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Delhi Plans Solar, Hydro Power Generation from Canals and Drains Under MPD-2047

The Master Plan of Delhi for 2047 (MPD-2047) has proposed solar and hydro power generation from canals and drains, alongside expanded rooftop solar and renewable energy infrastructure.

Policies & Regulations | 19/08/2026 | By EI News Network

REconnect Pune 2026: Experts Call for Scaling Solar, BESS and Domestic Manufacturing

Against the backdrop of Maharashtra’s expanding renewable energy capacity and growing opportunities across solar, storage and manufacturing, Energetica India hosted the second edition of REconnect Pune, bringing together policymakers, utilities, developers, manufacturers and investors to advance the state’s clean energy transition.

Business | 19/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

CEA Notifies Cybersecurity Norms for Power Plants, ESS of Over 50 MW to be Effective from April 2027

The Central Electricity Authority has notified the Cyber Security in Power Sector Regulations, 2026, introducing mandatory cybersecurity, data localisation, incident reporting and system-isolation requirements for power sector entities, including ESS projects of 50 MW and above, effective April 1, 2027.

Policies & Regulations | 19/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Second Edition of REconnect Pune to be Held on August 19, 2026

Under the theme ‘Powering Maharashtra’s Renewable Future: Advancing Solar, Storage & Sustainable Energy Ecosystems’, REconnect Pune 2026 will bring together stakeholders from solar and energy storage ecosystem, including IPPs, EPCs, manufacturers, policymakers and storage providers to explore opportunities shaping Maharashtra’s clean energy transition.

Business | 18/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Goa Introduces Rooftop Solar Subsidy Scheme, Offers Up to 50 Percent Financial Support

Goa launches rooftop solar subsidy scheme, offering up to 50 percent financial assistance to accelerate residential and institutional clean energy adoption.

Policies & Regulations | 17/08/2026 | By EI News Network

Odisha’s Critical Minerals Sector to Reach USD 18–20 Billion by 2032

Odisha’s critical minerals sector may grow from USD 8 billion to USD 18–20 billion by 2032, study estimates, says Net Zero Energy Transition Association (NETRA).

Business | 23/02/2026 | By EI News Network

India’s E-Bus Adoption to Reach 13 Percent by FY28, Says CareEdge Ratings

CareEdge Ratings projects India’s e-bus penetration reaching 13 percent by FY28, driven by GCC contracts, incentives and expanding manufacturing capacity nationwide.

Business | 23/02/2026 | By EI News Network

ACWA Power, Turkey to Seal 3GW Phase-2 Renewables Deal

ACWA Power and Turkey will sign a 3GW renewables and storage deal at COP31, following 2GW solar projects, targeting 2028 power output under a 5GW framework.

Middle East Market | 23/02/2026 | By EI News Network

India’s clean electricity transition shows steady progress across states, finds the latest IEEFA–Ember SET report

Third edition of the Indian States’ Electricity Transition report finds multi-speed progress across 21 states in FY2025, with varied gains in decarbonisation, power ecosystem readiness and market enablers.

Other Energy Applications / Rural Electrification | 23/02/2026 | By News Bureau

Vikram Solar Signs INR 2,000 Crore Solar Cell Supply Pact with Jupiter International

The agreement between Vikram Solar and Jupiter International is valued at approximately INR 2,000 crore and covers the supply of high-efficiency TOPCon solar cells and mono PERC solar cells.

Business | 23/02/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

Deloitte Urges India to Leverage Renewable Energy Strength to Power AI Data Centre Ambitions

Deloitte’s ‘Powering Asia Pacific’s Data Centre Boom’ report said the region is emerging as the next major global data centre hub, creating economic value but also placing new pressure on power systems already undergoing energy transition.

Energy efficiency | 23/02/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Raises INR 921 Crore from Anchor Investors Ahead of IPO

The company’s IPO comprises a fresh issue of INR 1,200 crore and an offer-for-sale of INR 1,900 crore, taking the total issue size to INR 3,100 crore at the upper end of the price band.

Business | 23/02/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

REConnect Lucknow 2026 Highlights Rooftop Solar Surge, Energy Storage Push and Hydro Innovation in UP

At REConnect Lucknow 2026, policymakers, industry leaders and renewable energy experts came together to deliberate on UP’s accelerating clean energy transition. The discussion focused on the rapid rise of rooftop solar, the growing urgency around energy storage integration, and emerging opportunities in pumped storage and canal-based hydro projects.

Business | 21/02/2026 | By News Bureau

MNRE Urges States to Identify and Prioritise Water Bodies for Floating Solar PV Development

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has urged States and Union Territories to consult stakeholders and submit feedback on the draft floating solar potential report and policy prepared by the National Institute of Solar Energy and Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee to accelerate FSPV deployment.

Policies & Regulations | 21/02/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Ayana Renewable Power Commissions 158.4 MW at 250 MW Solar Project in Andhra Pradesh

NTPC Green Energy has operationalised 158.4 MW of a 250 MW solar project in Andhra Pradesh through its group company Ayana Renewable Power, taking its total installed capacity to 9,151.08 MW.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 21/02/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey