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News at Glance NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd has floated a tender for 600 MW of ISTS-connected wind capacity in Andhra Pradesh. The project is to be connected to the inter-state transmission system (ISTS), enabling power evacuation beyond state boundaries. Specifics on site location, procurement model and timelines were not detailed in public summaries and should […]

News at Glance Solar PV plus battery storage can provide 24/7 power at Rs 5.15 per unit, according to a study reported by Down To Earth. The analysis positions firm renewables as cost-competitive with many conventional generation options under current pricing assumptions. Wider deployment of storage is key to enable round-the-clock renewable supply and ease […]

News at Glance *Land demand is rising* as low‑carbon energy infrastructure and critical mineral extraction expand globally, the UN has highlighted. *Poor planning risks harm* to ecosystems and livelihoods unless renewable siting and restoration are coordinated with communities and nature goals. *Integrated approaches could deliver gains* by combining clean energy deployment with land restoration methods […]

News at Glance Two decades of energy-efficiency programming examined for steel micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Key barriers identified include limited access to affordable finance, low technical capacity and weak measurement and verification. Suggested enablers are cluster-level interventions, tailored financing instruments and stronger monitoring to scale adoption. Cluster-focused interventions and finance emerge as recurring […]

News at Glance India’s under-construction renewable pipeline has surpassed 150 GW, according to ICRA reporting in pv magazine. Grid and energy storage readiness are identified as primary enablers for timely commissioning of these projects. Transmission constraints, land and financing remain key risks that could delay delivery. ICRA links delivery timelines to grid and storage preparedness […]

News at Glance Hydrogen-iron concept proposed to store surplus wind energy as a long-duration solution. Aim to reduce wind curtailment and ease congestion on the Dutch electricity grid. Targets multi-day to seasonal flexibility to complement batteries and network upgrades. Potential to Cut Wind Curtailment on Dutch Grid Reports outline a hydrogen-iron storage approach as a […]

News at Glance Tata Power is pivoting toward clean and distributed energy solutions Private utilities are central to India’s accelerating energy transition in its 79th year Emphasis is on solar, storage, EV charging and grid modernisation Tata Power maps path to distributed renewables across India Tata Power, a major private electricity utility in India, is […]

News at Glance 4.5 GW of wind operations and maintenance assets are being transferred under the announced deal. Up to ₹550 crore is the consideration cited for the transaction. Strategic expansion of Inox Green’s service footprint in wind asset management is the stated objective. 4.5 GW of operational wind turbines included in the sale Inox […]

News at Glance Solar panels can reduce field and canopy temperatures, easing heat stress in crops, Eos reported. Shading from panels may lower irrigation needs and improve worker thermal comfort in hot conditions, according to recent coverage. Agrivoltaic layouts enable electricity production alongside crop growth, offering a dual-use approach without fully converting farmland. Shade From […]

News at Glance Dual-use solar pairs PV with agriculture or habitat to generate electricity while maintaining or enhancing other land uses. It can raise land productivity by delivering both energy and crop or conservation outcomes from the same footprint. Realising benefits depends on design and policy, including panel layout, crop selection, permitting and revenue models. […]

News at Glance Enviro Infra Engineers has incorporated a step-down subsidiary named Wind Earth to pursue wind power projects. Wind Earth is positioned to consolidate wind project activities within the group and to provide a distinct vehicle for development and investment. Move reflects corporate strategy to isolate project risk and improve access to project-specific financing […]

News at Glance IEEFA finds targeted reforms to solar incentives would accelerate rooftop installation and curb demand for LNG-fired power. Policy changes highlighted include tariff alignment, clearer net metering rules and incentives for energy storage paired with rooftop systems. System impacts are expected in peak demand management, where distributed solar and storage can displace LNG […]