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MNRE expands solar ALMM list to 91,458 MW

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has expanded the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) by adding 742 MW of solar module manufacturing capacity. With this update, the cumulative capacity under the ALMM has reached 91,458 MW. Two new companies, Nithin Sai Renewables (473 MW) and Worldone Energies (164 MW), have joined the list, contributing a combined 637 MW. Several existing manufacturers have also revised their capacities. Swelect HHV Solar Photovoltaics added…

Power Sector News Roundup for July 1, 2025

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Global: South Korea to dismantle Kori-1, its first nuclear decommissioning India: NTPC REL begins full commercial operation of 325 MW solar project in MP MCL to invest Rs 649 billion in clean and thermal energy NHPC and IOCL sign MoU to develop renewable energy projects NTPC commissions 142 MW solar and 146 MW hybrid capacity in Gujarat’s Khavda NLC India secures 450 MW hybrid project under NTPC tender NTPC commissions Unit 3 of Barh Stage-I…

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Power Ministry launches task force to build India Energy Stack

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The Ministry of Power has launched a dedicated task force to design the India Energy Stack (IES), a new digital public infrastructure aimed at transforming the power sector.  Announced by Hon’ble Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, the India Energy Stack will address long-standing gaps in data fragmentation and integration across the power sector. With rising renewable energy, electric vehicles, and decentralised generation, the sector faces increasing complexity. IES seeks to provide a unified solution….

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MNRE revises Waste to Energy guidelines to ease project execution

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On June 27, 2025, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) issued new guidelines under its Waste to Energy (WTE) Scheme, simplifying the process for projects converting waste into biogas, BioCNG, syngas, or power. These revisions update the earlier versions released in 2018, 2020, and 2022. Revised performance testing norms WTE plants must now demonstrate continuous operation for 24 hours at 80% of rated or maximum CFA-eligible capacity to qualify for full Central Financial…

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Bondada Engineering sets up GreenBond RE Park to expand in renewables

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Bondada Engineering Limited has incorporated a new wholly owned subsidiary, GreenBond RE Park Private Limited, to strengthen its presence in the renewable energy sector. The new entity was registered on June 24, 2025, with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It has an authorised and paid-up capital of Rs 100 million.   GreenBond RE Park will focus on generating, storing, transmitting, and distributing electricity from both conventional and non-conventional sources. These include solar, wind, hydro, biomass,…

Power Sector News Roundup for June 26, 2025

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Global: DGPC signs MoU with B.Grimm to develop renewable energy in Bhutan India: Servotech and Solarium secure rooftop solar contracts India opens EV manufacturing scheme portal to attract global players Adani to invest up to USD 20 billion yearly for 100 GW by 2030 L&T raises Rs 5 billion via India’s first ESG bonds, wins USD 50 million contract Maharashtra to cut electricity tariffs by 26% over five years: CM Fadnavis SECI and MAHAPREIT sign…

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Servotech and Solarium secure rooftop solar contracts

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Servotech Renewable Power System Limited has secured a contract worth Rs 600 million from Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (MPUVNL) for setting up 16 MW of grid-connected rooftop solar projects across the state. The award was made on 24 June 2025. The project scope includes design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and insurance of rooftop solar systems ranging from 1 kW to 500 kW. The systems will be connected to existing power infrastructure, following…

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SECI and MAHAPREIT sign MoU to develop RE projects for C&I consumers

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The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on renewable energy (RE) power projects across India. Under the agreement, both entities will work together to identify suitable land and develop the necessary grid-connectivity infrastructure. The projects will be located in Maharashtra and other states, aiming to supply power to commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers nationwide. MAHAPREIT, a…

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Power Ministry guidelines for designating a company as REIA

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The Ministry of Power has released new guidelines to designate Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs). These agencies will handle power procurement from solar, wind, hybrid, and energy storage projects. To qualify as a REIA, a company must be registered under the Companies Act, 2013. It must also hold a Category-I power trading license from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), have a net worth above Rs 500 crore, and maintain a credit rating of A…

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Power Ministry amends bidding rules for renewable energy procurement

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On June 25, 2025, the Ministry of Power issued amendments to the guidelines for Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) for procuring power from grid-connected renewable energy projects. The revised norms apply to solar, wind, wind-solar hybrid, and firm dispatchable power projects with energy storage. The changes were shared through a formal communication to stakeholders, including the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Central Electricity Authority (CEA), and state electricity regulatory commissions. Stakeholders have until…