Hinduja Group to invest ₹2,500 crore in Tamil Nadu targeting renewables and new mobility
The Hinduja Group has announced a major investment commitment of ₹2,500 crore in Tamil Nadu, targeting projects in renewable energy and new mobility solutions. The move represents a significant private-sector allocation to India’s clean energy transition and emerging transport technologies. Overview The announced investment by the Hinduja Group will be deployed across initiatives in renewables […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 13, 2026
India on track for record 50 GW solar year as ALMM-II reshapes domestic supply chain
India is poised to register an unprecedented year for solar installations as market dynamics shift under a revised procurement mandate. A recent Wood Mackenzie analysis signals that a record 50 GW of solar capacity could be installed this year, a development that is speeding a reconfiguration of the domestic supply chain. Overview The Wood Mackenzie […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 13, 2026
MG opens bookings for 7‑seat electric SUV named Hector Tomahawk in India
MG Motor India has opened bookings for a newly named seven-seat electric sport utility vehicle, the Hector Tomahawk. The announcement marks the latest step in the company’s expansion of battery-electric vehicles in the Indian market. Overview MG’s new model carries the Hector nameplate with the additional Tomahawk designation, positioning it as a larger, family-oriented electric […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 13, 2026
Startup Secures $750 Million to Scale Rust-Powered Batteries, WSJ Reports
According to reporting by The Wall Street Journal, an energy startup has raised $750 million to advance so-called rust-powered batteries. The funding targets the commercialization of iron-based storage systems intended for long-duration grid applications. Overview Rust-powered batteries, commonly described as iron-based or iron-air systems, rely on the reversible oxidation and reduction of iron to store […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 13, 2026
600 tons per day: World’s largest green hydrogen facility nears commissioning
A facility reported to produce 600 tons of green hydrogen per day is now nearing commissioning, according to recent coverage. The site is described as integrating hydrogen production with downstream ammonia synthesis, representing a major scale-up for electrolytic hydrogen made from renewable power. Overview Green hydrogen is produced by electrolysing water using electricity from renewable […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 13, 2026
PM E-Drive Subsidy Extension: What It Means for EV Two-Wheeler Buyers
Introduction Recent discussion around a possible extension of the PM E-Drive subsidy has drawn attention from prospective electric two-wheeler buyers, manufacturers and dealers. With electric scooters and motorcycles gaining market share, any change to subsidy policy could influence purchase decisions and industry dynamics. This article explains the PM E-Drive framework in general terms, outlines why […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 12, 2026
India’s Solar Surge Cuts Midday Coal Generation by 10 GW, Ember Finds
Ember’s recent analysis, reported by ETEnergyworld, finds that India’s expanding solar capacity has cut coal-fired generation during midday hours by roughly 10 gigawatts over a three-year period. The shift reflects the growing influence of utility-scale and distributed solar on the timing and composition of electricity supplies in India. Overview The Ember report highlights a measurable […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 12, 2026
MNRE Allocates INR 258.83 Crore for Renewable Energy Skilling, Research and Training
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced an allocation of INR 258.83 crore for initiatives focused on skilling, research and training in the renewable energy sector. The move signals increased attention from policymakers on capacity building and innovation as India seeks to expand its clean energy base. Overview The allocation targets three […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 12, 2026
Exelon Adds Public Grid and Buckstop to 2c2i Portfolio, Boosting Clean Energy Innovation
Exelon has added Public Grid and Buckstop to its 2c2i portfolio, the company announced. The move positions the utility-backed portfolio as a channel for connecting emerging companies with operational expertise and potential pilot opportunities. Overview Exelon’s 2c2i portfolio is presented as a platform for deploying and scaling technologies relevant to the power sector. With the […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 12, 2026
Indian oil companies to use 30,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually for refining
Indian oil companies plan to consume about 30,000 tonnes of green hydrogen a year for refining, a development that signals growing industrial demand for low-carbon fuels in one of the world’s largest energy markets. The move highlights how hydrogen produced from renewable electricity could be integrated into conventional fuel production to reduce the carbon intensity […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 12, 2026
Five decades of research leads to solar PV’s emergence as the world’s dominant energy source
The long arc of scientific inquiry and industrial development has reached a turning point: solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, the product of more than five decades of research, has become the dominant source of energy in many power systems worldwide. This development reflects cumulative advances in device efficiency, manufacturing scale, system integration and supportive policy frameworks. […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 11, 2026
India faces $35 billion annual renewable financing gap; InvITs emerge as capital-recycling route
India is confronting a sizable annual shortfall in financing for renewable energy buildout, a gap that industry participants say could slow deployment unless new funding channels are mobilised. Infrastructure investment trusts, or InvITs, are increasingly viewed as a mechanism to recycle developer capital from operational projects and redeploy it into new capacity. Overview Recent industry […]
CleanTech Journal DeskAug 11, 2026