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Utilities at the Crossroads: Tackling the Energy Transition with Real-World Solutions

As the global push towards decarbonization intensifies, the role of utilities in the energy transition becomes increasingly critical. Utilities are at the forefront of efforts to decarbonize electricity supply and electrify energy demand, collectively known as the energy transition. They are tasked with increasing the share of renewable energy in their generation mixes, modernizing networks to integrate these variable power sources, and managing the diverse power needs of industry, households, and transportation. Additionally, utilities must…

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Fortis Energy secures permits for 509.4 MW wind projects in Serbia

Fortis Energy has obtained preliminary permits for three wind projects in Serbia, totalling 509.4 MW. These projects will generate 1.5 billion kWh of renewable energy annually, enough to power 750,000 households and prevent 350,000 tons of carbon emissions each year. EMS (Elektromreža Srbija) has confirmed grid connections for Fortis’ 171 MW Vranje and 194.4 MW Gornjak wind parks, while the 144 MW Juhor wind park is still undergoing the preliminary licensing process. Wind measurements and…

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RECPDCL forms SPV for Rs 5.85 billion power evacuation project in Rajasthan

REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL) has established a project special purpose vehicle (SPV) named “Rajasthan IV 4A Power Transmission Ltd” for the development of an interstate transmission system (ISTS) scheme associated with renewable energy evacuation in Rajasthan. The SPV was incorporated on August 6, 2024, as a wholly-owned subsidiary of RECPDCL, which is serving as the bid process coordinator (BPC) for the project. The developer for the scheme will be selected through a…

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Oriana Power to build gigawatt-scale electrolyser factory in India

Oriana Power, a commercial and industrial solar manufacturer, plans to establish a gigawatt-scale factory in India to produce alkaline electrolysers and balance of plant (BOP) modules. The initiative aims to boost local manufacturing of critical renewable energy technology, support the transition to clean energy, and reduce dependency on imports. The company plans to invest between USD 25-35 million in the factory, which will be commissioned in two phases. The first phase, with an annual capacity…

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Envision secures 116 MW turbine order from Blueleaf for Madhya Pradesh project

Envision Wind Power Technologies India has secured a 116 MW wind turbine supply order from Blueleaf Energy for a co-located wind-solar hybrid power project in Madhya Pradesh. The project, set to begin construction in 2024 and complete by 2025, supports India’s renewable energy goals. The agreement involves the supply of EN-156 3.3 MW turbines. The project, part of Blueleaf Energy’s goal to deploy over 5 GW of renewable capacity in India by 2030, aims to…

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Fourth Partner Energy secures $275 million for expansion

Fourth Partner Energy Ltd (FPEL) has raised $275 million from the International Financial Corporation (IFC), Asian Development Bank (ADB), and German Investment Corporation (DEG) to support its goal of 3.5 GW renewable energy capacity by 2026. The funding breakdown includes $125 million from IFC, $100 million from ADB, and $50 million from DEG. This investment will bolster FPEL’s current 1.5 GW portfolio and help commission a 575 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Karnataka later this…

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IIT Madras launches 1 MWh lithium-ion battery storage system

The IIT Madras (IITM) Research Park has unveiled a large-scale 1 MWh lithium-ion battery storage system, which is charged using wind and solar energy, elevating the campus’s renewable energy share to 90%. Developed by the Center for Excellence in Energy & Telecommunications (CEET), this modular and ready-to-deploy battery storage system is part of the IITM Research Park’s ’10x initiative, Towards 100% Renewable Energy.’

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Rajasthan Cabinet approves JV in energy sector

The Rajasthan Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, approved establishing four joint venture companies focused on renewable and thermal power generation and transmission. The Cabinet also approved the development of metro rail projects under a joint venture with the central government, which is in line with the Metro Rail Policy 2017. Following an MoU signed with various central public sector companies on March 10, 2024, the state Cabinet approved the formation of joint ventures…

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Blueleaf Energy secures financing for 200 MW hybrid project

Blueleaf Energy has secured financing for its 200-MW wind and solar hybrid power project in Madhya Pradesh. Axis Bank will provide around USD 170 million to support the Pachora Hybrid project, Blueleaf’s first utility-scale venture in India, set to commence commercial operations in 2025. The project, located at the Pachora Inter State Transmission System (ISTS) substation, will generate over 600 GWh annually, powering approximately 110,000 households. Blueleaf has secured buyers for International Renewable Energy Certificates…

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RWE, Salzgitter Group sign 64 GWh green electricity PPA

RWE Supply & Trading and the Salzgitter Group have signed a seven-year power purchase agreement (PPA) for 64 GWh of green electricity annually, starting in 2027. The electricity will be sourced from the 180 MW Boitzenburger Land solar park in Brandenburg, one of Germany’s largest photovoltaic systems, operational since autumn 2023. The solar park, covering 170 hectares, is owned by Solarenergie Boitzenburger Land GmbH, GP JOULE Group, and Mainova AG. The park’s electricity is marketed…