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MNRE proposes RLMM rule changes to promote local sourcing

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued draft amendments to the procedure for listing or updating wind turbine models in the Revised List of Models and Manufacturers (RLMM).  The proposed changes are aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing, tightening cybersecurity controls, and simplifying documentation. Stakeholders have three weeks to submit feedback. The draft mandates domestic sourcing of key components—blades, towers, gearboxes, and generators. A limited exemption applies to new models or manufacturers, allowing…

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EU set to add record 89 GW of renewables in 2025

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The European Union is projected to install 89 GW of new renewable energy capacity in 2025, according to European Commission estimates reported by Reuters. This includes 70 GW of solar and 19 GW of wind power. If achieved, this would surpass 2024’s total of 78.4 GW, marking a new record in annual additions. The EU’s accelerated deployment of renewables is central to its climate targets and its goal to eliminate Russian gas imports by 2027….

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MNRE issues revised draft guidelines for prototype wind turbines

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released revised draft guidelines for the installation and certification of prototype wind turbines in India. The new framework allows manufacturers up to three years to complete type testing and secure certification from internationally accredited agencies. The National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE), Chennai, will implement the framework. Prototype turbines will be installed only for type testing. NIWE will issue a recommendation letter to initiate the process….

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Vestas secures turbines order for Ukraine’s largest wind energy project

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Vestas has secured an order to supply turbines for the second phase of the Tyligulska wind energy project in Ukraine, the country’s largest renewable energy project.  Following the successful commissioning of the first phase in spring 2023, Vestas will deliver 64 turbines, contributing 384MW to the project’s total capacity of 498MW across both phases. The turbines, V162-6.2MW models, will each generate 6MW of power.  The project benefits from substantial international support, including backing from Danish…

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Mongolia partners with EBRD to boost renewable energy sector

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Mongolia has entered into a partnership with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to enhance the country’s renewable energy sector.  Announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos (January 2025), the EBRD will help Mongolia develop solar, wind, and energy storage projects through auctions. The EBRD will offer technical support, including feasibility studies and environmental assessments for small and medium-sized hydroelectric plants, helping build a strong foundation for renewable energy in Mongolia.  The…

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Europe’s wind power growth falls short of 2030 targets

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Europe added 15 GW of new wind energy capacity in 2024, including 13 GW from onshore and 2.3 GW from offshore projects, according to WindEurope. This falls significantly short of the 30 GW annual additions needed to meet the EU’s 2030 climate and energy goals. Wind power currently provides 20% of Europe’s electricity. The EU aims to increase this share to 34% by 2030 and over 50% by 2050. However, challenges in permitting, grid connections,…

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PPC Renewables orders 100 MW of wind turbines for Greek projects

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PPC Renewables, a subsidiary of PPC Group, has ordered 19 Nordex N149/5.X turbines, totalling 100 MW of capacity, for three wind farms in Greece. These include Rodopi in northern Greece, Livadaki in Phocis, and Timenio in Arcadia. The turbines, with 100-meter hub heights, will be maintained under a 20-year Premium Service contract. Upon completion in 2026, the wind farms will generate over 280 GWh annually, reducing CO₂ emissions by more than 142,000 tonnes. Nordex Group…

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Jakson Group and OMC Power partner for solar rooftop project in Uttar Pradesh

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Jakson Group and OMC Power have partnered to implement a 50 MW solar rooftop project valued at Rs 2 billion.  This initiative will offset 62,500 tonnes of carbon emissions annually, equal to planting 2.5 million trees.  Jakson Group will deploy rooftop systems across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh, supporting the state’s clean energy transition.

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GE Vernova delivers 3.4MW wind turbine to NREL for energy research

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GE Vernova’s Advanced Research Center has delivered a 3.4MW-140m wind turbine to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) for energy research.  The wind turbine will serve as a research platform at NREL, focusing on areas such as grid testing, installation technologies, sensors and controls, mechanical systems, aerodynamic solutions, DC coupling, battery energy storage, and hydrogen electrolysers. The project is funded by the US Department of Energy, aligning with GE Vernova’s strategic goal to facilitate large-scale…

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Tunisia to invest USD 2.2 billion in renewable energy

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Tunisia’s government has announced a planned investment of USD 2.2 billion in its power sector by 2025, focusing on renewable energy development to reduce dependency on electricity imports from Algeria and Libya.  The initiative aims to increase the share of solar and wind power in the energy mix to 35 per cent by 2030, targeting 4,850 MW of renewable energy generation. Key projects include the Tozeur solar PV plant, a 200 MW solar facility in…