REconnect North-East 2026: Experts Call for Faster Adoption of Rooftop Solar, DRE and Storage

Against the backdrop of Assam’s ambitious clean energy targets and growing investor interest in the Northeast, Energetica India hosted the inaugural REconnect North-East Summit in Guwahati, bringing together policymakers, utilities, developers, and manufacturers to discuss opportunities and challenges across the region’s renewable energy value chain.

Business | 25/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

OREDA, NLC India Renewables Join Hands to Develop 1,000 MW Green Energy Projects in Odisha

OREDA and NLC India Renewables formed a joint venture to develop 1,000 MW of wind, floating solar and green energy projects.

Business | 24/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Notifies SOP to Address Vendor Violations under PM Surya Ghar

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has introduced a formal grievance redressal and enforcement framework under PM Surya Ghar, enabling temporary deactivation of vendors that fail to address consumer complaints, rectify defects or comply with quality standards.

Policies & Regulations | 24/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Grants 1 Month Transitional Relief for RE Projects Awaiting ALMM List-II Exemption Approval

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued a clarification enabling eligible utility-scale, open-access, captive and C&I renewable energy projects installed before June 1, 2026, to secure provisional commissioning and continue power transactions while their ALMM List-II exemption applications are under review.

Policies & Regulations | 24/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

PM Modi Launches INR 47,600 Crore Projects, Announces Pahadpur Solar Village

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a Solar Village in Pahadpur and highlighted over INR 6,000 crore in power sector investments while launching development projects worth INR 47,600 crore in Odisha.

Policies & Regulations | 22/06/2026 | By EI News Network

India Strengthens Energy Security and Digital Growth Amid Global Market Shifts: S&P Global Energy

According to a new analysis by S&P Global Energy, India is successfully navigating global energy market disruptions by diversifying crude supply routes, strengthening energy security, leveraging domestic coal production and positioning itself as a major hub for data centre growth.

Business | 18/06/2026 | By News Bureau

N.A.N. GreenMet and Silox Form Joint Venture to Build India’s Largest Critical Minerals Recycling Platform

N.A.N. Silox GreenMet to establish a large-scale lithium-ion battery recycling and critical minerals recovery facility in Andhra Pradesh, targeting up to 40,000 TPA battery shredding and 20,000 TPA hydrometallurgical processing capacity.

Business | 18/06/2026 | By News Bureau

JBM Ecolife Secures INR 750 Crore Investment from Motilal Oswal Alternates to Accelerate Electric Bus Expansion

The largest domestic investment in India’s electric mobility sector to support deployment of advanced e-bus fleets and strengthen sustainable public transport infrastructure nationwide.

Business | 18/06/2026 | By News Bureau

Rajasthan Govt Directs DISCOMs to Comply with MNRE’s ALMM-II Exemptions for PM Surya Ghar

The Rajasthan government has directed the State Discoms to strictly comply with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s revised norms for residential rooftop solar projects under the 'Give It Up' category of PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, exempting eligible consumers from DCR certificate and ALMM List-II requirements.

Policies & Regulations | 18/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Coal Retains Key Role in Global Energy Mix Despite Renewable Expansion, Says WB Report

Global coal demand is expected to remain stable in 2026 despite renewable growth, supported by energy security concerns.

Business | 18/06/2026 | By EI News Network

ABB Launches Proteus PV and BESS Portfolio to Support Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Expansion

The new high-efficiency power conversion solutions offer up to 99.45 percent efficiency, advanced grid support capabilities and enhanced reliability for solar and battery storage projects worldwide.

Energy efficiency | 18/06/2026 | By News Bureau

Kosol Energie Commissions 31 MWp Solar PV Project for GSECL in Gujarat

Kosol Energie has commissioned a 31 MW (DC) solar PV project for Gujarat State Electricity Corporation (GSECL) in Kutch, Gujarat, under the state's Renewable Energy Policy and Green Energy Mission.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 18/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

TERI Launches Second Cohort of Corporate Sustainability Leadership Programme on ESG, AI and Carbon Markets

TERI’s three-month hybrid certification programme aims to equip professionals with skills in ESG reporting, carbon finance, AI-driven sustainability and corporate leadership.

Business | 18/06/2026 | By News Bureau

NTPC REL Floats EPC Tender to Develop 2,200 MWh BESS in Rajasthan

NTPC Renewable Energy has issued an EPC tender for setting up 500 MW/2,200 MWh ISTS-connected battery energy storage systems at its Shimboo Ka Burj Solar Plant in Rajasthan. Bid submission ends on July 9, 2026.

Energy Storage | 18/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

ENGIE, European Energy Partner on 150 MW Green Hydrogen Project in Denmark

ENGIE and European Energy have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a renewable hydrogen project in Denmark featuring up to 150 MW of electrolyser capacity and targeting commercial operations around 2030.

Renewable energy / Hydrogen / Fuel Cells | 18/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

 
 
 
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