Iberdrola, through its Perseo start-up programme, has invested in Revestimientos Técnicos Sostenibles (RTS), an Andalusian company specializing in thermal insulation and anti-corrosion coatings.  The collaboration focuses on advanced materials such as cork, hollow ceramic microspheres, and aerogel for use in offshore wind structures and building renovations.  Iberdrola aims to incorporate these materials into the construction and maintenance of its offshore wind farms, enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. RTS, based in Utrera, Seville, Spain, joins Iberdrola’s...

Taiwan’s Synera Renewable Energy Group (SRE Group) and South Korea’s Moondo Wind Energy (MWE) have launched a joint venture, Moondo Offshore Wind Energy, to develop an 840 MW offshore wind farm near Geomundo Island in Yeosu City, Jeollanam-do Province.  This project marks SRE Group’s debut in South Korea and its second international venture, following its expansion into Northern Kyushu, Japan. The South Korean government has granted an electricity business license for the bottom-fixed offshore wind...

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 peak demand, playing a pivotal role in achieving the ACT’s net-zero emissions target by 2045. The project will create 200...

Avaada Aqua Batteries, a subsidiary of Avaada Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rajasthan government to establish a 1.2 GW pumped storage project (PSP) in the Sirohi district.  With a budget of Rs 58 billion, the project is expected to be completed within five to seven years. It aims to provide Round the Clock with renewable energy and enhance grid stability by integrating solar and wind power. In October 2024, Avaada...

The Ministry of Coal has commenced the 10th round of commercial coal mine auctions, offering five mines on the first day with combined geological reserves of 2,630.77 million tonnes and a peak-rated capacity of 12 million tonnes per annum. The fully explored New Patrapara South mine in Odisha was awarded to NLC India Limited. Partially explored mines in Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Odisha were allocated to Mineware Advisors, ACC Limited, Shreeji Nuravi, and JSW Energy...

KEC International Ltd. has won orders worth Rs 11.14 billion. These include: Transmission & Distribution (T&D): Orders include a 400 kV transmission line project in Oman and supply of towers, hardware, and poles in the Americas. Cables: Orders for various cables were secured for supply in both domestic and international markets. Civil: Orders were secured in the industrial segment in India, diversifying the business’s customer base. Railways: The company received an order for Metro Overhead...

Jakson Green Infinity has shipped its first batch of 3.8 MW electrolysers to power India’s inaugural green hydrogen refuelling station for urban mobility in the National Capital Region (NCR).  Manufactured at Jakson Green’s state-of-the-art Greater Noida facility, the electrolysers integrate an imported stack with indigenously designed and engineered Balance of Plant components.  The facility currently has a production capacity of 300 MW, with plans for expansion to meet growing demand. Bikesh Ogra, MD & CEO...

In recent orders, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has granted transmission licences to three projects:  Khavda Phase-IV Renewable Energy Project:CERC has granted a transmission license to POWERGRID Khavda IV-E2 Power Transmission Limited, a subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL).  The project, part of Gujarat’s Khavda Phase-IV (7 GW), will operate under the Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT) method. It includes the augmentation of transformation capacity at the Khavda Power Station...

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has commissioned the North Eastern Region Strengthening Scheme-XII (NERSS-XII) project, effective 2 November 2024.  The notification for commercial operation was received on 23 November 2024.  NERSS-XII is an interstate transmission scheme aimed at enhancing the power infrastructure in India’s North-East region. PGCIL developed the project for Rs 5.76 billion.

Relicab Cable Manufacturing has received approval from CG Power and Industrial Solutions, Nashik, to supply interconnecting control cables for POWERGRID projects with voltage ratings up to 765 kV.  The certification, valid until 13 November 2025, encompasses FRLS Armored, Unarmored, and Screened Copper Control Cables of 1.5/2.5 sq. mm, confirming compliance with POWERGRID specifications, standards, designs, and type tests. Relicab has implemented advanced IT systems to enhance inventory management, billing, and traceability, reinforcing its operational excellence...

