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A new International Energy Agency (IEA) report highlights Southeast Asia’s potential to use renewable energy to meet rapidly growing electricity demand. In 2024, regional electricity consumption rose by over 7%, nearly double the global average, and is expected to double again by 2050 due to urbanisation, industrial growth, and higher living standards. The region is…
LG Electronics India signs 25-year solar PPAs for 20.8 MWp capacity
LG Electronics India has locked in long-term renewable energy supply for two of its manufacturing facilities, signing 25-year solar power purchase agreements with Hinduja Renewables and Sunsure Energy, totalling 20.8 MWp of contracted capacity. Under the arrangement, Hinduja Renewables will supply power from its 27.7 MWp solar plant in Nanded, Maharashtra. Of this, 9.8 MWp…
J&K’s new hydro policy faces pressure from expanding solar footprint
As Jammu & Kashmir prepares a new policy to promote small hydroelectric projects, energy experts are raising concerns about the long-term viability of such investments amid the rapid growth of solar power across the region, according to a report by local news outlet Ziraat Times. The proposed hydro policy focuses on micro and mini hydropower…
CEA proposes framework for states to monetise intra-state transmission assets
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a proposal outlining how states can monetise their existing intra-state transmission networks. The plan seeks to ease the funding gap of more than Rs 9.16 lakh crore identified in the National Electricity Plan (Transmission) 2032, as over half of India’s transmission capacity addition is expected to take place…
India | Leadership | NewsNHPC appoints Diwakar Nath Misra as Government Nominee Director
NHPC Limited has appointed Shri Diwakar Nath Misra as Government Nominee Director on its Board with effect from May 14, 2026. The appointment follows an order issued by the Ministry of Power (MoP) dated May 14, 2026. Shri Misra replaces Shri Mohammad Afzal and will serve until further orders. Shri Misra currently serves as Additional…
Four firms win bids for 250 MW wind projects under GUVNL Phase-IX
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