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May-June 2026

India’s Floating Solar Potential Assessed at 102 GWp; Dedicated Scheme Under Works: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi unveiled a report, prepared by the National Institute of Solar Energy, estimating India’s floating solar potential at over 102 GWp and announced plans for a dedicated scheme to accelerate floating solar deployment nationwide.

Business | 11/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India-US Energy Partnership Can Drive USD 500 Bn Bilateral Trade Target by 2030, Says USIBC-Grant Thornton Bharat Report

A new USIBC-Grant Thornton Bharat report says hydrocarbons can boost India-US energy cooperation and support USD 500 billion trade.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Constitutes Expert Committee to Review Solar Project Extension Requests and ALMM Exemptions

MNRE has formed an expert committee to evaluate requests from delayed solar projects seeking commissioning extensions beyond May 31, 2026, with exemptions from ALMM List-II requirements for solar PV cells.

Policies & Regulations | 09/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Haryana Mandates EV Charging Infrastructure in New Residential and Commercial Buildings

Haryana has amended its Building Code to make EV charging infrastructure mandatory in eligible residential and non-residential buildings, requiring dedicated charging spots and EV-ready parking provisions for new and renovated projects.

Policies & Regulations | 09/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Allows ALMM Listing of Solar Modules up to 3 Percent Higher Wattage Without Factory Inspection

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has allowed solar PV module models with up to 3 percent higher wattage than an already ALMM-listed model to be enlisted without a fresh factory inspection, provided they are manufactured on the same production line and facility.

Policies & Regulations | 09/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

GCC, TERI Partner to Develop India’s First Digital Carbon Marketplace for Clean Energy Projects

Global Carbon Council and The Energy and Resources Institute have signed an MoU to develop India’s first digital carbon marketplace for household and livelihood-based clean energy projects under the LaBL 2.0 programme.

Business | 05/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Hindustan Zinc Partners with Virginia Tech to Boost Silver Recovery Through Advanced Mineral Processing Research

Hindustan Zinc signs MoU with Virginia Tech to enhance silver recovery from lead–zinc concentrators through research on flotation techniques, reagent optimisation and metallurgical process improvements.

Business | 05/03/2026 | By News Bureau

CATL, BMW Ink MoU to Deepen Cooperation on Battery Passport and Decarbonisation

Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) has signed an MoU with BMW Group to collaborate on battery supply chain decarbonisation and trusted data exchange pilot projects, including Battery Passport initiatives.

Energy Storage | 05/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Jyoti Structures Commissions 400 kV Gadag–II Transmission Line for ReNew Power in Karnataka

Jyoti Structures has completed the 400 kV Gadag–II transmission line project in Karnataka for ReNew Power, enabling renewable power evacuation from the 1,500 MW Koppal Solar Energy Zone.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 05/03/2026 | By News Bureau

Apraava Energy Commissions Fatehgarh IV Transmission Project to Boost Renewable Power Evacuation in Rajasthan

Apraava Energy has commissioned the 400 kV Fatehgarh IV transmission line and pooling substation in Barmer, enabling evacuation of 2.5 GW renewable power under the 20 GW REZ Phase-III scheme.

Conventional energy / Thermal Power Plants | 05/03/2026 | By News Bureau

Bhaskar Jyoti India Commissions 1.4 MW Rooftop Solar Project at Northern Coalfields Facility in Madhya Pradesh

Bhaskar Jyoti India has commissioned a 1.4 MW grid-connected rooftop solar project at Northern Coalfields’ Singrauli facilities, supporting clean energy adoption in public sector infrastructure and enhancing sustainable power generation.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 05/03/2026 | By News Bureau

UltraTech Cement to Procure Captive Solar Power from Ampin’s 30 MW Project in Odisha

UltraTech Cement will procure power from a 45 MW DC/30 MW AC captive solar project in Odisha being developed by AMPIN Energy Transition after acquiring a 26 percent stake in the project SPV AMPIN C&I Power Forty Four for INR 15.12 crore.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 05/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

IEX Electricity Trading Volume Rises 30.4 Percent YoY to 12,550 MU in February

IEX reports 12,550 MU electricity traded in February 2026, up 30.4 percent YoY, while real-time market volumes jump 51.7 percent and average power prices decline amid higher supply liquidity.

Business | 05/03/2026 | By EI News Network

Axis Bank Partners with Tesla to Offer Tailored EV Financing Across India

Axis Bank has become a preferred financer for Tesla in India, offering tailored auto-financing solutions and a seamless digital experience to support the adoption of electric vehicles.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 05/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Enphase Energy, Capital Good Fund Partner to Deploy 24 MW Solar Projects in US

Enphase Energy has partnered with Capital Good Fund to support around 24 MW of small commercial and residential solar projects across Georgia and Pennsylvania in the US, using its microinverter technology.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 05/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey