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Patel Engineering emerges L1 for Renukaji Dam Package-1
By February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Patel Engineering Limited (PEL) has been declared the lowest bidder (L1) by Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) for Package-1 of the Renukaji Dam Project, valued at Rs 910.08 crore including GST, the company announced on February 23, 2026. The project is located at Village Dadahu in Tehsil Renuka, District Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, and is scheduled for completion within 30 months. The contract adds to PEL’s portfolio in hydropower and irrigation infrastructure. The scope of…

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ZFI and Waaree sign EAAS deal for 2.5 MW electrolyzer, plan 50 MW expansion
By February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Zero Footprint Industries Ltd (ZFI) and Waaree Clean Energy Solutions Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Waaree Energies Limited, have signed an Electrolyzer as a Service (EAAS) agreement for a 2.5 MW alkaline electrolyzer system, along with a strategic memorandum of understanding for an additional 50 MW of electrolyzer capacity through the same model. The agreements were announced on February 23, 2026. The agreements cover equipment supply for ZFI’s green hydrogen expansion project in…

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GREW Solar secures 500 MW PV module supply order
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

GREW Solar has secured an order to supply 500 MW of high-efficiency solar photovoltaic (PV) modules from a leading power developer in India. The company will deliver its M10R and G12R module series for upcoming utility-scale solar projects across multiple locations. The modules are designed to deliver higher efficiency, reliability, and performance under varied operating conditions. GREW Solar currently operates a 6.5 GW PV module manufacturing facility in Rajasthan and plans to expand capacity to…

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Chhattisgarh plans 32,100 MW capacity addition with Rs 3.4 trillion investment
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

The Chhattisgarh government has outlined a plan to add 32,100 MW of thermal, nuclear, solar and pumped storage capacity, along with transmission upgrades and battery storage deployment, positioning the state as a major energy hub. The state has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) for 32,100 MW of new capacity with proposed investments of about Rs 3.4 trillion, according to State Energy Secretary Dr Rohit Yadav. The pipeline includes 12,100 MW of thermal capacity, 4,200 MW…

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Enerparc launches power trading arm EPTPL in India
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Enerparc has launched Enerparc Power Trading Private Limited (EPTPL) as part of its expansion into India’s power trading segment. The company said the new subsidiary will support industrial consumers in optimising power procurement and managing price volatility in a changing electricity market. The renewable energy generation and infrastructure company established EPTPL to provide market access solutions for both buyers and sellers. The subsidiary will help industries procure electricity more efficiently while enabling generators to sell…

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States advance unevenly in electricity transition: SET 2026 report
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

India’s 21 largest states are advancing toward clean electricity, but performance varies across key reform areas, according to the Indian States’ Electricity Transition (SET) 2026 report. The analysis finds no state leads across all three dimensions: decarbonisation, power system readiness, and market enablers. The third edition of the report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and Ember evaluates state performance during the 2024–2025 financial year (FY), covering states that account for…

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US duty triggers sell-off in Indian solar stocks
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Indian solar stocks declined sharply on February 25, 2026 after the US Commerce Department imposed a preliminary countervailing duty (CVD) of 125.87% on solar cell and module imports from India. Following the announcement, manufacturers including Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Limited, Waaree Energies Limited, and Premier Energies Limited issued statements indicating limited immediate impact on their business operations. The duty, which took effect immediately and requires US importers to provide cash deposits, led to broad sector declines….

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Maharashtra approves renewable energy and storage policy 2025-2035
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

The Maharashtra state cabinet has approved the Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy 2025-2035, establishing a framework to integrate energy storage with renewable generation to manage intermittency and strengthen grid reliability. The policy introduces Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) capable of storing generated energy for up to four hours for later use. The measure targets supply disruptions linked to weather variability, outages, and geopolitical factors. Officials stated that this is the first initiative in…

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Saatvik Green secures Rs 87 crore solar module order
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Saatvik Green Energy Limited has received and accepted an order worth Rs 87.10 crore from a reputed independent power producer (IPP) or engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) player for the supply of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. The company disclosed the development in a regulatory filing dated February 25, 2026. The order has been awarded by a domestic entity and is commercial in nature. Execution is scheduled for completion by March 2026, according to details in…

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NTPC Green commissions 50 MW of Dayapar wind project
By February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

NTPC Green Energy Limited has commissioned the first 50 MW phase of its 200 MW Dayapar Wind Energy Project Phase II in Gujarat. The capacity was declared commercially operational effective from 00:00 hours on February 26, 2026. The project is being developed by NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NREL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy. According to a regulatory filing dated February 25, 2026, the commissioning increases the total installed capacity of the NTPC…

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