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Maruti Suzuki India commissions 300 kW Green Hydrogen (GH2) electrolyzer plant
Maruti Suzuki India commissioned a 300 kW Green Hydrogen (GH2) electrolyzer plant, a pilot initiative, at its Manesar Facility. The project would help the firm maximise the use of its solar energy generated on-site. The Green Hydrogen produced would be blende…
ADB commits $1 bn to support sustainable growth and resilience of India's cities
The Asian Development Bank approved significant funding for India's urban development initiatives. A USD 1 billion loan will support urban reforms and investments across the nation. Another USD 850 million loan will accelerate India's rooftop solar program …
Women - led factories in Mandya go fully solar , cut costs , boost jobs
Reliance Intelligence to operationalise 120MW AI capacity by year-end
Reliance Intelligence to build its AI backbone in Jamnagar, which will be powered entirely from Reliance’s solar generation from the Kutch renewable platform
India PV Sales Surge 25 % in May 2026
Solar June Sunshine can be a relief
In a bold move to elevate its energy self-sufficiency, India is ramping up efforts to develop its environmental capabilities. The ALMM scheme is at the forefront, incentivizing domestic production of solar equipment, thereby decreasing dependency on internati…
The Race to Build the World’s Largest Solar Farms Is Accelerating
Over the last two decades, solar panels have fallen in price while efficiency has increased. Greater uptake and high levels of investment in research and development have led to vast improvements in solar power technology. As panel prices fall and governments…
Bokaro admin to develop 10 model solar villages
Bokaro district administration to develop 10 model solar villages under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with bank-linked loans to boost rooftop solar adoption.
A first among major nations, India is industrializing with solar
While China’s push to modernize sparked a surge in burning coal, India is turning to increasingly cheap solar to meet its booming energy needs. Though it faces big hurdles, including a rickety grid, India’s solar buildout could soon be a model for other emerg…
India connects 40 lakh homes to rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar scheme
India sees rising evening power shortages as solar supply fades
Diversification drive: Coal India has 524 MW of solar projects under execution
Coal India aims for 5 GW solar capacity by 2030, currently executing 524 MW of solar projects as part of diversification.
Reliance operationalises clean energy giga complex; elevates national exchequer contribution to Rs 2,16,472 crore in FY26
Reliance Industries has launched its clean energy operations. The company commissioned solar module manufacturing and began advanced work on a battery storage giga-factory. Reliance also significantly increased its contributions to the national exchequer. J…
Air pollution cut India solar power output by 9 . 6 % in 2023 , study says
India’s solar crisis has been failure of planning, coordination and infrastructure: Swaminathan Aiyar
India’s rapid solar expansion is creating an unusual crisis where electricity prices on the Indian Energy Exchange briefly fell to zero in May because solar generation exceeded demand and grid capacity. Rajasthan, which holds 27% of India’s solar capacity, ha…
Green energy isn’t Europe’s problem — storage is
Solar and wind produce lots of energy — but not always at the right time. More battery storage could help Europe to stabilize prices and replace polluting fossil fuel energy, but roadblocks remain.
Green energy isn't Europe's problem — storage is
Solar and wind produce lots of energy — but not always at the right time. More battery storage could help Europe to stabilize prices and replace polluting fossil fuel energy, but roadblocks remain.
Solar energy companies tap BESS - The HinduBusinessLine
Solar energy companies tap Battery Energy Storage Systems
Indian solar companies are ramping up Battery Energy Storage Systems, targeting significant capacity growth by 2028, amidst rising competition.
New coating steps up green hydrogen output, lowers cost
IIT-Guwahati's new coating boosts green hydrogen production by 51%, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs in solar-powered systems.
India’s SolarSquare is raising $60M at a $500M valuation. It has powered 50,000 homes.
SolarSquare, an Indian rooftop solar startup, is in advanced talks to raise $55 million to $60 million at a valuation between $450 million and $500 million, TechCrunch reports. B Capital and Lightspeed Venture Partners are set to co-lead the Series C round. T…
India’s solar hour peak power demand tops 267 GW on Friday
A high of 267.45 GW was recorded at 1529 hours on Friday, against the all-time high of 270.82 GW recorded on Thursday
India blocks China’s first request to setup WTO dispute panel in IT, solar measures
India has blocked China's initial request for a World Trade Organization dispute panel. China alleges India's tariffs and incentives unfairly target its information technology and solar energy imports. India maintains its measures align with global trade rule…
Solar & wind expansion set to trigger USD 10–15 Billion land investments by 2030: Colliers India
Solar & wind expansion set to trigger USD 10–15 Billion land investments by 2030: Colliers India
Assam, Odisha, UP and Bihar lead solar wave as rooftop boom outpaces India’s grid readiness
PM Surya Ghar installations cross 31 lakh, but ageing grids, DISCOM delays and transformer stress threaten India’s next rooftop solar growth phase
Could this new sci-fi genre help us get to a better climate future?
In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we look at new visions of the future in books and movies that have moved beyond dystopias, check out a new solar-powered EV that you can ride as a tourist and learn about the new options for your garden in a warm…
A First Among Major Nations, India Is Industrializing With Solar
While China's push to modernize sparked a surge in burning coal, India is turning to increasingly cheap solar to meet its booming energy needs. Though it faces big hurdles, including a rickety grid, India's solar buildout could soon be a model for other emerg…
FIMER Announces Strategic Partnership With Redington Solar To Strengthen Pan India Distributor Network
FIMER Announces Strategic Partnership With Redington Solar To Strengthen Pan India Distributor Network
India needs $10-15 billion worth land parcels in five years to set up solar, wind energy projects: Colliers
India needs substantial land for renewable energy expansion. By 2030, approximately 7 lakh acres will be required for solar and wind projects. This land acquisition is estimated to cost between USD 10 to 15 billion. The country is set to significantly increa…
India solar industry seeks higher power prices amid record demand
India's solar industry is urging the power market regulator to raise electricity price limits on exchanges. Companies say the current cap hinders profitability and investment, especially with demand soaring due to heat waves. Peak power demand has hit record …