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MNRE clarifies ALMM exemption for solar projects with prior approval

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has clarified that its Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) order does not apply to open access and net-metering solar projects that secured approvals before October 1, 2022.  According to an official memorandum, this exemption covers projects where the initial application for approvals, such as in-principle approval or no objection certificate, was submitted before the specified date. The application must have been filed with relevant authorities…

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Hidden crystal structures unlocked: New avenues for thermoelectrics and solar thermal conversion

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A research team at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bangalore, led by Prof. Kanishka Biswas, has made a groundbreaking discovery where the local crystal structure symmetry decreases with rising temperatures, defying the typical trend of increasing symmetry with heat. This rare phenomenon was observed in the all-inorganic two-dimensional halide perovskite, Cs2PbI2Cl2. The research highlights the significance of local symmetry breaking, termed “emphanisis,” where local atomic distortions increase upon heating, while the global…

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Tembo Global secures PPA for 124 MW solar project in Maharashtra

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Tembo Global Industries announced it has secured its first power purchase agreement (PPA) from the Maharashtra government for a 124 MW solar project.  The project, with an estimated cost of Rs 5.95 billion, is expected to be completed within 18 months, the company said in an exchange filing. This solar initiative will not only bolster the local energy supply but also create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the region. Tembo’s investment in solar energy…

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Avaada Energy secures Rs 5.97 billion refinancing for solar projects

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Avaada Energy, part of Avaada Group, has secured approximately Rs 5.97 billion in refinancing for its commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects in Karnataka and Maharashtra.  The refinancing was provided by NIIF Infrastructure Finance Limited (NIIF IFL), a debt fund focused on operational infrastructure projects. Avaada’s solar projects supply power to major corporations such as Bharti Airtel, Motherson, Bharat Forge, STT, Nxtra Data, and Lumax, supporting their energy transition initiatives. The refinancing deal allows Avaada…

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CEA concludes Brainstorming Conclave on Indian Power Sector Scenario 2047

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The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) concluded its two-day Brainstorming Conclave on the ‘Indian Power Sector Scenario 2047’ in New Delhi on October 14-15, 2024. The event, attended by over 1,500 delegates, featured discussions on expanding hydropower, integrating energy storage systems, modernizing distribution networks, and fostering cross-border energy cooperation. Key dignitaries, including Union Power Minister Manohar Lal, emphasized India’s strategy to meet growing energy needs while transitioning to cleaner sources. The conclave also focused on capacity…

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SPV incorporated for Bhadla-Bikaner complex ISTS scheme

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PFC Consulting Ltd (PFCCL) has formed a wholly-owned subsidiary, “Bikaner and Bhadla Transmission Complex Ltd,” to serve as the special purpose vehicle (SPV) for the project “Transmission system strengthening to facilitate evacuation of power from Bhadla/Bikaner Complex” aimed at evacuating renewable energy from Rajasthan to load centres in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. The project, incorporated on October 15, 2024, is part of an ISTS scheme. PFCCL is overseeing the bidder selection process through a tariff-based…

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MNRE increases solar module capacity under ALMM by 2.09 GW

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has expanded the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) by adding 2,094 MW of solar module capacity, bringing the total capacity to 58,422 MW.  Major additions include SAEL Solar P6 with 2,065 MW and Grew Energy with 29 MW. Meanwhile, ITI, Jyotitech Solar, SunField Energy, and Suryakamal Energy have been removed from the list. New entrants on the provisional list include Ganesh Green Bharat with 131…