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MAHAPREIT issues tender for 30 MW rooftop solar systems in Goa

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Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology (MAHAPREIT) has launched a tender for the installation of 30 MW of distributed grid-connected rooftop solar systems on government buildings in Goa.  The project scope includes design, supply, installation, commissioning, and five years of maintenance. The bid submission deadline is set for November 4, 2024, with a non-refundable fee of Rs 10,000 plus 18 per cent GST. Previously, in October 2024, MAHAPREIT floated a tender for 3.2 MW…

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MNRE issues EoI for vendors under PM Surya Ghar

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an expression of interest (EoI) to expand the network of vendors under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The initiative aims to accelerate the deployment of residential rooftop solar systems by increasing the vendor network from the current 8,000 to 25,000. REC Limited’s vendor management division will provide support through weekly interactions, dedicated email assistance, and capacity-building programs to enhance vendor capabilities and ensure the…

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MNRE launches ‘Innovative Projects’ scheme under PM-Surya Ghar

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced Scheme Guidelines for ‘Innovative Projects’ under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, as notified on October 8, 2024. This initiative aims to foster advancements in rooftop solar technologies, business models, and integration techniques with a budget of Rs 50 billion. The scheme will support startups, institutions, and industries in piloting new concepts such as blockchain-based peer-to-peer solar trading, smart materials, and solar integration with electric…

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NHPC floats tender for 1.2 GW ISTS-connected solar power projects

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NHPC Limited has issued a tender for setting up 1.2 GW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar power projects across India, with an optional greenshoe capacity (Tranche-IX). The projects can be located anywhere in India, with a bid submission deadline of November 4, 2024. The maximum capacity a bidder can secure is 600 MW, extendable to 1200 MW with the greenshoe option. For projects in northeastern states and special category regions, the minimum capacity is…

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ICMR partners with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam to promote solar energy in healthcare research

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The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN) to harness solar power for its institutes across India. This initiative aligns with the Prime Minister’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” vision and supports India’s renewable energy goals. NVVN will install, test, and maintain rooftop solar panels at 15 ICMR institutes, with a total capacity of 4,559 KW. The project includes a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) offering…

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Global perspectives on rooftop solar energy: Leading economies and strategies

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The global energy transition is gaining momentum, and rooftop solar (RTS) systems are playing a significant role in addressing the world’s growing energy demand. With projections suggesting a 75% increase in global electricity demand by 2050 (IEA 2022), geopolitical disruptions, such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the COVID-19 pandemic recovery, have further underscored the need for a shift toward renewable energy (RE) sources. Solar photovoltaics (PV) in particular, including distributed solar technologies, are well-positioned to…