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NLC India and APDCL form JV to develop 1 GW solar projects in Assam

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NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL) and Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) have incorporated a joint venture company named “NIRL Assam Renewables Limited” to develop renewable energy (RE) projects in Assam. NIRL, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited, will hold a 51% equity stake in the JV, while APDCL will hold 49%. The joint venture will be responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of RE power projects across Assam. This move follows the…

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Senvion India to supply 52.7 MW wind turbines to Powerica for Gujarat project

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Senvion India Private Limited has secured a contract from Powerica Limited to supply 17 wind turbine generators (WTGs) for a 50 MW wind power project in Gujarat. The order includes M130 WTGs with a Hybrid Lattice Tubular (HLT) tower, each with a rated capacity of 3.1 MW. The project falls under Tranche-XVII of the Inter State Transmission System (ISTS)-connected wind power initiative. With a total capacity of 52.7 MW, Senvion will handle the supply, erection,…

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Four hydropower projects in J&K report progress amid India-Pak tension

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Jammu & Kashmir State Power Development Corporation Limited (JKSPDC) has reported physical progress across four major hydroelectric projects (HEPs) in the region. The Pakal Dul HEP has reached 66 percent physical progress. Located on the Marusudar river, a right bank tributary of the Chenab, in Kishtwar district, the reservoir-based project is being developed by Chenab Valley Power Projects Private Limited (CVPP), a joint venture between JKSPDC and NHPC Limited (49:51). The project involves an investment…

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CESHS drills Northeast India’s first geothermal production well in Dirang

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The Centre for Earth Sciences and Himalayan Studies (CESHS) has drilled a geothermal production well in Dirang. The project will be implemented in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. Dirang is located in a medium-to-high enthalpy geothermal zone with underground temperatures around 115°C. The site’s geological features allow for efficient drilling with limited environmental impact. The project is a collaboration between CESHS, the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI), Icelandic firm Geotropy ehf, and Guwahati Boring Service…

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Coal India signs MoU with UPRVUNL for 500 MW solar projects in UP

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Coal India Limited (CIL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL) on May 5, 2025, to set up 500 MW of solar power projects in Uttar Pradesh. The MoU also provides for future collaboration between CIL and UPRVUNL for additional clean energy opportunities in the state. CIL is targeting 3,000 MW of solar capacity by FY 2025–26. This target is planned to grow to 5,000 MW by…

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India and Denmark renew energy cooperation MoU

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India and Denmark have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their partnership on clean energy. This move builds on five years of collaboration and supports India’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. The original MoU, signed on June 5, 2020, was set to end in 2025. By renewing it early, both countries have ensured that their joint work continues without disruption. The new agreement goes beyond the earlier focus areas. It…

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India extends imported coal-based plant operation mandate till June 30

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The Indian government has extended its directive requiring imported coal-based (ICB) power plants to operate at full capacity until 30 June 2025. This decision comes in response to the expected high electricity demand during the summer season. The mandate, which applies to ICB plants including those operated by Adani Power, Mundra Power, and Essar Power, has been extended multiple times. It was initially valid until 28 February 2025, then extended to the end of April,…

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Evren receives USD 100 million from ALTÉRRA for 11 GW renewables in India

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Evren has received a USD 100 million investment from ALTÉRRA to develop around 11 GW of solar, wind, and battery storage projects in Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh. The investment will support the development and construction of these large-scale renewable energy assets. This is ALTÉRRA’s first direct investment in the Global South. The funding comes through the ALTÉRRA acceleration fund, in partnership with the Brookfield Global Transition Fund II and other investors. It supports India’s goal…

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Raychem RPG becomes first Indian firm to earn E3, C3, F1 certification for cast resin transformers

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Raychem RPG has become the first Indian manufacturer to earn the E3, C3, and F1 certifications for its cast resin transformers (CRTs).  The certification was awarded after rigorous testing at CESI laboratories in Italy. CESI is renowned for its advanced testing facilities, including KEMA Labs, which is known for its high-power laboratory capabilities. In a statement, Raychem RPG said the certification aligns with the IEC60076-11:2018 global standard. It represents a key step in improving safety,…

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Fortum exits India’s renewable energy market

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Fortum Oyj has exited India’s renewable energy market by selling its platform, Fortum India Pvt Ltd (FIPL), to New York-based Hexa Climate Solutions, backed by I Squared Capital. Hexa acquired 100% of FIPL, including its management company, carbon credits, and a 40-member team. The sale process, managed by EY, attracted five bidders, including Japan’s Marubeni Corp, Dutch pension fund APG, and infrastructure fund AP Moller Capital. FIPL’s portfolio includes a 206 MW solar-wind hybrid project…