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US Bureau of Land Management progresses 6.2 GW solar projects
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is inviting public review and comments on the draft environmental impact statement and resource management plan amendment for the proposed Esmeralda 7 Solar Project in Esmeralda County. If approved, the seven adjacent solar photovoltaic projects would produce up to 6.2 GW of clean electricity, sufficient to power around 1.6 million homes, according to the EPA Calculator. The BLM evaluated the environmental effects of these projects collectively within a 118,000-acre…
Advait secures EPC contract for MVCC installation in Southern Gujarat
Advait Infratech has received a turnkey contract from Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company (DGVCL) to supply, install, and commission 11 kV 55mm² AAAC medium voltage covered conductor (MVCC) with accessories in the Southern Gujarat region. The contract is valued at Rs 203.2 million and is expected to be completed within 12 months.
PGPPL signs SPA to acquire 100 per cent stake in Deshraj Solar Energy
Purvah Green Power Private Limited (PGPPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of CESC Limited, has signed a share purchase agreement (SPA) to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Deshraj Solar Energy Private Limited. Upon completion, Deshraj Solar Energy will become a step-down subsidiary of CESC. This acquisition aligns with CESC’s strategy to expand its presence in the renewable energy sector.
Australia’s largest wind farm begins supplying power to Victoria’s grid
The 1.3GW Golden Plains wind farm, located in Rokewood, Victoria, has begun supplying renewable energy to the state’s electricity grid. As the largest wind farm in the southern hemisphere, it will generate 4,000 GWh annually, covering 9% of Victoria’s energy needs and powering 765,000 homes when fully operational. The project includes a 300MW battery to store surplus energy, ensuring reliable supply during peak demand. The wind farm’s construction created 700 jobs, with 70 permanent roles…
Amazon achieves 100% renewable energy goal ahead of schedule
Amazon has powered its operations, including data centres, with 100% renewable energy, reaching this milestone seven years ahead of its original 2030 target. The company invested billions of dollars in over 500 solar and wind projects, generating enough energy to power approximately 7.6 million US homes. This achievement is part of Amazon’s commitment to net-zero carbon by 2040. However, the company acknowledges that the rising energy demands from generative AI will require adapting its energy…
India’s engineering goods exports rise 3.66% in July on strong US, UAE demand
India’s engineering goods exports increased by 3.66% in July, reaching $9.04 billion, up from $8.72 billion in the same month last year, according to the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) of India. This growth was driven by increased shipments to key markets such as the US, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore. The rise was attributed to higher exports of electrical machinery, automobiles and auto components, and construction machinery including cranes, lifts, and winches. For the…