1,500 MW Bhavali PSP by JSW Energy and the 1,000 MW Bhivpuri PSP by Tata Power, adding 15 GWh of storage. For FY25, 15 hydro PSPs totaling 25,500 MW are planned.   Ministry of Power Issues EV Charging Infrastructure Guidelines for 2024 The Ministry of Power has issued 2024 guidelines for EV…

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PLN outlines strategy for energy transition, targets net zero by 2060

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PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) has detailed its energy transition strategy at the Indonesia International Sustainability Forum 2024, focusing on achieving net zero emissions by 2060. PLN emphasized its commitment to the energy trilemma—reliability, affordability, and sustainability—and called for global collaboration on climate change solutions involving strategy, technology, and investment. PLN’s energy transition roadmap, first introduced in its 2021-30 electricity supply business plan, targets 52 per cent renewable energy. The company is now accelerating its…

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Encavis and Innovar Solar partner to develop 500 MW of solar capacity in Germany

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Encavis AG and Innovar Solar GmbH have entered into an agreement to jointly develop 500 MW of solar projects in Germany. The agreement follows a continuous development model, ensuring that new projects are initiated as existing ones advance. If any projects fail to reach the ready-to-build stage within a set timeframe, they will be replaced by new ones to maintain the target capacity. Earlier this year, Encavis also expanded its renewable portfolio by acquiring a…

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Grenergy to acquire 1GW solar portfolio in Chile for $128m

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Spain-based Grenergy Renovables plans to acquire a 1GW solar portfolio in Chile for $128 million from Repsol and Grupo Ibereolica Renovables. The deal includes a 77MW photovoltaic (PV) plant, 923MW of projects under development, and a 1GW operational interconnection facility. This acquisition will bolster the Oasis de Atacama solar-plus-storage project by adding two new phases, expanding it to a five-phase development across Chile’s Tarapaca, Antofagasta, and Atacama regions. The project’s battery storage capacity will increase…

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EDF Renewables signs PPA with OPPD for 300 MW Milligan 1 Wind project

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EDF Renewables North America has entered a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) to supply clean energy from its 300MW Milligan 1 Wind project in Nebraska. Operational since 2021, Milligan 1 is owned and developed by EDF Renewables. OPPD President Javier Fernandez highlighted the project’s role in diversifying and expanding OPPD’s energy portfolio, which will help meet the growing electricity demand in Nebraska. OPPD aims to add 3.2 GW of…

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US DOE allocates over $3 billion for battery manufacturing projects across 14 states

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) has allocated more than $3 billion to fund 25 projects aimed at enhancing battery manufacturing capabilities across 14 states. These projects are part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America initiative and are designed to increase domestic battery material production, align with EV tax credit rules, and reduce reliance on China. The investment, managed by the Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC), will generate over 8,000 construction…

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Alight secures €110m financing for 220 MW solar parks in Sweden

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Swedish solar independent power producer Alight has secured €110 million in senior debt financing from Dutch bank Rabobank to develop, own, and operate 220 MW of small to medium-sized solar parks across Sweden. This portfolio financing, a first-of-its-kind in the Nordic region, will accelerate the renewable energy transition as Sweden faces rising electricity demand. The first phase includes constructing three solar parks: a 4MW park in Halland, a 6 MW park in Södermanland, and a…

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rPlus Energies begins construction on $1 billion Green River solar and storage project in Utah

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rPlus Energies has started construction on the Green River Energy Center, a major solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage project in eastern Utah. The project includes a 400MW solar PV facility paired with a 400MW/1,600MWh battery storage system, making it one of the largest solar-plus-storage projects in the US. The project, supported by over $1 billion in construction debt financing, will provide clean energy to PacifiCorp under a power purchase agreement (PPA). It is expected…