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Seven firms win bids for 500 MW solar projects under GUVNL Phase XXV

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On December 19, 2024, Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) announced the winners of its 500 MW Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Projects under Phase XXV without energy storage systems (ESS). The successful bidders are: Drashta Green Power Limited: 10 MW at Rs 2.55 per kWh S.B.B. Mouldings Private Limited: 10 MW at Rs 2.55 per kWh Enertech Fuel Solutions Private Limited: 40 MW at Rs 2.55 per kWh Kintech Synergy Private Limited: 50 MW at…

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Martial Solren achieves financial closure for solar projects in Gujarat and Rajasthan

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Martial Solren, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mahindra Susten, has achieved financial closure for its 400 MW/560 MWp solar power projects in Gujarat and Rajasthan.  The company secured a Rs14.48 billion loan from HDFC Bank and Axis Bank for the projects. In April and June 2023, Mahindra Susten won 100 MW each under the base capacity and greenshoe capacity, quoting tariffs of Rs 2.74 per kWh and Rs 2.71 per kWh, respectively, under the 500 MW…

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Advait Energy selected for 50 MW battery storage project in Gujarat

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Advait Energy Transitions, formerly known as Advait Infratech, has been declared a qualified bidder by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) for a 50 MW/500 MWh standalone battery energy storage system in Gujarat.  This project is part of GUVNL’s Phase-IV tariff-based global competitive bidding, supported by viability gap funding, aiming to enhance energy reliability and sustainability in the region.  The project is expected to be completed within 18 months.

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INOXAP begins speciality gas supply to ReNew’s solar PV cell plant in Gujarat

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INOX Air Products (INOXAP) has commenced the supply of electronic and speciality gases to ReNew’s first solar photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturing facility in Dholera, Gujarat.  Under a long-term agreement, INOXAP provides critical gases such as nitrous oxide, ammonia, and silane through a logistics system comprising ISO containers and tube trailers owned by INOXAP. The partnership includes a comprehensive gas management solution to ensure reliable distribution and onsite handling, adhering to strict quality and safety standards. …

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APM Terminals Pipavav signs renewable energy deal with CleanMax

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APM Terminals Pipavav has entered a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Brookfield-backed CleanMax to source renewable energy from a hybrid wind-solar project in Gujarat. The hybrid project includes 3.50 MW of wind and 1.06 MWp of solar capacity under a third-party open-access model, developed in two phases. Phase one, launched in January 2022, delivered 2 MW of wind and 0.50 MWp of solar capacity. Phase two, commissioned in September 2024, added 1.50 MW of…

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RECPDCL establishes SPV for Lakadia substation capacity enhancement

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REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL) has established Lakadia B Power Transmission Limited, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) aimed at augmenting the transformation capacity of the 765/400 kV Lakadia Substation in Gujarat.  RECPDCL has been designated as the bid process coordinator to select a transmission service provider for this project through a tariff-based competitive bidding process.

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IEEFA urges Rajasthan and Gujarat to refine policies for RE transition

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Rajasthan and Gujarat, India’s leaders in renewable energy, are urged to implement policy adjustments to sustain their progress, according to a new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).  Vibhuti Garg, IEEFA’s director for South Asia, noted that while slower states need to ramp up clean energy efforts, even leading states like Rajasthan and Gujarat should monitor and fine-tune their strategies to avoid losing momentum. A notable gap identified is Rajasthan’s…

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K.P. Energy secures 1,003.7 MW EPC orders from KPI Green

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K.P. Energy, based in Gujarat, has secured engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts totalling 1,003.7 MW from its parent company, KPI Green Energy.  The projects include an 86.8 MW hybrid plant (70 MW solar and 16.8 MW wind), a 641.9 MW hybrid plant (518 MW solar and 123.9 MW wind), and a 275 MW solar plant.  These projects were awarded to KPI Green Energy through various tenders by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL).  K.P….

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RECPDCL establishes subsidiaries for ISTS projects in Gujarat, Rajasthan, and J&K

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REC Power Development & Consultancy Ltd (RECPDCL) has created three wholly-owned subsidiaries to develop interstate transmission system (ISTS) schemes across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Jammu & Kashmir. On October 25, 2024, RECPDCL incorporated Banaskantha Transco Ltd as a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to implement the “Augmentation of transformation capacity at Banaskantha (Raghanesda) PS (GIS)” project in Gujarat. The bidder selection for this ISTS scheme will be carried out through the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) mechanism. RECPDCL…