India launches 1.6 GW of hybrid wind-solar tenders
NTPC has started accepting bids from developers to supply 1.2 GW of wind-solar hybrid projects throughout India. Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) is also accepting bids to develop 400 MW of wind-solar hybrid power projects on a build-own-operate basis.
World Bank approves $1.5 billion loan to support India’s hydrogen plans
The World Bank has approved a $1.5 billion loan to help promote the development of the green hydrogen market and scale up renewable energy penetration in India.
India records 14.7 GW of new solar in fiscal 2024
India installed about 11.7 GW of utility-scale solar capacity and another 3 GW of rooftop solar capacity in the 12 months ending March 31, 2024.
Brookfield targets $10 billion of renewables under management in India
Brookfield Asset Management says it aims to more than triple its renewable energy assets under management in India to more than $10 billion within the next three to four years.
Researchers suggest using digested polymers for PV cell coatings, encapsulants
An international research team has proposed to use recyclable biomass-digested polymers as a material for PV coatings and encapsulants. The scientists developed a coating for PV cells that reportedly allows an increase in power output of up to 10%.
India’s Gautam Solar showcases TOPCon glass-glass bifacial panels at Intersolar
Gautam Solar’s TOPCon glass-glass bifacial panels are available in power range of 580 Wp to 590 Wp with maximum efficiency up to 22.84%.
India’s JSW Energy starts construction of 1 GWh battery storage
JSW Energy has started construction work for its 1 GWh battery energy storage project in India, marking its foray into energy storage services. The company is also spearheading the development of India’s largest commercial-scale green hydrogen project in India.
New study outlines renewables plan for India
A new study by Indian government think tank NITI Aayog outlines the renewable energy potential for all states to meet their renewable purchase obligations. The report, backed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), also details the storage that will be required for grid balancing.
India’s NHPC launches tender for 2.4 GW of solar
NHPC has started accepting bids from developers to set up 2.4 GW of solar power projects on a build-own-operate basis anywhere in India. Bidding closes on June 29.
India launches 2.4 GW of renewables tenders
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has kicked off 2.4 GW of renewables tenders, including a 1.2 GW procurement exercise and a 1.2 GW round.
