Similar Posts
CERC’s proposed deviation rules may impact renewable project profitability
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) released the draft in September 2025, proposing tighter controls under the Deviation Settlement Mechanism for wind and solar producers. The framework aims to narrow the gap between scheduled and actual generation, with a revised calculation method taking effect in April 2026. The tolerance margin would then decrease each year…
CEA issues procedure for verifying captive status of generating plants across states
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has introduced a new procedure to verify the captive status of generating plants where the Captive Generating Plant (CGP) and its users are in different states. Effective from FY 2024-25, this procedure ensures compliance with Rule 3 of the Electricity Rules, 2005, as amended on September 1, 2023. The guidelines…
India’s climate policies set to cut 4 billion tonnes of CO2 by 2030: Report
India’s climate policies are on track to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by around four billion tonnes from 2020 to 2030, leading to a 24% drop in coal-based power generation, according to a report by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW). This projection surpasses India’s COP26 commitment to reduce emissions by one billion tonnes…
Kangra district to establish model solar village under Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Scheme
Kangra Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa announced the creation of a model solar village as part of the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme. This village will act as a prototype for sustainable energy solutions, reflecting Kangra’s commitment to green energy. Villages with over 2,000 residents and strong involvement in non-conventional energy practices are eligible,…
Jindal Stainless commissions 30.34 MWp solar projects in Odisha
Jindal Stainless Limited (JSL) has successfully commissioned rooftop and floating solar power projects with a cumulative capacity of 30.34 MWp at its manufacturing plant in Jajpur, Odisha. The projects were commissioned on April 22, 2025, with 23.02 MWp from rooftop solar systems and 7.32 MWp from a floating solar plant. AB Energia Solutions Private Limited…
Adani commissions India’s first off-grid green hydrogen pilot plant
Adani New Industries Ltd (ANIL) has announced the commissioning of India’s first off-grid green hydrogen pilot plant in Kutch, Gujarat. The 5 MW facility is fully powered by solar energy and integrated with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), allowing it to operate independently of the grid. The plant features a fully automated, closed-loop electrolyzer…
