Ezine Archive
April Issue 2024
Month: April 2024
Knowledge Bank
Rating and Ranking of Power Distribution Utilities: Report
The Annual Integrated Rating Exercise, conducted under the approval and guidance of the Ministry of Power since 2012, serves as a transparent, authentic source for utilities to assess their performance and provides a blueprint for […]
International News
JBIC signs deal with three conglomerates for green energy projects in the Philippines
The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with three Philippines-based companies to develop clean and green projects. The three companies comprise Aboitiz Power Corporation, San Miguel Corporation and […]
State Sector
Telangana government plans to set up hydro power plant in Himachal Pradesh
Reportedly, the Telangana government is planning to establish a hydro power generation plant in Himachal Pradesh, aiming to secure affordable power solutions and address the surging demand for electricity. The government intends to exclusively cater […]
Central Sector
SJVN signs MoU with IIT Patna to improve tunneling project performance
SJVN Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) to use advanced geological models in SJVN’s tunnelling projects, thus significantly reducing time and cost overruns. The development of predictive […]
Private Sector
GE Power secures two orders worth Rs 7.75 billion from Jaiprakash Power Venture
GE Power India Limited has secured contracts totaling Rs 7.75 billion from Jaiprakash Power Ventures. The contracts involve design and engineering along with the supply of wet limestone-based flue-gas desulphurisationfor two power plants. The Nigrie […]
International News
Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan signs MoU for energy cooperation
Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the energy sector. The agreement spans a wide range of fields including oil, natural gas, petrochemicals, electricity, clean hydrogen, renewables, […]
Private Sector
JSW Energy board approves raising Rs 50 billion via QIPs
JSW Energy Limited’s board has approved the raising of Rs 50 billion through the issuance of equity on a qualified institutional placement (QIP) basis. The Finance Committee has been authorised to make all necessary decisions […]
Private Sector
Adani Green surpasses 10,000 MW renewable energy milestone
Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has surpassed 10,000 MW of operational portfolio, delivering reliable, affordable, and clean power to the national grid. AGEL’s operational portfolio consists of 7,393 MW solar, 1,401 MW wind and 2,140 […]
Central Sector
MoP urges power plants to strategize for ensuring electricity supply during summer months
The Ministry of Power (MoP) has urged the thermal power plants to engage in advance planning for electricity generation and to avoid maintenance during the upcoming summer season due to anticipated high energy demand. This […]
Private Sector
IndiGrid operationalises greenfield transmission project at Beed, Maharashtra
India Grid Trust (IndiGrid) has operationalised its first greenfield project, Kallam Transmission Limited (KTL) in Beed, Maharashtra. The project has been secured through tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) in December 2021 ans will be developed on […]
Ezine Archive
March Issue 2024
International News
EXIM Thailand to provide THB1 billion credit to GreenYellow for solar infrastructure
The Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand) has signed a THB1,109 million credit facility agreement with France-based Solar 3 (Thailand) Company Limited (GY3) for development of solar infrastructure in the country. Further, GY3 has inked […]
Central Sector
IESA and BCKIC sign MoU to collaborate on critical minerals for energy, energy transition, and green hydrogen
India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) and Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster (BCKIC) Foundation, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance knowledge sharing and foster innovation in the fields of cleantech, critical […]
Private Sector
Waaree Energies secures 220 MW solar module supply order from Sprng Energy
Reportedly, Waaree Energies has secured an order from Sprng Energy to supply 220 MW of solar modules. These modules will be utilised for an upcoming project in Gujarat. The collaboration is an opportunity for Waaree […]
Central Sector
IREDA achieves peak loan sanctions and disbursements
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) has achieved its highest-ever annual loan sanctions and disbursements in the financial year 2023-24. The company has sanctioned loans amounting to Rs 373.54 billion and disbursed loans worth […]
Private Sector
TP Saurya commissions 200 MW solar project in Bikaner, Rajasthan
TP Saurya Limited, a subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited, has commissioned a 200 MW solar project located in Bikaner, Rajasthan, for Tata Power Trading Company Limited, a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company […]
Power Transmission
Expansion Roadmap: Key trends and overview of the power transmission segment
India’s transmission segment has undergone a significant transformation over the years, transitioning from a fragmented network to a well integrated and interconnected grid. The segment has taken significant strides in expanding the physical infrastructure of […]
Company Release
GE Vernova completes spin-off and begins trading on the New York Stock Exchange
GE Vernova announced that its spin-off from GE is complete and it will begin trading as an independent company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol “GEV,” effective at the market […]
Editor's Pick
Impetus to Rooftop Solar: Government launches the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
The government has launched a landmark scheme for the rooftop solar segment – PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The scheme, with a total outlay of Rs 750 billion until 2025-26, aims to provide free electricity […]