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MoEFCC clears EIA study for Upper Bhavani pumped hydro project

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The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has granted initial approval to carry out an environmental impact assessment (EIA) study for the 1,000 MW Upper Bhavani Pumped Storage Hydro Power Project in Tamil Nadu. Located in the Nilgiris district, the project is designed to have a capacity of 1,000 MW (4×250 MW). It will store surplus energy generated from solar and wind sources in Tamil Nadu and other parts of India. The project…

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QPEEL secures Rs 197 million reactor order for renewable energy grid integration

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Quality Power Electrical Equipments Limited (QPEEL) has landed an order worth Rs 197 million for the supply of reactors for flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS) used in power transmission.  The single large order, placed by a Fortune 500 client, is specifically geared toward coil products for FACTS applications in the renewable energy segment. The scope includes the supply of high-performance reactors, with delivery expected within 15–18 months. Revenue from the order will be recognized…

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EETC invests to upgrade Egypt’s power transmission network

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The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) has allocated EGP 7.6 billion for the fiscal year 2023-24, focusing on upgrading, modernizing, and expanding its high-voltage and ultra-high voltage systems.  This investment covers the development of new stations, cables, transmission lines, and upgrades to regional control centres, including Cairo’s and the newly operational National Control Center in the New Administrative Capital. The company aims to complete ongoing projects, enhance network facilities, and integrate renewable energy sources into…

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Siemens and Tietoevry partner for power utilities’ digital transformation

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Siemens and Tietoevry, a Nordic digital engineering and software company, have joined forces to enhance the digital transformation of the power utilities sector in Northern and Central Europe.  The collaboration integrates Siemens’ Gridscale X software platform with Tietoevry’s IT services, offering advanced solutions for grid operators to manage energy transition challenges effectively. Tietoevry’s energy solutions aim to digitalize the energy value chain, improve customer experience, enhance business performance, and boost productivity.  The partnership focuses on…

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US DOE launches $30m AI4IX programme to accelerate energy interconnections

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The Biden-Harris Administration, through the US Department of Energy (DOE), has announced $30 million in funding for the Artificial Intelligence for Interconnection (AI4IX) programme.  This initiative, supported by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to enhance the integration of new energy projects into the power grid by leveraging advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The AI4IX programme seeks to streamline the interconnection application process, reduce delays, and expedite the commissioning of renewable energy projects. AI algorithms will…

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DOE allocates $15M to enhance hydropower flexibility

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $15 million in funding for nine projects designed to boost hydropower’s role in stabilizing the grid amid rising renewable energy adoption. Hydropower, currently contributing 27% of U.S. renewable electricity, offers critical flexibility for balancing supply and demand. Notable projects include: Hydropower-Hydrogen Integration: DRG Technical Solutions will produce hydrogen at a Colorado facility to store energy for later grid use or as fuel. Battery Integration: Synergics Energy Services…

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PFCCL incorporates Bhuj ICT Transmission for Rs 5.87 billion grid project

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PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL), a subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), has incorporated Bhuj ICT Transmission Limited as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to develop the Rs 5.87 billion “Provision of ICT Augmentation & Bus Reactor at Bhuj-II PS” transmission project. This initiative, under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process, is expected to be implemented within 21 months from the transfer of the SPV. The project involves upgrades to the Bhuj-II Power Station (GIS),…

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Skipper achieves record-high order book of Rs 65.9 billion

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Skipper Ltd announced its highest-ever closing order book of Rs 65.9 billion, with 85% from domestic orders and 15% from exports. The company recorded an order inflow of Rs 16.6 billion in Q2 FY25 (July to September 2024), with key domestic contracts from Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) and state electricity boards. Export orders primarily came from North and South America. Year-to-date order inflows from April 1 to October 28, 2024, totaled Rs…

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AI-Powered Load Forecasting and Smart Grids: Yellakari Kesava Charyulu’s Vision for Andhra Pradesh’s Energy Future

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In this insightful interview, Yellakari Kesava Charyulu, Chief Engineer at the Andhra Pradesh State Load Dispatch Center (SLDC), discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with managing a power grid in one of India’s most dynamic states. As renewable energy plays an increasingly larger role, Mr. Charyulu explains how the SLDC is adapting to integrate intermittent power sources, manage peak demand, and adopt cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and smart grids. He also shares…