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Sumitomo and CEP Solar to deliver 1.5GW of clean energy projects in Virginia

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Sumitomo Corporation, through its Sumitomo Corporation of Americas and Perennial Power Holdings, has partnered with CEP Solar to develop over 1.5GW of solar and battery storage assets in Virginia, US.  This joint venture will combine CEP Solar’s local expertise with Sumitomo’s project finance capabilities, accelerating the expansion of renewable energy in the region. Construction is expected to begin in late 2025. Takuya Yoshizawa, president of Perennial Power Holdings, highlighted that the partnership enhances geographic diversity…

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Australia’s largest wind farm begins supplying power to Victoria’s grid

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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…

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MoP unveils National Electricity Plan for transmission

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The Ministry of Power (MoP) has launched the National Electricity Plan for transmission, targeting the transmission of 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030 and over 600 GW by 2032. The plan also addresses the need for 47 GW of battery energy storage systems and 31 GW of pumped storage plants. From 2022-23 to 2031-32, the plan aims to add over 191,000 circuit km of transmission lines and 1,270 GVA of transformation capacity at 220…

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Swedish firm OX2 buys 1GW onshore wind project in Australia

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Renewable energy developer OX2 has acquired its first onshore wind project in Western Australia, with a planned capacity of 1GW. Located north of Perth, the project is in the early development stages and will include a 100MW battery energy storage system. The acquisition involves collaboration with 20 landowners, and the original developers will continue to oversee the approval process alongside OX2. This acquisition is part of OX2’s strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio in…

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MNRE launches ‘Innovative Projects’ scheme under PM-Surya Ghar

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced Scheme Guidelines for ‘Innovative Projects’ under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, as notified on October 8, 2024. This initiative aims to foster advancements in rooftop solar technologies, business models, and integration techniques with a budget of Rs 50 billion. The scheme will support startups, institutions, and industries in piloting new concepts such as blockchain-based peer-to-peer solar trading, smart materials, and solar integration with electric…