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…
Uttar Pradesh is advancing its renewable energy goals by partnering with energy firms to establish floating solar power plants, aiming to reach 14,000 MW of solar power generation by 2027. Under the ‘PM Surya Ghar Yojana’, the state targets connecting 2.5 million households to solar energy. Floating solar projects are planned for seven reservoirs, in…
Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has released the draft Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (Grid Interactive Battery Energy Storage System) Regulations, 2026, proposing a detailed regulatory framework for deployment, operation and commercial utilisation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the state. The draft regulations, notified on May 12, 2026, have been opened for stakeholder comments…
The Ministry of Coal has launched the 11th round of commercial coal mine auctions, offering 27 coal blocks across Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh, including one coking coal mine. The blocks offered include both fully and partially explored mines. Additionally, agreements with successful bidders from the 10th round have been finalised,…
US-based Type One Energy has released the physics design basis for its Infinity Two stellarator fusion power plant, marking a critical step in advancing fusion energy. The published design, the first of its kind, outlines the operational parameters necessary for a practical fusion pilot plant and provides a foundation for external review and collaboration within…
Reliance Industries, led by Mukesh Ambani, has acquired a 26% stake in Gautam Adani’s Mahan Energen Ltd (MEL), a subsidiary of Adani Power Ltd, as part of a deal to secure 500 MW of electricity for captive use. Reliance will invest Rs 500 million equity shares of MEL, at a face value of Rs 10…