MNRE Notifies CFA Release Mechanism Under ULA Model of PM Surya Ghar Yojana
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has outlined a new payment release process under the Utility Led Aggregation (ULA) model of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, mandating that subsidies be released only after the successful installation and commissioning of rooftop solar systems.
Policies & Regulations | 09/10/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Rajasthan Awards 1GW/2GWh Standalone BESS Tender at Record-Low Tariffs
RVUNL awards 1GW/2GWh standalone BESS tender in Rajasthan at record-low tariffs of INR 1.775–1.785 lakh/MW/month, with eleven developers emerging as winners in a highly competitive auction.
Business | 08/10/2025 | By EI News Network
Maharashtra Unveils SMART Solar Scheme Offering up to 95 Percent Subsidy
Maharashtra has launched the Swayampoorna Maharashtra Residential Rooftop (SMART) Solar Scheme to help low-income households consuming less than 100 units of electricity per month become power self-sufficient, offering subsidies of up to 95 percent for installing rooftop solar systems under the state’s new initiative.
Policies & Regulations | 07/10/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NaMo Semiconductor Lab to be Set Up at IIT Bhubaneswar with INR 4.95 Crore Funding
Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved the establishment of the ‘NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory’ at IIT Bhubaneswar with an investment of INR 4.95 crore under the MPLAD Scheme.
Business | 06/10/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MNRE Advises RE Agencies to Comply with GFR Rules, Avoid Short-Window Bids
MNRE has issued an advisory directing renewable energy agencies to ensure compliance with procurement rules and avoid issuing tenders with unusually short submission timelines.
Policies & Regulations | 06/10/2025 | By EI News Network
NHPC has operationalised 107.14 MW of its 300 MW Karnisar Solar Power Plant in Bikaner, Rajasthan. It has also completed the trial run of the balance 200 MW of the Parbati-II hydroelectric project in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 14/04/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ADB Inks MoU with AIIB, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan for Caspian Green Energy Corridor
The Asian Development Bank (ADB), Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), and the energy ministries of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan have signed an MoU to support a feasibility study for the Caspian Green Energy Corridor, advancing regional clean energy cooperation under the CAREC program.
Business | 14/04/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NHEV Acquires Land in Tirunelveli for 3G EV Charging Hub on Kanyakumari–Madurai Route
National Highways for Electric Vehicles acquired land in Tirunelveli to set up Tamil Nadu’s first 3G charging station, accelerating South India’s EV infrastructure rollout under the Union Budget’s green mobility mission.
Business | 12/04/2025 | By EI News Network
Kerala Mandates Rooftop Installations for High Power Consumers
Kerala's Draft Power Policy 2025 mandates rooftop solar for households using over 500 units/month, targets 3.5 GW solar capacity by 2030, and includes major upgrades in storage and infrastructure.
Policies & Regulations | 12/04/2025 | By EI News Network
Uttar Pradesh Targets 22,000 MW Solar Power by 2027
UP aims for 22,000 MW solar capacity by 2027, focusing on rooftop systems, agri-solarisation, and solar parks. Chief Minister Yogi, with Union Minister Joshi, reviews progress under PM solar schemes.
Policies & Regulations | 12/04/2025 | By EI News Network
Sadbhav Futuretech Raises INR 36 CR in Pre-IPO Round to Fund Expansion and Backward Integration
Sadbhav Futuretech, a provider of end-to-end solar water pumping solutions, has raised INR 36 crore in a pre-IPO funding round to fuel its expansion, backward integration, and tech upgrades ahead of its planned public offering.
Investment & Trading | 11/04/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
HPERC Approves PPA for 2 MW Solar Project in Una, Himachal Pradesh
HPERC has approved a PPA between HPSEBL and Jagdambey Solar for a 2 MW rural solar project in Una, Himachal, with INR 3.47/kWh tariff and December 2025 SCOD.
Policies & Regulations | 11/04/2025 | By EI News Network
NTPC, ISA Partner with 7 African Nations for Solar Projects
NTPC and ISA to develop over 1.5 GW solar capacity across Africa, including floating solar in Mauritius; NTPC to lead feasibility studies and bid design for project execution.
Business | 11/04/2025 | By EI News Network
Sungrow Powers Solar-Storage Project with 136 MVA Inverter and 220 MWh Capacity in Australia
With a total inverter capacity of 136 MVA and a total storage capacity of 55MW / 220MWh, the project stands as Australia's largest DC-coupled solar-plus-storage installation to date and marks GPG's first hybrid project.
Energy Storage | 11/04/2025 | By News Bureau
ContourGlobal Launches 221 MWp Solar Plant and 1.2 GWh Energy Storage
Quillagua is a 221 MWp photovoltaic solar plant with a 1.2 GWh battery storage system, capable of delivering 200 MW for 6.2 hours after sunset, making it the largest solar plant coupled with battery storage system in Latin America.
Energy Storage | 11/04/2025 | By News Bureau
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