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India rejects Baku Finance Goal at COP29, calls it inequitable

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The COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded with the adoption of the Baku Finance Goal (BFG), which commits developed nations to mobilize $300 billion annually by 2035 and aims for $1.3 trillion in long-term climate finance for developing countries.  The agreement also finalized Article 6 negotiations, enabling high-integrity carbon markets expected to generate $1 trillion annually by 2050. India rejected the deal, deeming it inadequate and inequitable, citing its failure to meet the $1.3 trillion…

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Premier Energies subsidiaries secure Rs 10.87 billion solar contracts

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Premier Energies Global Environment Private Limited, Premier Energies International Private Limited, and Premier Energies Photovoltaic Private Limited, subsidiaries of Premier Energies Limited, have secured contracts worth Rs 10.87 billion for the supply of solar modules and cells in India as of November 25, 2024. The contracts include Rs 9.64 billion for solar modules and Rs 1.23 billion for solar cells.  Deliveries are expected to commence in January 2025.

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MoEFCC eases compliance for renewable energy projects

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The Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has simplified compliance requirements for renewable energy projects. Solar module manufacturing units, solar and wind power projects, and mini hydel projects under 25 MW are now exempt from obtaining Environmental Clearance (EC) and Consent to Establish (CTE). Additionally, projects with an EC will no longer require a separate CTE or Consent to Operate, reducing duplication in the process. A standard operating procedure will integrate CTE considerations…

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AMPIN Energy and CIP to invest USD 300 million in India’s renewable projects

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AMPIN Energy Transition has partnered with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) to invest USD 300 million in renewable energy projects across India.  This joint effort aims to establish a renewable energy asset base valued between USD 2.7 billion and USD 3 billion. Building on a USD 200 million joint equity commitment made in 2021, the collaboration highlights their focus on accelerating India’s green transformation and fostering innovation within the energy sector. AMPIN Energy Transition currently manages…

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ACME Sun Power secures Rs 37.53 billion loan from REC

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ACME Sun Power, a subsidiary of ACME Solar Holdings, has secured a Rs 37.53 billion term loan from REC Limited to develop a 320 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) project in collaboration with SJVN. The project aims to provide round-the-clock power, assisting distribution companies in meeting renewable purchase and energy storage obligations. Solar capacity will be developed in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, while wind sites are planned in Bhuj and Jam Khambhaliya, Gujarat. A power…

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Chubu Electric increases stake in OMC Power to over 35%

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Japan’s Chubu Electric has increased its investment in OMC Power, raising its stake from 20% to over 35%, becoming the largest shareholder.  This additional funding will support OMC Power in commissioning 100 MW of energy transition projects and expanding operations in India and South Africa. OMC Power currently operates over 500 clean energy plants, supplying power to telecom towers, institutional rooftops, commercial and industrial sectors, and providing power distribution to rural and underserved areas. Mitsui…

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Inox Wind secures 87 MW order from Continuum Green Energy

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Inox Wind Limited (IWL) has secured an 87 MW order from Continuum Green Energy for its 3 MW Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs). This repeat order will be executed on turnkey basis, with IWL providing multi-year operations and maintenance services post-commissioning. The projects are slated for Gujarat and Rajasthan. This addition brings Continuum’s total orders with IWL to approximately 700 MW and elevates IWL’s order book to over 3.4 GW, marking its highest level to date.  …

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India approves 50 solar parks to boost 37.5 GW renewable capacity

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The Union Ministry of Renewable Energy has approved the establishment of 50 solar parks with a combined capacity of 37.5 GW, marking a major milestone in India’s renewable energy journey.  These solar parks will be strategically placed across various states to optimize energy generation and distribution, supporting India’s goal to transition towards cleaner energy sources and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Alongside the solar parks, the government is expanding offshore wind energy projects along the…

Power Sector News Roundup for November 5, 2024

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Global: ACWA Power secures $240 million IFC loan for Uzbekistan’s RE projects HydroWing and PLN to develop Indonesia’s first tidal energy plant Huasun Energy to supply 1 GW of HJT solar modules for Power China’s offshore PV project Avantus sells Catclaw Solar and Energy Storage Project to DESRI India: Premier Energies’ subsidiaries receive orders worth Rs 5.6 billion Gensol Engineering secures Rs 7.8 billion solar EPC order in Maharashtra NTPC and ONGC partner to drive…