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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

ACEN India Secures INR 751.70 Cr Financing from MUFG, SMBC for 100 MW Wind Project in Karnataka

ACEN India has achieved financial closure for its 100 MW wind power project in Karnataka’s Bijapur, securing INR 751.70 crore in long-term financing from Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 21/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Patel Engineering Bags INR 230.70 Cr LOA from DHPL for Bhutan’s 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydro Project

Patel Engineering has received an INR 230.70 crore LOA from Dorjilung Hydro Power (DHPL) for pre-construction works of the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project in Bhutan.

Renewable energy / Hydropower | 21/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Schneider Electric Elevates Sumati Sahgal to Lead Data Centres and Secure Power in Greater India

Schneider Electric has announced the elevation of Sumati Sahgal as Vice President, Secure Power and Data Centres for the Greater India Zone. In this new role, she will focus on driving profitable growth across Schneider Electric’s data centres and other critical infrastructure portfolio.

Business | 20/03/2026 | By News Bureau

IWTMA Highlights Smart Grid Integration as Key to Scaling Wind Energy

The Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association has underlined the importance of flexible grid integration in India, supported by advanced forecasting and market-based mechanisms, as a critical enabler for scaling wind energy manufacturing, during the Indo-German workshop on addressing challenges in grid integration of wind energy.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 20/03/2026 | By News Bureau

Sunsure Energy Signs Solar PPA with JAKSON Engineering to Boost Green Power Adoption

Sunsure Energy will supply 7.28 million units of solar power annually to JAKSON, significantly reducing carbon emissions and advancing industrial decarbonisation in Uttar Pradesh.

Business | 20/03/2026 | By News Bureau

GREW Solar Partners with Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans as Official Solar Energy Partner for Men's T20 Cricket League

GREW Solar has partnered with Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans as the Official Solar Energy Partner for the upcoming Men's T20 cricket season.

Business | 20/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Cliantech Secures 1.2 GW AI-Driven Solar Module Production Line Order from IB Solar

Cliantech Solutions has received a 1.2 GW order from IB Solar for an AI-driven solar module production line, capable of manufacturing advanced M10 TOPCon, M10R, and G12R solar modules. The line is scheduled to be commissioned by May 2026.

Business | 20/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

BAM, HZB and HU Launch Berlin Battery Lab to Conduct Research on Sodium-Ion Battery

Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing, the Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin have partnered to launch the Berlin Battery Lab in Berlin, Germany, to jointly develop and test resource-efficient battery technologies with a focus on sodium-based systems.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 20/03/2026 | By News Bureau

ORSL Partners with ITEL Foundation to Accelerate Clean Tech Innovation

ORSL signs MoU with ITEL Foundation to drive R&D, skill development and commercialisation in bioenergy, waste management and green technologies, strengthening its decarbonisation and innovation ecosystem.

Business | 20/03/2026 | By News Bureau

MHI Invites Bids to Develop 6,000 MTPA Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnet Manufacturing Facilities

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to set up 6,000 MTPA integrated rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing capacity under an INR 7,280 crore incentive scheme aimed at boosting domestic production and reducing import dependence.

Business | 20/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey