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Uttar Pradesh targets 14,000 MW solar power

India, News

Uttar Pradesh is advancing its renewable energy goals by partnering with energy firms to establish floating solar power plants, aiming to reach 14,000 MW of solar power generation by 2027.  Under the ‘PM Surya Ghar Yojana’, the state targets connecting 2.5 million households to solar energy. Floating solar projects are planned for seven reservoirs, in collaboration with NTPC, Tehri Hydro Development Corporation (THDC), and Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN), according to a government official. The…

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NTPC and ONGC partner to drive renewable energy expansion in India

India, News

NTPC and ONGC are establishing a joint venture to expand into the renewable energy sector through their subsidiaries, NTPC Green Energy and ONGC Green Energy.  A 50:50 joint venture company (JVC) application has been submitted to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, advancing both companies’ commitment to renewable energy. This JVC will focus on various renewable segments, including solar, wind, energy storage, and green credits, and plans to acquire renewable energy assets.  It is also eyeing…

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LRE’s White Wing Ranch solar project in Arizona begins operations

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Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) has announced the start of commercial operations at its 179MW White Wing Ranch solar project in Yuma County, Arizona.  This project boosts LRE’s operating capacity to over 3.3GW and is the first large-scale installation of American-made First Solar Series 7 photovoltaic modules, known for enhanced efficiency and a lower carbon footprint. White Wing Ranch, spanning 1,400 acres, will supply renewable energy to the bulk electric grid via the 500kV Hoodoo Wash…

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ENGIE partners with Meta for 260MW solar project in Texas

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ENGIE North America has signed an environmental attributes purchase agreement (EAPA) with Meta to supply 260MW of renewable energy from its Sypert Branch solar project near Austin, Texas.  The solar facility, located close to Meta’s data centre in Temple, will deliver 100% of its output to Meta, advancing the tech giant’s renewable energy portfolio, which already exceeds 12GW. Set to begin operations in late 2025, Sypert Branch will contribute to ENGIE’s 8GW North American renewable…

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Crossett solar park in Arkansas begins supplying energy to Google

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Cubico Sustainable Investments has announced the start of commercial operations at Crossett Solar Park, a 132 MWdc solar PV facility in Ashley County, Arkansas.  The facility, now connected to the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) network, will supply clean energy to Google under a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA). This is Cubico’s second solar PV plant launched within a year, showcasing the company’s commitment to renewable energy. The PPA allows Google to power its Midwest…

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ACWA Power grows renewable portfolio in Africa

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ACWA Power’s Redstone Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant in South Africa has synchronized 50 MW to the national grid, with full capacity expected to reach 100 MW shortly.  Developed in collaboration with Herlogas and SEPCOIII, the Redstone CSP is set to deliver clean energy to approximately 200,000 households, significantly curbing carbon emissions. Meanwhile, the Kom Ombo Photovoltaic (PV) plant in Egypt has achieved its full production capacity of 200 MW, supplying clean energy to over…

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Andhra Pradesh govt to set up renewable energy zones

India, News

The Andhra Pradesh government has announced plans to set up Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) and a dedicated university for green energy and circular economy as part of its Integrated Clean Energy Policy (ICEP). These initiatives aim to attract large-scale investments and foster clean energy production within the state. The state will provide Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to support ultra-modern green energy power plants and has set a 20% capital subsidy (up to Rs 50 million…

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MNRE proposes ALMM expansion to include solar PV cells, raising concerns over cost and supply

India, News

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has proposed adding solar photovoltaic (PV) cells to its Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), with implementation expected by April 2026.  This new category, termed “ALMM List-II,” would mandate that all ALMM-compliant solar projects source cells from certified domestic manufacturers. Experts caution that this move could increase tariffs by 40-50 paise per unit, affecting project costs, timelines, and India’s renewable energy targets.  Industry leaders, including AMPIN…

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NTPC REL invites bids for 300 MW ISTS-connected solar project in Rajasthan

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NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL) has issued a bid invitation for the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of a 300 MW ground-mounted solar power project linked to the interstate transmission system (ISTS) near NTPC Anta in Rajasthan. The bid submission deadline is December 12, 2024, with NTPC REL funding the project through its own resources or borrowings. The project scope includes land acquisition, comprehensive design and EPC services, manufacturing, supply, transportation, and installation of…

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MEIL and BESCOM ink 618 MW solar power agreement under PM KUSUM

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MEIL Solar Energy, a subsidiary of Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Limited (MEIL), has signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) to supply solar power from 76 projects with a cumulative capacity of 618.1 MW.  These projects will operate under Component C of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) programme, following the renewable energy service company (RESCO) model. MEIL Solar Energy will construct the necessary 11 kV transmission…