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MERC and GEAPP partner to advance Maharashtra’s energy transition

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The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) and Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) have signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) to support Maharashtra’s energy transition through regulatory and policy innovations. The initiative will explore areas such as grid management, renewable energy integration, demand flexibility, energy efficiency, and tariff rationalization.  The collaboration builds on a prior partnership between GEAPP and NITI Aayog, aiming to enhance transformative actions at the state level.  MERC has recently…

Power Sector News Roundup for December 4, 2024

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Global: US imposes preliminary antidumping tariffs on Southeast Asian solar imports. JDR Cable Systems to install subsea cables for the largest US offshore wind farm. TotalEnergies and AEW secure a 300-MW solar project in Saudi Arabia. Quaise Energy partners with Nevada Gold Mines to retrofit a power plant with geothermal energy. Equinix signs a second renewable energy PPA with Sembcorp Power. PGE signs a PPA with Avangrid for a 120 MW solar project. Axpo Nordic…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 20, 2024

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Global: Neoen secures 164 MWp in French solar and agrisolar tenders Ocean Winds submits planning application for 2 GW offshore wind farm CHN Energy connects first PV units of 1 GW offshore solar project to grid Kyrgyzstan completes key infrastructure for CASA-1000 electricity project HydrogenPro and J.H.K partner for green hydrogen projects in Europe India: Omega Seiki Mobility to launch hydrogen-powered three-wheelers CERC proposes framework for carbon credit certificate trading Saatvik Green Energy to supply…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 18, 2024

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Global: Green Nation unveils plans for 750 MW Whitestone Solar Farm in the UK. B&W secures a $246 million coal-to-natural gas conversion project for AES Indiana. Alcazar Energy signs an MoU for a 2 GW onshore wind farm in Egypt. India: Trilateral power flow from Nepal to Bangladesh via India begins. NTPC and ONGC establish a joint venture for renewable energy projects. RECPDCL invites bids for transmission system development in Madhya Pradesh. Chubu Electric increases…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 14, 2024

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Global: NSW approves A$4.8bn Humelink transmission project Ramboll completes acquisition of K2 Management Capital Dynamics secures £48.5m funding for Scottish onshore wind projects Oklo signs LOIs with data centres to supply 750MW of low-carbon power Bureau Veritas acquires Versatec Energy to expand energy sector services Six nations join pledge to triple nuclear power by 2050 at COP29 rPlus Energies secures PPA with Idaho Power for 125MW Pleasant Valley Solar 2 project Orlen Group secures EIB…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 13, 2024

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Global: Ofgem approves LionLink and Nautilus pilot projects for North Sea wind interconnectors Indonesia announces plans for 75GW renewable energy expansion over 15 years MDBs pledge $120 billion for low-income nations at COP29 Nordex secures order for 19 turbines for Québec wind project Enphase Energy launches AI-powered DIY permitting on Solargraf Elcogen secures €24.9 million EU grant for hydrogen tech expansion ADB approves USD 311 million loan for Nepal’s T&D infrastructure upgrade India: Power Grid…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 12, 2024

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Global: ACCA report warns of inadequate climate preparedness among businesses. EnBW to install a 100 MW battery storage system in Marbach, Germany. ScottishPower signs £1 billion deal with Siemens Gamesa for East Anglia 2 offshore wind farm. Entrion Wind secures US patent for FRP monopile technology. SPPC awards 7.2 GW power project contracts under Saudi Vision 2030. Energy Vault to build a 57 MW battery storage project in Texas. Nexans to sell AmerCable to Mattr…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 4, 2024

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Global: IEA report forecasts US$2 trillion clean energy market growth, challenging oil industry dominance. Germany to bury nuclear waste, but toxic dispute remains unresolved. UK Government confirms rise in oil and gas headline tax alongside investment in clean energy. Asia to spend over USD 20 billion on EVs, according to a report. Moroccan government partners with Total Energies H2 for the ‘Chbika’ green hydrogen project. Blykalla and ABB partner to develop an SMR pilot facility…

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Energy Justice and the Renewable Transition: Addressing Inequities in Carbon-Intensive Regions

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The global shift towards renewable energy is crucial in mitigating climate change, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and ensuring a sustainable future. Yet, this transition is far from equitable. For carbon-intensive regions, where economies and livelihoods are tightly linked to fossil fuels, the renewable energy transition presents significant challenges. These regions face the risk of economic destabilization, job loss, and social upheaval. In this context, the concept of energy justice has emerged as a critical framework…

Institutional Infrastructure of Energy in India

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India’s energy sector is supported by a vast and multi-tiered institutional infrastructure that includes ministries, regulatory bodies, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and research institutions. These entities work together to manage, regulate, and oversee energy production, distribution, and policy implementation. Below is an overview of the key institutions involved in India’s energy landscape. Ministries Ministry of Power (MoP): The Ministry of Power is responsible for developing and managing the country’s power sector. It oversees electricity generation,…