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Adani Total Gas begins blending green hydrogen in natural gas for Ahmedabad households

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Adani Total Gas (ATGL) has started blending 2.2-2.3% green hydrogen with natural gas for household cooking in Shantigram, Ahmedabad. This initiative, part of ATGL’s joint venture with Total Energies, will provide hydrogen-blended natural gas to 4,000 domestic and commercial consumers, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company plans to gradually increase the blend to 5% and eventually 8%, expanding supply beyond Shantigram to other areas of Ahmedabad and beyond. ATGL joins other Indian firms like NTPC…

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Bharat Electronics secures additional orders exceeding Rs 5 billion

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Bharat Electronics (BEL) has received additional orders worth over Rs 5 billion since its last disclosure on 11 September 2024. The new orders include EMI shelters, AMC for Integrated Air Command and Control System nodes, gun system upgrades, radar spares, and communication systems. With these, BEL’s total orders for the current financial year now stands at Rs 76.89 billion. BEL, a public sector unit, specializes in designing and manufacturing products across defence sectors such as…

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Jakson Green secures Rs 40 billion to expand renewable energy capacity

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Indian clean energy firm Jakson Green has raised Rs 40 billion (USD 476 million) to expand its renewable energy portfolio. The funds will support the addition of 1GW of capacity by 2026, with a current installed base of 250MW. Joint Managing Director Krishnan Kannan said the investment, comprising 75% debt and 25% equity, will be secured by November. Jakson Green aims to add 1 GW annually over the next five years. The company has already…

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NPCIL to operate 220 MW small nuclear reactors for private players

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For the first time, the Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL) will operate 220 MW small nuclear reactors for private players. Private companies will provide funding and land, while NPCIL will manage the plants, according to a PTI report. Developments are expected by late 2024 or early 2025, with no amendments required to the Atomic Energy Act (AEA), 1962, which grants exclusive authority to the government over atomic energy. India is working on adapting its…

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NGEAL invites bids for 25 MW/100 MWh BESS project in Assam

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The New and Green Energy of Assam Limited (NGEAL) has floated a tender for the supply, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of a 25 MW/100 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the 400 kV Kurkurmara (Mirza) grid substation in Kamrup district, Assam. The last date for bid submission is November 25, 2024. Bidders must submit a bid security of Rs 10 million and a document fee of Rs 23,600. The project must be completed…

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MAHAPREIT invites bids for 3.2 MW distributed solar project in Maharashtra

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Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology (MAHAPREIT) has issued a tender for 3.2 MW of distributed solar power, which will supply energy to Chandrapur Zilla Parishad in Maharashtra. The project, estimated at Rs 23.01 million, must be commissioned within 360 days from the work order date. Bids must be submitted by October 11, 2024. The scope of work includes design, engineering, supply, and commissioning with net metering, along with operation and maintenance for five…

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Juniper, ACME, Sembcorp win SECI’s 600 MW Wind-Solar Auction

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Juniper Green Energy, ACME Solar Holdings, and Sembcorp Green Infra have won Solar Energy Corporation of India’s (SECI) auction to develop 600 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind-solar hybrid projects (Tranche IX). ACME secured 300 MW at a tariff of Rs 3.25 per kWh, while Juniper and Sembcorp were awarded 150 MW each, with Sembcorp’s tariff at Rs 3.26 per kWh. The tender, originally floated for 400 MW, was expanded to 600 MW. According…

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Henkel India partners with CleanMax to reduce emissions

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Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited (Henkel India) has partnered with CleanMax to reduce absolute emissions through a captive solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). The solar power project, located in Maharashtra, will be owned and operated by CleanMax and will supply solar power to Henkel India’s Kurkumbh and Thane manufacturing sites. This partnership will lead to annual carbon savings of over 4,500 tonnes at these sites. Henkel India is also setting a Net-Zero pathway for…

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Purvah Green to acquire Bhojraj Renewables

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Purvah Green Power, a subsidiary of Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation (CESC), has signed a binding term sheet to acquire 100% of Bhojraj Renewables Energy. The acquisition, valued at up to Rs 1.08 billion, will support the development of a 300 MW wind energy project and a 150 MW solar energy project. Bhojraj Renewables will handle land acquisition and secure permits and approvals, with the entire process expected to be completed within nine months. Purvah Green…

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AESL incorporates subsidiary to explore international transmission projects

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Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) has established a wholly owned subsidiary, Adani Energy Solutions Global Limited (AESGL), with an initial share capital of USD 27,000, divided into 27,000 shares at USD 1 per share.  AESL holds 100% ownership of AESGL, which aims to explore new business opportunities in transmission projects outside India.