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Maharashtra to cut electricity tariffs by 26% over five years: CM Fadnavis
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Construction begins on ACT’s 250 MW Williamsdale BESS
The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) government and Eku Energy have commenced construction of the Williamsdale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), a 250 MW/500 MWh project under the ACT Government’s Big Canberra Battery initiative. Scheduled to begin operations in 2026, the BESS will store enough renewable energy to power one-third of Canberra for two hours during…
India completes concept design of Bharat Small Modular Reactor
India has completed the concept design of the Bharat Small Modular Reactor (BSMR), moving it closer to deployment. Following approval, the reactor is expected to be constructed within 72 months. BSMRs are modified versions of India’s 200 MWe pressurised heavy water reactors (PHWRs). They will use slightly enriched uranium as fuel and are being developed…
Adani Power plans 30,000 MW nuclear capacity
Adani Power Limited (APL) is planning to develop 30,000 MW of nuclear power capacity, aiming to replace its thermal power projects (TPPs) with nuclear power projects (NPPs). The TPPs will be phased out as their power purchase agreements (PPAs) conclude. The coal-to-nuclear transition is gaining traction globally, with small modular reactors (SMRs) seen as a…
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India’s coal production rises to 86.24 MT in May 2025
India’s coal production rose to 86.24 million tonnes (MT) in May 2025, up from 83.96 MT in May 2024, reflecting steady growth in the sector. The Ministry of Coal attributed this to its focus on ensuring stable supply and operations. Captive and commercial mines produced 16.93 MT during May 2025, a sharp increase from 13.83…
