CleanTech Journal Desk

A BMW-backed solar electric vehicle has been reported to generate more energy than it consumes under certain conditions, a development that could reshape expectations for vehicle energy balance and on-board solar capability. Overview Automakers and startups have been integrating photovoltaic cells into vehicle bodies for years to extend range and support auxiliary systems. In this […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued guidance that renewable energy projects should not be sited within 1 kilometre of international borders, according to media reports. The guidance affects the planning and approval landscape for solar, wind and hybrid projects in areas close to border lines. Overview The MHA guidance—reported by multiple outlets—recommends a […]

The Tamil Nadu government has announced an incentive scheme offering up to ₹1 lakh for rooftop solar installations and outlined intentions to introduce a comprehensive battery energy storage systems (BESS) policy alongside targeted grid upgrades. The measures aim to accelerate distributed generation, improve grid resilience and support the integration of storage into the state electricity […]

Family offices maintained active support for clean energy and sustainability startups in July, helping to sustain dealmaking momentum in the climate technology space. Overview Private wealth vehicles known as family offices have continued to deploy capital into startups focused on energy transition, circular economy solutions and sustainability services. This activity in July reflected a broader […]

Introduction A recent report states that India is targeting an additional one million tonnes of green hydrogen-based ammonia through an auction mechanism. The development underscores growing policy interest in scaling low-carbon ammonia production to meet domestic demand and potential export markets. Overview The reported plan would use competitive procurement to secure supplies of ammonia produced […]

Introduction India is preparing measures to incentivise domestic polysilicon production as part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on Chinese suppliers for solar components. The move aligns with the country s ambition to secure its photovoltaic supply chain and support renewable energy deployment. Overview Polysilicon is the primary raw material used to make silicon […]

Retail sales of electric vehicles in India recorded a sharp year-on-year rise in July 2026, reaching 3.28 lakh units, according to a report in The Hindu. The increase, described as a 66% jump from the same month last year, marks a significant moment for the country’s transition to cleaner mobility. Overview The headline figure of […]

India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has welcomed the discovery of a round‑the‑clock (RTC) renewable energy tariff of ₹5.25 per unit, a development investors and policymakers say could accelerate the country’s shift away from conventional generation. Overview Round‑the‑clock renewable tariffs are intended to price electricity from solar, wind and storage combined to deliver […]

TrueRE Oriana Power has signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of Maharashtra to develop a green hydrogen project, committing an investment of ₹4,500 crore. The deal signals continued private-sector interest in large-scale hydrogen initiatives in India. Overview The MoU covers the development of a green hydrogen facility in the state of Maharashtra, according […]

India recorded a sharp rise in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in fiscal year 2026, with penetration increasing more than elevenfold to 8.26%. A government-backed manufacturing push valued at ₹44,038 crore has been credited with accelerating production and market uptake. Overview The jump to 8.26% EV penetration represents a material shift in vehicle market composition, moving […]