International Solar Festival brings world together to celebrate sun’s impact - PM Modi :
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the global significance of the International Solar Festival, noting that it brings the world together to celebrate the sun’s impact on building a sustainable future. Speaking via video message, Modi highlighted India’s significant strides in green energy, particularly solar power, and noted that the festival symbolizes a shared global commitment to solar energy and environmental sustainability.
Modi calls for global solar action during the first international solar festival :
During a visit to Singapore, Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Lawrence Wong identified six key pillars for bilateral cooperation: sustainability, digitalization, skills development, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and connectivity. These focus areas aim to enhance energy collaboration, digital innovation, healthcare partnerships, semiconductor supply chains, and transportation links, fostering deeper ties as India and Singapore mark 60 years of diplomatic relations.
India to soon decide on non-tariff barriers on solar cell imports to boost local production :
The Indian government is will soon decide on imposing non-tariff barriers on solar cell imports by including them in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), a move that could reshape the sector by curbing Chinese imports and promoting domestic production.
NTPC commissions 160 MW as first part of 320 MW solar project in Jaisalmer :
NTPC has commissioned a 160 MW solar project in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This is part of their 320 MW Bhainsara solar project. NTPC Renewable Energy Limited will be responsible for operating this plant. The company has already begun commercial operation of the project. This project has increased the total installed and commercial capacity of the NTPC group to 76,294 MW.
50% of Gen Z prefers solar solutions, followed by Millennials at 46%, and Gen X at 40% - Survey by Luminous Power Technologies :
Luminous Power Technologies has released a survey titled ‘Solar Spectrum of New India’ which reveals significant challenges and perception gap regarding the accessibility of solar energy solutions among different demographics in India.
partnerships, semiconductor supply chains, and transportation links, fostering deeper ties as India and Singapore mark 60 years of diplomatic relations.
Epic Energy to Set Up 35 MW Solar Park for Group Captive Projects :
sun Drops Energia receives letters of intent to set up 7 MW projects for two clients Mumbai-based Epic Energy , a solar EPC solutions provider, announced it is setting up a 35 MW solar park near Solapur in Maharashtra with Niva Ecotech , a solar park developer.
DERC Grants Tata Power Extension for 510 MW Hybrid Power Project :
TPREL filed the petition seeking relief due to delays in operationalizing the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) substations at Koppal-II and Gadag-II, critical for evacuating power from its project in Karnataka. TPREL requested an extension of the SCOD from March 7, 2025, to 60 days after the ISTS substations become operational.
Exempted export-oriented green hydrogen projects from solar module shortlist to lower costs :
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has exempted export-oriented green hydrogen projects from its solar module shortlist of domestic manufacturers to enable them to lower costs to the level of grey hydrogen, MNRE Secretary Bhupinder S Bhalla said. Setting up renewable energy capacity, like solar, to power electrolysers is essential for the production of green hydrogen and contributes significantly to project costs.
Greening Waste Management in Maharashtra - Growatt Inverters at Work :
Maharashtra Enviro Private Limited (MEPL), a government-approved facility for hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal with plants in Pune and Nagpur. MEPL is helping to mitigate the damaging effects of waste pollution, ensuring that hazardous materials are handled safely and responsibly, thereby safeguarding the health of both communities and the planet.
Read more.. https://solarquarter.com/2024/09/06/greening-waste-management-in-maharashtra-growatt-inverters-at-work/
Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission Proposes Draft Regulations 2024 To Boost Renewable Energy Procurement :
The Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) issued a public notice in August 2024 to inform the public about proposed regulations concerning the procurement of energy from renewable sources and its compliance.
Honeywell Launches India’s First On-Grid Solar Microgrid with Battery Storage in Lakshadweep :
Honeywell Automation India Limited (HAIL) has successfully delivered and commissioned a microgrid Battery Energy and Storage System (BESS) for the Solar Energy Corporation of India’s (SECI) Lakshadweep Islands project. This initiative marks a significant milestone as India’s first on-grid solar project utilizing BESS technology to manage the distribution of renewable energy.
Solar Cell Production To Come Under ALMM Soon - Pralhad Joshi :
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is planning to bring solar cell production under the government listing by bringing an ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturer) like policy for solar cell production.
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