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India’s rooftop solar capacity grows by 1.1 GW in first half of 2024
India added 1.1 GW of rooftop solar capacity from January to June 2024, a 26% increase from the 873 MW added in the same period last year, according to a report by US-based research firm Mercom Capital. The report, titled “India Rooftop Solar Market,” highlighted that 731 MW of rooftop solar was installed in the second quarter of 2024, representing an 89% increase from 388 MW year-on-year. As of June, India’s total rooftop solar capacity…
Vale and Green Energy Park partner on green hydrogen for global steel sector
Brazilian mining giant Vale and European hydrogen company Green Energy Park (GEP) have announced a collaboration to build a green hydrogen production facility in Brazil, aiming to produce low-carbon steel. The joint venture will establish a ‘Mega Hub’ industrial complex, where international steelmakers can source and produce hot-briquette iron (HBI) using green hydrogen as the reducing agent. This initiative is expected to cut carbon emissions by 80% compared to traditional blast furnaces, which emit two…
JERA Nex and Catalyst Energy partner for clean energy deployment in US
Renewable energy firm JERA Nex has formed a strategic partnership with Catalyst Energy Partners (CEP) to accelerate clean energy deployment across the United States. This collaboration aims to develop, construct, own, and operate new utility-scale renewable energy facilities, leveraging existing grid infrastructure alongside conventional power plants. Through this partnership, JERA Nex will provide financial backing, strategic insights, and operational expertise to support CEP’s clean energy projects. CEP brings a portfolio of development-stage renewable assets and…
Adani secures 6,600 MW energy supply deal with MSEDCL
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) has issued a letter of intent to Adani Group for the long-term supply of 6,600 MW of thermal and green energy. The agreement includes 5,000 MW of solar power from Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) and 1,600 MW of thermal power from Adani Power Ltd (APL). Adani Power and AGEL will sign formal 25-year power supply agreements with MSEDCL, following a competitive bidding process. The 5,000 MW solar…
Indian Railways eyes nuclear power to boost renewable energy usage
Indian Railways is considering using nuclear power through captive units as part of its strategy to increase reliance on non-fossil fuel sources. Aiming to become a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030, the Railways expects to need 30,000 MW of renewable capacity by 2029-30 to achieve this target. Alongside nuclear power, Indian Railways is already working on commissioning solar power units, wind-based power plants, and exploring hydel power options. In each of these areas, the Railways…
NTPC and Indian Army to establish solar hydrogen microgrid in Ladakh
NTPC, in partnership with the Indian Army, is set to deploy a solar hydrogen-based microgrid at Chushul, Ladakh, aimed at providing stable, renewable power to off-grid Army locations. The 200 kW microgrid system will use hydrogen as an energy storage medium, replacing diesel generators currently operating at the remote site, situated at an altitude of 4,400 meters where temperatures can plummet to -30°C in winter. NTPC will operate and maintain the microgrid for 25 years,…