Renewable Energy

Centre approves ₹531 crore aid for Rajasthan solar power providers

Global demand for Indian professionals is surging, with Australia, the UK, the US and the UAE ramping up hiring as competition for skilled talent intensifies

Central Electricity Authority plans infra to evacuate 60-70 Gw power

The authority is focusing on transmission connectivity for renewable projects while addressing grid stability concerns arising from the rapid integration of clean energy

Central Electricity Authority plans infra to evacuate 60-70 Gw power

The authority is focusing on transmission connectivity for renewable projects while addressing grid stability concerns arising from the rapid integration of clean energy

Meta partners with Fourth Partner Energy for 88 MW RE projects in India

Fourth Partner Energy (FPEL) said on Wednesday it has partnered with Meta Platforms Inc. on 88 megawatts alternating current (MWac) of renewable energy projects across India, as the technology company seeks to advance its clean energy and emissions reduction goals in the country. Under the agreement, FPEL will own and operate a portfolio of solar and wind projects across the states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. Meta will purchase 100 per cent of the environmental attributes associated with the projects, FPEL said in a statement. The deal supports the addition of renewable energy capacity to India's power grid and forms part of Meta's broader strategy to align its operations with clean energy sources. "These projects with Fourth Partner Energy represent a commitment to India's clean energy ecosystem, helping to bring new renewable energy capacity onto the grid and address Meta's value chain emissions in the region. This is consistent with our broader goal

Centre relaxes solar module sourcing rules to boost rooftop installations

Residential rooftop solar projects under PM Surya Ghar not availing central subsidy will remain exempt from ALMM List-II for solar cells until March 2027

MNRE forms panel to review ALMM-II exemption requests for solar projects

Committee comprising officials from SECI, IREDA and NISE will examine requests for commissioning extensions beyond May 31, 2026, under the domestic solar cell mandate

Achieving energy self-reliance is key amid global crises: PM Modi

PM Modi said India has remained resilient through global crises, highlighting self-reliance, energy security and infrastructure-led growth

Adani Energy Solutions soars 5%, hits over 3-year high; here's why

In the past six months, Adani Energy Solutions stock zoomed 61 per cent as against a 13.3 per cent dip in the BSE Sensex.

India shouldn't let headwinds cloud its growth potential: Citi's Fraser

Citi Chair and CEO Jane Fraser says India remains the world's fastest-growing major economy and should stay focused on its long-term growth trajectory

Suzlon broadens clean energy portfolio with battery storage plans

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is adding financial pressure on India, a large importer of fuels whose circulation depends on the region

India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions

Industry groups estimate the tougher regime could cut revenue by about 11 per cent for solar projects and as much as 48 per cent for wind farms

Suzlon plans integrated wind-solar-storage business: Vice-Chairman

Suzlon plans to evolve into a wind-solar-storage solutions provider, targeting integrated renewable projects, asset management growth and global expansion

Lao deputy PM pitches strategic partnership to Indian businesses

Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane highlighted Laos' strategic location, policy reforms and incentives as he sought greater Indian investment and business partnerships

RE targets may create 4.4 mn jobs by 2030, rooftop solar to lead: Study

Rooftop solar creates more jobs because it has to be installed in homes, shops and buildings, unlike large RE projects that are built at a single site

Why India's new industrial index matters more than ever to growth

With a 2022-23 base year, the revamped IIP captures emerging industries, renewable energy and changing production patterns more accurately

Solar industry split as locally made cell mandate kicks in on Monday

Mandatory domestic sourcing of solar cells takes effect from June 1, testing project economics while boosting India's manufacturing ambitions

Avaada Group plans to add 5GW renewable projects in FY27: Chairman

Avaada Group is looking to add renewable energy projects totalling 5 gigawatt (GW) in the current financial year as the company has signed PPAs and received connectivity approvals for the upcoming capacities, a company executive said. The group was able to add 2 GW of renewable energy projects during the last financial year, said Chairman Vineet Mittal. Another 1-2 GW capacity could have been added in FY26 but due to issues related to signing of PPAs and transmission infrastructure , the company was unable to do so, he noted. "Last year we could have brought 1-2 gigawatts more, but due to delays in the signing of PPAs and delays in full readiness of the transmission system, we had to align our commissioning schedule with the readiness transmission system," Mittal said in reply to a question if his company had to push timelines for planned capacities due to transmission and grid connectivity issues. With addition of 5GW, the company's overall operational capacity will reach 12GW by

Best of BS Opinion: Water stress, IIP reforms, and the Quad's quandary

Today's BS Opinion examines India's deepening water stress, the revised IIP framework, Middle East-linked growth risks, the Quad's evolving strategy, and a review of The Liver Doctor

India's energy investment likely to reach $170 billion in 2026, says IEA

The IEA said India's energy investment growth has been driven by solar, coal, transmission and battery storage infrastructure expansion

Power stocks surge on strong order books, demand outlook and earnings

Shares of power companies surged as investors cheered strong order books, renewable energy demand and robust earnings visibility across the sector