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India reinstates domestic module requirement for solar projects, sparking concerns

India, News

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has reinstated the requirement for solar projects in India to use modules from a government-approved list of domestic producers, known as the Authorized List of Manufacturers and Models (ALMM). This move mandates that Indian solar project developers purchase solar modules from these domestic companies, rather than opting for less expensive foreign suppliers. Economic Impact: The cost of solar projects in India has surged significantly due to this requirement….

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Andhra Pradesh to solarize 1,200 agricultural feeders

India, News

Special Chief Secretary for Energy, K Vijayanand, announced that Andhra Pradesh is advancing its renewable energy initiatives by solarizing approximately 1,200 agricultural feeders, which will add a solar capacity of 3,725 MW. This move aims to provide free electricity to 1.96 million agricultural consumers in the state.   Vijayanand also revealed plans to solarize all government buildings in the state by December 2025, with support from Central Public Sector Enterprises like NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited…

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Centre to impose stricter safety standards on electric construction equipment from October 2024

India, News

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is set to introduce stringent safety standards for electric construction vehicles as part of India’s green transition. Starting October 1, 2024, all-electric construction equipment, including dumpers and excavators, must comply with new safety regulations outlined in the draft amendment to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. This amendment, published on August 14, proposes the introduction of rule 125-O, which mandates adherence to Automotive Industry Standards (AIS)-174, covering…

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Delhi Airport achieves Net Zero Carbon Emission status, a first in India

India, News

On August 14, the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi became the first Indian airport to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emission status under the Airport Council International’s (ACI) Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), a subsidiary of GMR Airport Infrastructure Limited, announced that IGIA has received the prestigious Level 5 certification, recognizing its commitment to reaching and maintaining a net zero carbon balance for emissions under its control, while also…

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Expert urges Indian government to invest in hydrogen, thorium MSRs for Viksit Bharat 2047

India, News

Professor Ganapati Myneni, a Board Member of the International Symposium on Hydrogen in Matter (ISOHIM) and Director of the India Nuclear Energy Partnership has called on the Indian government to intensify efforts and provide policy support to enhance research and development (R&D), invest in hydrogen production infrastructure, and advance the development of thorium-based molten salt reactors (MSRs) to achieve the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. He highlighted the need for significant investment in green hydrogen production…

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India’s electric vehicle market to hit USD 238 billion by 2030

India, News

India’s electric vehicle (EV) market is on the cusp of a major transformation, with a projected growth to USD 238 billion by 2030. According to the latest “Electrify30: The Future of Mobility” report by Praxis Global Alliance, the nation’s EV ecosystem is expected to expand at a remarkable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 38% over the next decade. This growth is being fueled by a combination of proactive government policies, increased consumer awareness, and…

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China files WTO complaint over EU tariffs on electric vehicles

Global, News

The Chinese government has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in response to the European Union’s (EU) imposition of tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) made in China. The provisional tariffs, ranging from 17.4% to 37.6%, come on top of an existing 10% duty on Chinese auto imports. The EU argues that Chinese EV manufacturers benefit unfairly from government subsidies, enabling them to sell vehicles at artificially low prices, a claim China disputes….

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Telangana secures Rs 315 billion investment during Chief Minister’s US visit

India, News

During Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s visit to the US, the state secured investment deals worth Rs 315 billion, 19 investment deals and MoUs. Key sectors benefiting from these investments include IT, Global Capability Centers (GCC), life sciences, pharmaceuticals, data centres, AI, cloud services, electric vehicles, green energy, FMCG, and manufacturing. Major announcements in the IT sector include a new Global Capability Center by Charles Schwab and significant expansions by global IT giants Cognizant…

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India’s Emerging Carbon Market: Balancing Economic Growth with Environmental Sustainability

Analysis, Features

With the global focus increasingly shifting towards carbon pricing as a tool to combat climate change, India’s efforts to design and implement an effective carbon market could have profound implications not only for its domestic climate goals but also for the global carbon trading landscape. Carbon pricing is globally recognized as a cost-effective mechanism to internalize the environmental costs of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In its essence, carbon pricing assigns a monetary value to GHG…

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SSE begins construction of Aberarder wind farm in Scottish Highlands

Global, News

SSE has commenced earthworks for the Aberarder wind farm, a major renewable energy project in the Scottish Highlands. Located in Strathnairn near Inverness, the 50 MW wind farm will power 60,000 homes annually and displace 30,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent in its first year of operation. The project involves a £100 million investment by SSE and will feature 12 turbines supplied and installed by Vestas. The final investment decision was made in May 2024, with…