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Green hydrogen projects to get 19,500 MW transmission capacity by FY30

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The “Interim ISTS Rolling Plan 2029-30,” released by Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd (CTUIL), outlines plans to build a 19,500 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS) network to supply renewable energy to upcoming green hydrogen plants by FY30. The entire 19,500 MW is expected to come online by FY28, benefiting green hydrogen and ammonia manufacturing plants in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. This transmission infrastructure, estimated to cost Rs 15.63 billion, will be implemented…

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NHPC issues tender for 1.2 GW ISTS-connected solar + energy storage system

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NHPC has launched a tender for 1.2 GW of Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS)-connected solar power projects, including a 600 MW/12,000 MWh energy storage system (ESS). The tender also includes a greenshoe option for an additional 1.2 GW capacity. The deadline for bid submissions is October 18, with the project expected to be completed within 24 to 30 months from the signing of the power purchase agreement (PPA). The project, to be developed on a build-own-operate…

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SECI issues tender for 1 GW ISTS-connected solar projects under Tranche XVIII

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The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a tender inviting bids to develop 1 GW of inter-state transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar power projects for Tranche XVIII. The deadline for bid submission is October 4, 2024. Bidders are required to submit an earnest money deposit of Rs 942,000 per MW, along with a document fee of Rs 50,000 and a non-refundable bid processing fee of Rs 20,000. Selected winners must provide a performance bank…