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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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US DOE announces $2.2 billion investment for grid modernization, $63 million for battery recycling

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has unveiled a $2.2 billion initiative to modernize the nation’s power grid, supported by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) programme. This investment will fund eight key projects across 18 states, aiming to enhance grid resilience against extreme weather, reduce community energy costs, and expand capacity for manufacturing and data centres. The comprehensive upgrade is expected to boost the grid’s capacity by 13GW, including 4,800MW…

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JSW Energy receives ‘A’ ESG rating from MSCI

JSW Energy has been awarded an ‘A’ rating for Environment, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI). Recognized globally, MSCI’s ratings serve as a crucial tool for the international investment community. This achievement positions JSW Energy among the top ranks of domestic peers in the power generation industry, underscoring its robust ESG policies. The high rating reflects the company’s effective carbon emissions management and strategic focus on renewable energy. Under its…

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Indian Energy Exchange records highest-ever trade volume in July 2024

The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) achieved its highest-ever total trade volume of 13,250 million units (MU) in July 2024, marking a 56% increase year-over-year. This total includes renewable energy certificates (RECs) and energy-saving certificates, according to an IEX statement. Electricity volumes reached 10,093 MU, a 29% increase year-over-year. RECs experienced a significant surge, with volumes hitting 3,150 MU, up by 405% compared to the previous year. Additionally, green electricity volume grew by 259%, reaching 1…

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Chinese power grids face extreme demand amid record heatwave

Power grids in Chinese provinces, including Shanghai and Zhejiang, are experiencing unprecedented demand as record temperatures exceed 40°C (104°F). State broadcaster CCTV reported temperatures as high as 43.9°C in eastern regions such as Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Shanghai, Anhui, and Xinjiang in the northwest. On August 2, Shanghai’s power grid hit a record maximum load of over 40 million kilowatts (kW) due to the heat, driving electricity consumption in the city of nearly 25 million people. This…

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Appalachian regional clean hydrogen hub receives $925M from US DOE

The Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) will receive up to $925 million over its project lifetime from the US Department of Energy (DOE). Phase 1, which started in July 2024 and will last up to 36 months, has unlocked $30 million, with the remaining funds to be released in three future phases as the hub meets DOE milestones. The phased development will span more than a decade. ARCH2 became one of the seven hydrogen…

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EuroGroup to acquire 40% stake in India’s Kumar Precision Stampings

Italian electric motor component maker EuroGroup Laminations (EGLA) is set to acquire a 40% stake in India’s Kumar Precision Stampings.   Milan-based EGLA specializes in stators and rotors, key components of electric motors and generators, supplying major automotive and industrial manufacturers, including Volkswagen, Renault, Ford, GM, and a major undisclosed U.S.-based EV maker. EGLA will invest EUR 19.9 million for the stake in Kumar, which also produces stators and rotors for various industrial applications, facilitating EGLA’s…

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Shakti Pumps receives order for 12,537 solar water pumps in Uttar Pradesh

Shakti Pumps (India) Ltd announced it has received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the Department of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh, for the supply, installation, and commissioning of 12,537 solar water pumps across the state. The contract, valued at approximately Rs 5.58 billion, was awarded under Component-B of the PM-KUSUM scheme (Phase-III). The project is to be completed within 120 days from the issuance of the letters of proceed. Under Component-B of the PM-KUSUM Scheme, individual…

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Iberdrola receives approval for El Escudo Wind Farm construction in Spain

Iberdrola has received approval to commence preliminary construction of the El Escudo wind farm in Cantabria, Spain. The project, led by local firm Biocantaber, in which Iberdrola España holds a stake, aims to enhance Spain’s renewable energy capacity. With a planned capacity of 101 MW, El Escudo will generate enough energy to power 95,300 households annually and prevent the emission of 45,000 metric tons of CO₂ each year. The project represents a EUR 120 million…

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Enagas receives approval for Spanish section of H2med hydrogen pipeline

Grid operator Enagas has received provisional approval from the Spanish Government to develop the Spanish section of the trans-European H2med hydrogen pipeline and related infrastructure projects. The H2med project, in collaboration with Spain, France, Germany, and Portugal, includes interconnections, an underwater pipeline between Spain and France, and hydrogen storage facilities. Enagas will work with operators GRTgaz, Terega, OGE, and REN. The total cost of Spain’s hydrogen portfolio is expected to be EUR 4.9 billion, with…