Power Sector News Roundup for November 13, 2024

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Global: Ofgem approves LionLink and Nautilus pilot projects for North Sea wind interconnectors Indonesia announces plans for 75GW renewable energy expansion over 15 years MDBs pledge $120 billion for low-income nations at COP29 Nordex secures order for 19 turbines for Québec wind project Enphase Energy launches AI-powered DIY permitting on Solargraf Elcogen secures €24.9 million EU grant for hydrogen tech expansion ADB approves USD 311 million loan for Nepal’s T&D infrastructure upgrade India: Power Grid…

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ADB approves USD 311 million loan for Nepal’s T&D infrastructure upgrade

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 311 million loan to upgrade electricity transmission and distribution infrastructure in Nepal under the South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Electricity T&D Strengthening Project.  Implemented by Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), the project will modernize energy infrastructure and add solar photovoltaic (PV) generation capacity.  Key initiatives include constructing 290 km of transmission lines across Dailekh–Jumla, New Butwal–Lamahi, Nijgadh–Ramauli, and Teenpiple–Okharpauwa, along with enhancing distribution infrastructure in Karnali and…

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Elcogen secures €24.9 million EU grant for hydrogen tech expansion

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Elcogen has been awarded €24.9 million from the European Union’s 2024 Innovation Fund to expand its production capacity for solid oxide electrolyser cell (SOEC) and solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) components in Tallinn, Estonia.  This funding will enhance Elcogen’s role in advancing green hydrogen production and supporting the transition to green energy. The EU’s Innovation Fund allocated €4.8 billion across 85 projects in 2024, targeting a collective carbon reduction of 476 million tonnes over the…

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Enphase Energy launches AI-powered DIY permitting on Solargraf

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Enphase Energy has introduced an AI-powered DIY permitting feature on Solargraf, its cloud-based platform designed for U.S. solar installers.  This tool automates the complex solar and battery permitting process, potentially reducing time for permit plans by up to 95%. The feature aims to streamline solar installation, lowering administrative burdens and operational costs for installers. As part of Enphase’s efforts to enhance Solargraf, this DIY feature integrates design, proposal, and permitting processes into one platform. Over…

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Nordex secures order for 19 turbines for Québec wind project

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The Nordex Group has received an order to supply 19 N163/5.X wind turbines for an undisclosed wind farm in Québec, Canada.  Scheduled for delivery in summer 2026, the turbines will be mounted on 125-meter tubular steel towers and equipped with Nordex’s Advanced Anti-icing System, designed for cold climates to enhance performance during winter.  This order is part of Nordex’s efforts to support high electricity production in colder regions. The Nordex Group, with over 53 GW…

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MDBs pledge $120 billion for low-income nations at COP29

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At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, leading multilateral development banks (MDBs) announced plans to collectively mobilize $120 billion annually in climate financing for low- and middle-income countries by 2030, with $42 billion dedicated to adaptation.  The private sector is expected to contribute an additional $65 billion each year. High-income countries are set to receive $50 billion annually in climate finance, including $7 billion for adaptation.  The MDBs exceeded their 2025 climate finance projections by a 25%…

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Indonesia announces plans for 75GW renewable energy expansion over 15 years

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Indonesia has revealed plans to attract international investment for the development of 75GW of renewable energy within the next 15 years.  The announcement, made at COP29 in Baku by Indonesia’s climate envoy, Hashim Djojohadikusumo, underscores the new administration’s goal to implement 100GW of new energy, with 75% dedicated to renewables like solar, hydro, geothermal, and potentially nuclear energy. With over 90GW of current power capacity, largely coal-based, Indonesia is pushing to reach carbon neutrality by…

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Ofgem approves LionLink and Nautilus pilot projects for North Sea wind interconnectors

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The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, has approved the initial stages of two interconnector pilot projects, LionLink and Nautilus, aimed at linking the UK’s transmission network with offshore wind farms in the North Sea.  These “offshore hybrid assets” will connect UK, Dutch, and Belgian grids directly to offshore wind farms, delivering a combined capacity of 3.2 GW. National Grid is leading the projects in partnership with Dutch and Belgian transmission operators TenneT and Elia. Upon completion,…

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NVVN invites proposals for 7.2 MW rooftop solar project for Assam Rifles

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NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN) has released a tender for the installation of 7.2 MW of grid-connected rooftop solar systems across 26 Assam Rifles buildings in Nagaland, Manipur, and Assam.  The bid submission deadline is December 2, 2024.  The project scope covers design, engineering, supply, civil construction, erection, testing, commissioning, and the inclusion of a solar module cleaning system, remote monitoring, and ten years of operation and maintenance.

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RRECL invites bids for 282 MW rooftop solar projects

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Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL) has issued a tender for the development of 282 MW of grid-connected rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) projects on government buildings across Rajasthan.  The bid submission deadline is November 26, 2024.  The project scope covers design, supply, erection, testing, commissioning, and 25 years of operation and maintenance (O&M) from the commissioning date.