KPI Green Energy has received a letter of award (LoA) for the development of a 66.20 MW hybrid power project from Sai Bandhan Infinium. The project will be executed under the company’s captive power producer (CPP) segment, with completion expected by July 2025 in multiple phases.
A research team from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar has created a solar-powered microwave pyrolysis reactor capable of recovering valuable resources from both segregated and mixed waste, including biomass and plastics. The reactor uses microwave-assisted pyrolysis to quickly convert waste into valuable products like biochar and bio-oil, depending on the feedstock and conditions. Current solid waste management methods, such as incineration, biogas production, and landfilling, have limited recycling potential and often result in…
RWE has partnered with TotalEnergies to develop two offshore wind projects with a combined capacity of 4GW off the coast of Germany. TotalEnergies will acquire a 50% equity stake in both projects, marking a significant collaboration in renewable energy. The projects, identified as N-9.1 and N-9.2, are located between 110km and 115km northwest of Borkum Island. Each site has a potential capacity of 2GW. Investment decisions are expected in 2027 for N-9.1 and 2028 for…
India is ramping up its tunnelling infrastructure with 69 tunnels covering 134 km currently under construction, backed by a Rs 400 billion investment, as announced by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, at FICCI’s Tunnelling India conference. Additionally, 35 tunnels totalling 49 km have been completed, with Rs 150 billion spent. The government plans to build 74 more tunnels spanning 273 km, with a projected investment of Rs 1,000 billion. Gadkari stressed…
Zetwerk Manufacturing has won an order from NTPC to manufacture and supply 1,515 MWp of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, including spares, for the 1,200 MW Khavda solar project. The contract, valued at Rs 25 billion, is Zetwerk’s second major order from NTPC. This deal highlights Zetwerk’s reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solar solutions. The company has previously worked with JSW Energy, Teesta Solar, Continuum Energy, and more. In addition to domestic projects, Zetwerk…
Georgia Power has received $160 million from the US Department of Energy (DOE) under the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) programme to enhance the resilience and efficiency of Georgia’s power grid. This funding, part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to lower investment costs for customers and boost grid flexibility, ensuring communities have reliable and affordable electricity. The grant will support various projects across Georgia, aiding the state’s transition to cleaner energy and the…
Aravinda Electricals Infra has emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) for a project by Power Transmission Corporation of Uttarakhand (PTCUL). The project involves constructing a 220 kV Gas-insulated Substation (GIS) in Ghansali. The company’s quoted bid value is Rs 1.73 billion.
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