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FDRE Projects Create New Revenue Streams Through Surplus Power Sales

Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) projects are creating new revenue opportunities for developers by enabling the sale of excess renewable generation. These projects typically combine oversized solar, wind, and battery ...

June 9, 2026

Markets & Policy

MNRE Waives Factory Inspection for Higher-Wattage ALMM Solar Modules

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has waived the requirement for physical factory inspections for certain higher-wattage solar modules under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). The waiver will apply...

June 9, 2026

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Developers Flag Risks in CERC’s Network Access Delay Charges Proposal

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission’s (CERC) proposed framework for milestone extension charges could bring greater discipline to the General Network Access (GNA) regime. However, renewable energy developers say the fina...

June 8, 2026

Markets & Policy

ALMM List-II Relief Only for PM Surya Ghar Consumers Giving Up Subsidy

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has clarified that residential rooftop solar consumers availing net metering under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana who choose the ‘Give It Up’ option are exempt from the applica...

June 9, 2026

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Ministry of Defense Approves 250 MW Solar Plus Storage Project

India’s Ministry of Defense has approved a 250 MW solar power project with a battery energy storage system at Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, on approximately 850 acres of vacant land. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh approved the project, which will be...

June 9, 2026

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CERC Allows Withdrawal of Grid Connectivity Request for 250 MW Hybrid Project

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has directed the Central Transmission Utility of India (CTUIL) to process the application of a renewable energy project developer to withdraw connectivity for its proposed 250 MW wind-solar hybrid...

June 9, 2026

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POWERGRID Floats Tender for 400 kV GIS Substation in Tamil Nadu

Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID) has invited bids to set up a 400 kV gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) substation in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, for the transmission system associated with proposed green hydrogen and green ammonia projects in the...

June 9, 2026

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Dhanish Cotton Mills Installs Rooftop Solar to Cut Carbon Emissions

India’s textile industry has always been energy-intensive. But with rising power costs and growing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, textile manufacturers are increasingly turning to solar power as a practical business solution. A recent rooftop...

June 9, 2026

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esVolta Secures $450 Million Upsized Credit Facility for Energy Storage Portfolio

esVolta, a developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale battery energy storage projects, has expanded its corporate credit facility to up to $450 million to support new energy storage projects across North America. Nomura Securities International,...

June 9, 2026

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Suniva to Merge With SUNation Energy in Reverse Merger Deal

SUNation Energy, a provider of residential and commercial solar energy systems and battery storage solutions, has signed a definitive reverse merger agreement with Suniva, a U.S.-based manufacturer of monocrystalline silicon solar cells. Under the...

June 9, 2026

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Uttar Pradesh Approves Tariff for 5 MW Concentrated Solar Power Project

The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has approved a power purchase agreement (PPA) entered into by a developer with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation (UPPCL) for a 5 MW concentrated solar power pilot project in Unnao with a...

June 9, 2026

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InCharge Energy Raises $46 Million Led by S2G Investments

InCharge Energy, an EV charging and energy solutions provider, has announced a $46 million investment led by multi-asset investment firm S2G Investments, with participation from QIC, a globally diversified investment manager. The funding will...

June 9, 2026

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Adani Energy Solutions to Acquire Smart Metering Company IntelliSmart

Adani Energy Solutions (AESL) has signed a binding securities purchase and subscription agreement to acquire 100% of the equity in smart metering company IntelliSmart Infrastructure. IntelliSmart is a joint venture between the National Investment...

June 9, 2026

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Agra Hospital Eyes Lower Power Costs With 321.6 kW Rooftop Solar System

The Institute of Mental Health and Hospital in Uttar Pradesh’s Agra district has installed a 321.6 kW rooftop solar system with the potential to generate 469,536 units of electricity annually. The move will help the institution offset a significant...

June 9, 2026

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