Carbon Minus Energy Private Limited has secured contracts worth Rs 39.6 billion from Maharashtra State Power Generation Corporation (MSPGCL) and Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) for developing 904 MW of decentralized solar power projects across the state. Out of the total capacity, MSEDCL has awarded 730 MW, while MSPGCL has allocated 174 MW.  The projects are aimed at agricultural feeder-level solarization under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0, a part of...

WAPCOS Limited has been awarded a Letter of Award (LoA) worth Rs 2.3 million for consultancy services to analyze potential pumped storage project (PSP) sites in Uttar Pradesh.  The contract follows the Request for Proposal (RfP) issued by Invest UP (formerly Udyog Bandhu) in July 2024. The analysis will cover PSP sites in Chitrakoot Dham, Jhansi, Varanasi, and Vindhyachal divisions.  Key parameters for evaluation include a minimum capacity of 500 MW, six-hour peaking capacity, configuration...

THDC India Limited synchronised Unit I of the Tehri Pumped Storage Plant Project with the National Grid on November 19, 2024.  Furthermore, the coal firing was also achieved within a few hours of oil synchronisation. THDC, a joint venture (JV) of NTPC Limited and the Government of Uttar Pradesh (GoUP), is implementing the project. The Tehri PSP consists of four reversible pump turbine units of 250 MW each in Uttarakhand.

Tata Power has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.  The partnership will evaluate financing for strategic projects aimed at enhancing India’s power infrastructure and promoting renewable energy. The MoU includes projects such as a 966 MW solar-wind hybrid system, pumped hydro storage, energy transition initiatives, decarbonization, and battery storage, alongside ongoing investments to modernize Tata Power’s distribution networks.  The estimated cost of these projects...

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has signed an agreement with Fourth Partner Energy Limited (FPEL) to establish a 75 MW Solar Plant and a 43 MW Wind Power Plant in Tamil Nadu.  HMIL has a target for RE100 to transition to 100% renewable electricity across its operations by 2025, it currently sources 63% of its energy from renewables. The project involves an investment of Rs 380 million and will operate under a Group Captive Mode...

REPLUS Engitech has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green Power Monitor (GPM) to deploy advanced AI-enabled Energy Management Systems (EMS) and Power Plant Controllers (PPC) in India and global markets.  This collaboration aims to strengthen grid security, stability, and the integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with renewable energy solutions. GPM’s PPC, a sophisticated digital control system, manages active and reactive power, frequency, voltage, power factor, ramp control, and STATCOM controls. It...

JSW Energy, led by Sajjan Jindal, is set to establish a wind turbine blade manufacturing facility in Karnataka to secure a steady supply of wind turbine generators (WTGs) for its renewable energy projects.  The plant, requiring an estimated investment of $50 million, will have the capacity to assemble 400-500 turbines annually.  The facility will be built on available land at JSW Energy’s Vijayanagar site, where the company also operates a 12.5 million tpa steel plant...

NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and the New and Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP) have formed a joint venture to invest Rs 1,870 billion in renewable energy projects across Andhra Pradesh.  The partnership targets the development of 25 GW of solar, wind, and hybrid energy projects, 10 GW of pumped hydro storage, and the production of 0.5 MTPA of green hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol.  The initiative is expected to deliver financial benefits...

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) reports that transmission and transformation capacity additions in the first seven months (April-October) of FY25 have surpassed planned targets. This marks the first instance of exceeding the target in FY25. A total of 4,337 circuit kilometres (ckm) of transmission lines were added, 10% higher than the planned 4,762 ckm. Similarly, 33,265 MVA of substation capacity was achieved, surpassing the target of 30,780 MVA by 8%. Central government utilities, led by...

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has launched the Delhi Solar Portal, a single-window platform aimed at simplifying the installation of rooftop solar panels in the city.  The portal enables residents to become ‘prosumers’—power consumers who also generate surplus solar energy—while significantly reducing their electricity bills and earning financial incentives. The portal is a crucial step toward achieving the Delhi government’s target of generating 750 MW of rooftop solar energy, as outlined in the solar policy introduced...