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AM Green Ammonia achieves final investment decision for Kakinada green ammonia project

India, News

AM Green Ammonia B.V. has reached a Final Investment Decision (FID) for its inaugural million-ton green ammonia project in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India. The company aims to achieve a production capacity of 5 million tons per annum (MTPA) of green ammonia by 2030, equivalent to about 1 MTPA of green hydrogen. Alongside its founders, AM Green Ammonia counts Gentari and GIC as its shareholders. The project, which involves a green hydrogen generation unit and its…

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Andhra Pradesh to become energy-efficient state, says CM Naidu

India, News

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced plans to transform Andhra Pradesh into the most energy-efficient state in India. In a meeting with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) CEO Vishal Kapoor and other officials at the State Secretariat, Naidu outlined several initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency across various sectors. The discussions focused on distributing energy-efficient household appliances to homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and providing e-cycles and energy-efficient appliances to government…

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NCT approves six new projects worth Rs 96.7 billion

India, News

The National Committee on Transmission (NCT) recently recommended six interstate transmission system (ISTS) schemes with a total project outlay of nearly Rs 96.7 billion, to be implemented under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) mechanism. These schemes aim to enhance India’s power transmission infrastructure across various states. The first scheme focuses on developing a transmission system to supply power to green hydrogen and ammonia manufacturing in the Kandla area of Gujarat, with a planned capacity of…

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Report: July 2024 Power sector installed capacity overview

Analysis, India, News

As of July 31, 2024, India’s total installed capacity for power generation reached 448,381.44 MW, covering various energy sources across different sectors and regions. The breakdown includes thermal power, which accounts for 242,996.91 MW, primarily derived from coal, lignite, gas, and diesel sources. Hydropower contributes 8,180 MW, covering major hydroelectric plants across the nation. Renewable energy sources (RES), which include solar, wind, biomass, and small hydro projects, account for 47,928.17 MW. Nuclear power adds another…

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Energiekontor secures permits for 116 MW wind park projects in Germany

Global, News

German solar and wind park developer Energiekontor has obtained building permits for three wind park projects in Lower Saxony, Germany, with a combined generation capacity of approximately 116MW. Construction on these projects is set to begin shortly and they are expected to participate in the upcoming EEG (Renewable Energy Sources Act) tender by the Federal Network Agency in November 2024. In addition to these new projects, Energiekontor is preparing for the financial close of several…

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Victoria’s new decarbonisation plan targets 8.5 GW energy storage by 2035

Global, News

The government of Victoria, Australia, has unveiled a new decarbonisation plan aiming to boost energy storage capacity to 8.5 GW by 2035, up from the current 537 MW. This initiative is part of the state’s “Cheaper, Cleaner, Renewable: Our Plan for Victoria’s Electricity Future” roadmap, which seeks to increase renewable energy to 65% by 2030 and 95% by 2035. Currently, renewables account for around 38% of Victoria’s power. The plan predicts a 50% rise in…

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California establishes centralized strategy for clean energy procurement

Global, News

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has introduced a centralized procurement strategy to boost clean energy, aiming to secure up to 10.6 GW of long-duration energy resources. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) will handle procurement, targeting 7.6 GW of offshore wind, 1 GW of geothermal energy, 1 GW of multi-day long-duration energy storage, and 1 GW of long-duration energy storage with at least a 12-hour discharge period. The CPUC chose these technologies for…

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India’s power demand to grow by 15 GW annually

India, News

India’s power demand is set to increase at a rate of 15 GW per year over the next six years, up from 11 GW per year over the past decade, according to Srikant Nagulapalli, Additional Secretary for Power. Speaking at an Industry Conclave organized by IEEMA, Nagulapalli highlighted that by 2030, an additional 85 GW of demand will be added during solar hours, with more than 90 GW added to peak demand during non-solar hours….

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Tamil Nadu plans small hydropower projects on major rivers

India, News

The Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation (TNGEC) is planning to set up small hydropower plants on major rivers such as Cauvery and Vaigai, as well as smaller rivers like Adyar and Cooum, which will utilize the run-off water during the monsoon season. This initiative is part of the state’s new small hydropower policy. TNGEC plans to conduct feasibility studies on various riverbeds for hydropower plants with capacities ranging from 100 kW to 10 MW. These…

Why Green Hydrogen Struggles to Find Buyers

Power 101

Green hydrogen has emerged as a promising solution for achieving deep decarbonization across various industries. Despite its potential, the market for green hydrogen remains relatively underdeveloped, with only a handful of buyers actively committing to its use. This hesitancy can be traced back to several interconnected challenges, including high production costs, inadequate infrastructure, and uncertain regulatory environments. Here’s a detailed analysis of these barriers and their impact on the green hydrogen market. The High Cost…