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Govt. Backs Pumped Storage Expansion, Relaxes CEA Approval Norms for Select Projects

The government has exempted off-stream closed-loop pumped storage projects from mandatory CEA approval, while hydro schemes above INR 3,000 crore will still require scrutiny, balancing energy transition needs with dam safety compliance.

Pumped Storage | August 19, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1389

Avaada Group Signs MoU with GoM to Develop 3650 MW Pumped Storage Projects

Avaada Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Water Resources Department, Government of Maharashtra to develop two major Pumped Storage Hydro Projects with a combined capacity of 3650 MW.

Pumped Storage | April 29, 2025 | By News Bureau |  4817

India Meets Record Power Demand of 250 GW in FY 2024-25, Boosts RE and Transmission Infrastructure

India's power sector met a record 250 GW demand in FY 2024-25, with notable progress in renewable energy and transmission. The key developments include improved rural electrification, new thermal and hydro projects, and ambitious plans for expanding transmission and sustainability.

Pumped Storage | January 02, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2583

ESS Essential for India’s Grid Stability Amid Renewable Growth- SBI CAPS' Report

SBI Caps’ report highlights the vital role of energy storage systems (ESS) in stabilising India’s power grid, projecting significant growth in storage capacity by FY32 to support the country’s renewable energy transition and ensure grid reliability.

Pumped Storage | November 06, 2024 | By EI News Network |  2069

Government Launches National Electricity Plan (Transmission)

Union Minister for Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal has unveiled the National Electricity Plan (Transmission) during the CEA's Brainstorming Conclave in New Delhi, outlining plans to transmit 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030, and 600 GW by 2032, along with significant infrastructure additions.

Pumped Storage | October 15, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2672

Amara Raja Infra Secures Order for 700MWp Solar BoS Project from Greenko

This project, spanning across a 2,200-acre site near Uyyalavada Town, Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh, marks ARIPL's largest capacity solar project to date, establishing itself among leaders in the industry.

Pumped Storage | April 20, 2024 | By News Bureau |  2188

GE Vernova to Refurbish Xiangjiaba Hydropower Plant in China

The scope of work includes the design, manufacturing, delivery, installation, and commissioning of three sets of main shaft air supply pipes. The upgrade is expected to reach completion in the first half of 2024.

Pumped Storage | August 30, 2023 | By EI News Network |  1849

Central Electricity Authority Fast-tracks Approval Mechanism for Pumped Storage Projects

Upper Sileru Pumped Storage Project of Andhra Pradesh with the capacity of 1350 MW has been approved in record time of 70 days.

Pumped Storage | June 09, 2023 | By Anurima Mondal |  2308

India Provides USD 455 Million to Incentivise Battery Storage Projects

The scheme is aimed to promote battery storage projects crucial to India’s aspirational plan to augment its renewable energy capacity to 500 GW by 2030 and minimise the cost of battery energy storage from the current INR 5.5-6.5 per unit.

Pumped Storage | June 08, 2023 | By EI News Network |  2346

NHPC Inks MoU with Maharashtra for Energy Storage and Renewable Energy Projects

NHPC Power Stations attained the production of 24,907 Million Units (MUs) of power during the fiscal year.

Pumped Storage | June 07, 2023 | By EI News Network |  1967

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