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CEA plans RE-based transmission of 613 GW by 2032
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has outlined a comprehensive plan to build transmission capacity for 613 GW of renewable energy by 2032. In its latest ‘National Electricity Plan,’ the CEA projects that India’s non-fossil fuel capacity will reach 653 GW by 2031-32. This includes 385 GW from solar (with 60 GW from rooftop solar), 165 GW from wind, 62.8 GW from hydro, 19.6 GW from nuclear, 15.5 GW from biomass, and 5.4 GW from small…
UK Crown Estate launches second phase of Celtic Sea floating wind farm leasing round
The UK’s Crown Estate has initiated the second phase of its offshore wind leasing round 5, focusing on the development of floating wind farms in the Celtic Sea. This phase, which began on 8 August 2024, invites bidders to submit detailed plans for the construction of wind farms and their potential socio-economic contributions to coastal communities in South Wales and southwest England. The advancement to this phase was made possible by comprehensive environmental assessments conducted…
MNRE increases ALMM solar module capacity by 2 GW
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has increased the solar module capacity on the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) by 2,084 MW, bringing the total to 56.5 GW. New entrants include Junna Solar System (94 MW), Sun N Sand Exim (69 MW), and Powertrac Solar Projects (47 MW). Waaree Energies, RenewSys India, and Goldi Solar expanded their capacities by 1,144 MW, 495 MW, and 235 MW, respectively. Sunbond Energy, with a…
Socomec launches compact automatic transfer switching equipment
Socomec India has unveiled its latest innovation, the “ATyS a M” pre-programmed Automatic Transfer Switching Equipment (ATSE), designed for commercial establishments, high-rise buildings, industries, and sectors like healthcare and hospitality. This switch enhances power availability and safety, particularly for fire safety and emergency lighting applications. The ATyS a M, available in 25 to 63A, is 30% more compact than similar products, offering a modular design that can be mounted in any orientation. Its pre-configured controller…
Envision secures 116 MW turbine order from Blueleaf for Madhya Pradesh project
Envision Wind Power Technologies India has secured a 116 MW wind turbine supply order from Blueleaf Energy for a co-located wind-solar hybrid power project in Madhya Pradesh. The project, set to begin construction in 2024 and complete by 2025, supports India’s renewable energy goals. The agreement involves the supply of EN-156 3.3 MW turbines. The project, part of Blueleaf Energy’s goal to deploy over 5 GW of renewable capacity in India by 2030, aims to…
India’s solar installations reach 14.9 GW in first half of 2024, despite Q2 slowdown
In the second quarter (Q2) of 2024, India commissioned 5 GW of solar capacity, a significant drop of over 49% compared to the 9.9 GW installed in Q1 2024. Despite this, the first half (1H) of 2024 saw a record 14.9 GW of solar projects added, a 282% increase compared to 1H 2023, according to Mercom India’s Q2 2024 Solar Market Update. The rise in capacity is attributed to the completion of several previously delayed…