Global: China to continue coal plant construction through 2027 India: Premier Energies partners with RENA Technologies for solar cell innovation BrightKnight and Hero Future Energies ink deals with NTPC for RE projects Thermal power projects gain momentum with multiple contract awards QPEEL secures ₹197 million reactor order for renewable energy grid integration Transrail Lighting wins ₹10.85 billion in new domestic T&D orders
China plans to continue building coal-fired power plants until at least 2027, according to new government guidelines aimed at upgrading the country’s coal power infrastructure. The decision, released by China’s state planner and energy regulator, is stirring debate over the nation’s long-term climate commitments, particularly its pledge to start cutting coal use between 2026 and 2030. Officials say new coal plants will be built only in areas where they are needed to handle peak power…
Premier Energies Limited, one of India’s top solar cell and module manufacturers, has announced a partnership with German technology leader RENA Technologies GmbH. The collaboration, unveiled in April 2025, is set to drive advancements in n-type solar cells and develop wet chemistry techniques for next-gen tandem solar technologies. This international alliance pairs Premier Energies’ large-scale manufacturing capabilities with RENA’s renowned expertise in wet chemical processing. Together, they aim to push the boundaries of solar cell…
BrightKnight and Hero Future Energies (HFE) have signed 25-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with NTPC Limited. The agreements, finalized on April 15, 2025, cover the development of a combined 230 MW of Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) projects. These projects will be connected through the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS), offering reliable, renewable energy from wind-solar hybrid sources coupled with energy storage systems. The installations can be developed anywhere in India under NTPC’s Tranche-II FDRE…
India’s thermal power sector has fresh contracts awarded and competitive bidding underway this week across several major projects. ISGEC wins Rs 783 million contract for Talabira project ISGEC Heavy Engineering Limited has secured a Rs 783 million contract for the stacker reclaimer package at the Talabira Thermal Power Project Phase I. The contract was tendered by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) in November 2024. The Talabira project, being implemented by NLC India Ltd at Tareikela…
Quality Power Electrical Equipments Limited (QPEEL) has landed an order worth Rs 197 million for the supply of reactors for flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS) used in power transmission. The single large order, placed by a Fortune 500 client, is specifically geared toward coil products for FACTS applications in the renewable energy segment. The scope includes the supply of high-performance reactors, with delivery expected within 15–18 months. Revenue from the order will be recognized…
Transrail Lighting Limited has kicked off the season on a high note, securing fresh domestic orders worth Rs 10.85 billion in the transmission and distribution (T&D) segment. The win is a major boost for the company, which has built a strong presence across civil, railway, poles, and lighting infrastructure. These new contracts further cement Transrail’s standing in the T&D engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) space, aligning perfectly with its growth strategy centered on operational excellence…