Rewa Ultra Mega Solar has launched a tender to allocate sites to develop 13.8 GW of cumulative pumped hydro storage capacity in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Prospective developers must submit their bids by July 4.

Researchers at India’s National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar, Assam, have designed a formamidinium tin iodide (FASnI3) active layer-based perovskite solar cell. It could potentially achieve a power conversion efficiency of 31.57%, while also scoring well on other performance parameters.

Ayana Renewable Power says it will develop more than 1 GW of solar and wind capacity, supplemented with a storage solution, to ensure round-the-clock power supplies.

Vibrant Energy will set up a 100 MW (DC) wind-solar hybrid project in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The plant will be connected to the interstate transmission system (ISTS) and will supply round-the-clock power to Saint-Gobain’s facilities in the country.

NTPC says it will assess the feasibility of a 130 MW floating solar plant in the Indian state of Tripura, while Gujarat State Electricity is seeking consultancy services for a proposed 1.5 GW floating solar plant.

A new study by Central Electricity Authority assesses the least-cost, optimal generation capacity mix to meet India’s projected electricity demand for the 2029-30 period.

The Indian solar sector experienced major shifts in market share during 2022, driven by policy changes such as the implementation of basic customs duty on cells and modules and the introduction of an approved list of models and manufacturers, according to Mercom.

Tata Power Renewable Energy has agreed to set up a 280 MW solar project in India, with the power to be sold under a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA). PTC India, meanwhile, has revealed plans to sell solar power to various utilities and commercial and industrial consumers.

Amp Energy has won a 150 MW wind-solar auction in India with a bid of INR 3.07 ($0.037)/kWh.

The Indian state of Uttar Pradesh led yearly electric vehicle sales with a 15.15% share of the cumulative 1.2 million units sold in fiscal 2022-23. It was followed by Maharashtra with a 12.72% share and Karnataka at 9.14%.