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NTPC commissions second part of solar projects in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
By January 16, 2025January 16, 2025

NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), a subsidiary of NTPC Limited, has declared the commercial operation of the second part capacities of two solar projects. The 60 MW capacity from the 320 MW Bhainsara solar project in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, became operational on January 7, 2025, following the earlier commissioning of 160 MW on August 28, 2024. Meanwhile, the 50 MW capacity from the 220 MW Shajapur Solar Project (Unit-II) in Madhya Pradesh was declared operational…

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Rajasthan allocates 4,000 hectares for 2,000 MW solar project
By January 16, 2025January 16, 2025

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has approved the allocation of 4,000 hectares in Bodana village, Jaisalmer district, to the Rajasthan Solar Park Development Company for establishing a 2,000 MW solar power project. This initiative aligns with the state’s commitment to advancing renewable energy and supporting clean energy goals.

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Kosol Energie secures Rs 5.57 billion contract for solar module supply in Gujarat
By January 16, 2025January 16, 2025

Kosol Energie Private Limited has won a contract from NLC India Limited to supply 393.9 MWp bifacial solar modules for the 600 MW Khavda Solar PV Project-Phase XX (GUVNL) in Gujarat. The firm bid Rs 5.57 billion for the project. NLC invited bids for the project in August 2024. The scope includes manufacturing, supply, packing, forwarding, and transportation of 393.9 MWp Mono Crystalline/Topcon Silicon bifacial solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, with a minimum wattage of 540…

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EDF Renewables begins commercial operations at Huck Finn solar project
By January 15, 2025January 15, 2025

EDF Renewables North America commenced commercial operations at the Huck Finn solar project in December 2024. Developed for Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation, the project has a 200 MWac / 270 MWdc capacity and is now delivering electricity. The project is expected to generate over $14 million in revenue for local communities in Audrain and Ralls Counties and meet the energy needs of over 37,000 homes at full capacity. It will also support…

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Aether Industries commissions 15 MW solar project in Gujarat
By January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

Aether Industries has commissioned a 15 MW solar power project in Bharuch, Gujarat, in partnership with KPIG Energia, a subsidiary of KPI Green Energy. The project, under the captive power producer segment, features advanced auto-tracker modules that optimize energy output by aligning with the sun’s trajectory. This installation aligns with Aether Industries’ Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals and is expected to save over Rs 150 million annually in energy costs while significantly reducing its…

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ACME Solar commissions 1,023 MW solar projects in Rajasthan
By December 20, 2024December 21, 2024

ACME Solar has commissioned four co-located ISTS-connected solar projects totaling 1,023 MW in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district. The 1,200 MW capacity project already has a 25-year power purchase agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) at a tariff of Rs 2.44 per kWh. The remaining 177 MW of the project is in the commissioning process. Once fully operational, the project will generate around 3,000 MUs of clean electricity annually, offsetting 2.6 million tonnes of…

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Masali village becomes India’s first solar-powered village on the border
By December 20, 2024December 20, 2024

Masali village in Gujarat’s Banaskantha district has become India’s first ‘solar village’ located on the border. The village, with a population of 800, is situated 40 km from the Pakistan border. All 199 houses in the village now have solar panels installed, generating 100% of the village’s electricity needs. The project, worth Rs 11.6 million, provides a total of 225.5 kilowatts of power, exceeding the electricity requirements of each home. The initiative was supported by…

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Arctech’s SkyLine II solar tracker powers Azerbaijan’s largest solar plant
By December 18, 2024December 18, 2024

Arctech’s SkyLine II solar tracker system has been successfully used in Azerbaijan’s largest utility-scale solar project, a 312 MW plant located in the Garadagh Gobi Desert. The Garadagh solar plant spans 550 hectares and generates 500 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) annually, powering 110,000 households and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by over 200,000 tonnes each year. The project is located near the coastline, facing corrosive conditions. The COP29 climate talks in Baku in November 2024 highlighted Azerbaijan’s…

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JSWEL signs PPA with Indus Towers for supply of 130 MW solar power
By December 16, 2024December 17, 2024

Indus Towers has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with JSW Green Energy Eight and announced an investment of Rs 380.3 million. The agreement includes procuring 130 MW of renewable energy from a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant under a captive model. As part of the deal, Indus Towers will acquire a 26 per cent equity stake in the special purpose vehicle (SPV), supporting its renewable energy goals and commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. The solar…

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Arevon Energy starts up Eland 1 Solar plus Storage Project in California
By December 11, 2024December 11, 2024

Arevon Energy has announced the commencement of operations at its 384 MWdc Eland 1 Solar plus Storage Project in Kern County, California. The project includes a 150 MW/600 MWh energy storage system. The second phase, Eland 2, is currently under construction and is expected to be operational by the first quarter of 2025. Upon completion, Eland 1 and Eland 2 will have a combined capacity of 758 MWdc of solar power and 300 MW/1,200 MWh…

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