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Over 55 governments back framework to expand pumped storage hydropower
By September 11, 2025September 11, 2025

A new framework to accelerate pumped storage hydropower has received support from more than 55 governments and international organisations. The move aims to strengthen clean energy systems globally. The Global Alliance for Pumped Storage (GAPS), which was created at COP29 in Baku, confirmed the adoption of its governing Principles at the International Forum on Pumped Storage in Paris, France. The Principles highlight pumped storage hydropower as crucial for energy systems that are flexible, secure, and…

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ANDRITZ wins order for Adani’s Gandikota pumped storage plant
By September 5, 2025October 29, 2025

ANDRITZ has been awarded a contract by Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) to provide equipment for the 1,800 MW Gandikota pumped storage plant (PSP) in YSR Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. The company will deliver reversible pump turbines, motor-generators, and related electromechanical systems. This marks the third order AGEL has given ANDRITZ, following the 500 MW Chitravathi project in 2023 and the 1,500 MW Tarali project in June 2025. The contract value is reported in the…

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Power Ministry issues clarification on appraisal of hydro and pumped storage DPRs
By September 3, 2025October 29, 2025

The Ministry of Power has issued an office memorandum outlining the appraisal process for Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of hydro and pumped storage projects that do not require concurrence from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The memorandum clarifies that DPRs submitted to the CEA before the exemption took effect may still be reviewed if requested by developers. Projects submitted after the change can also be appraised by the CEA on request. For such cases, the…

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Sharavathi hydro project gets wildlife nod despite ecological concerns
By August 4, 2025August 4, 2025

A 2,000 MW pumped hydroelectric project proposed by Karnataka Power Corporation Ltd (KPCL) has secured in-principle wildlife clearance, despite facing sustained resistance from local communities and ecologists. The Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project is located between the Talakalale and Gerusoppa reservoirs in Karnataka’s Western Ghats. The project area overlaps with the Sharavathi Lion-Tailed Macaque Wildlife Sanctuary and its eco-sensitive zone. It will require 14 kilometres of underground tunnels and a subsurface pump house, impacting over 100…

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Andhra Pradesh scraps two Adani PSP projects
By July 30, 2025August 20, 2025

The Andhra Pradesh government has cancelled two pumped storage power (PSP) projects allotted to Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) in Parvathipuram Manyam district. The decision follows AGEL’s request, which cited border disputes with Odisha as a major obstacle to project development. The cancelled projects are the 1,200 MW Kurukutti and 1,000 MW Karrivalasa PSPs. AGEL also requested that facilitation fees already paid be refunded or adjusted toward its remaining PSP allocations in Pedakota and Raiwada….

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Maharashtra signs MoU for 240 MW Tillari PSP with Warana group
By July 9, 2025July 9, 2025

The Government of Maharashtra has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shree Tatyasaheb Kore Warana Sahakari Navashakti Nirman Sanstha Limited (STKWNSL) to develop a 240 MW pumped storage project at Tillari Dam in Sindhudurg district. The project will be implemented at an estimated cost of Rs 10.08 billion. The agreement was signed on July 3, 2025. The cooperative is focused on hydropower development. Its portfolio includes six small hydroelectric projects in Kolhapur district. These…

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THDC begins commercial operation process for second unit of Tehri PSP
By July 8, 2025July 8, 2025

THDC India Limited (THDCIL) has initiated the commercial operation date (COD) process for the second unit of its Tehri Pumped Storage Plant (PSP) in Uttarakhand. The 250 MW unit is part of the 1,000 MW Tehri PSP project. The milestone was virtually inaugurated by Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Power. The Tehri PSP is India’s first variable speed pumped storage facility. It is also the largest pumped storage project implemented by a central public…

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EAC reviews hydro and pumped storage projects worth over Rs 37,500 crore
By July 3, 2025July 3, 2025

The Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) reviewed several hydroelectric and pumped storage projects in its latest 32nd meeting. The committee examined proposals related to environmental clearance, forest diversion, amendments, and Terms of Reference (ToR). Bhavali Pumped Storage Project (1500 MW), Maharashtra JSW Energy PSP Two Limited proposed this Rs 89.64 billion project across Thane and Nashik districts. The project had earlier been reviewed in two previous…

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THDC to supply 184 MW power to Gujarat from Tehri pumped storage
By June 30, 2025June 30, 2025

THDC India Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) and a power purchase agreement with the Government of Gujarat and Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL). The deal covers the supply of 184.08 MW of clean power from the Tehri pumped storage project (PSP) in Uttarakhand. The agreement aims to support Gujarat’s peak electricity needs and improve the integration of renewable energy into the state grid. The Tehri PSP will play a key role…

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Andritz to supply E&M systems for Adani’s 1,500 MW Tarali PSP
By June 18, 2025July 16, 2025

Andritz has secured a contract from Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) to supply electromechanical (E&M) equipment for the 1,500 MW Tarali pumped storage project (PSP) in Maharashtra’s Satara district. The scope includes the design, manufacture, installation, testing, and commissioning of pump turbines, motor-generators, and related systems. Andritz will use its Indian manufacturing base with support from its global network. The Tarali PSP, located in Patan taluka, will have a total storage capacity of 9,000 MWh….

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