According to the latest data from India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), the country’s total installed power capacity reached 452.69 GW as of October, with renewable energy contributing 201.45 GW, or 46.3% of the total.Photovoltaic solar energy leads the renewable segment with 90.76 GW, accounting for 45.1% of the renewable mix, followed by … Continue reading India records 90GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity
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As incentives rise, solar photovoltaic (PV) makers choose states strategically
The higher incentives offered by Odisha have attracted Saatvik Solar, one of India’s largest solar module manufacturers, to set up its cell and module manufacturing project in the eastern state while putting its plans in Gujarat on the back burner. “We had purchased a 60-acre land for a solar project at Gandhidham in Kutch district … Continue reading As incentives rise, solar photovoltaic (PV) makers choose states strategically
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Suzlon & Jindal Renewables Ink 400 MW Captive Wind Power Deal
This marks the first wind energy project for the renewable energy division of the Jindal Group, India’s leading conglomerate. Suzlon Group is set to contribute to decarbonisation of the hard-to-abate sectors by harnessing the power of wind through a significant 400 MW order from JSP Green Wind 1 Pvt. Ltd. (SPV of Jindal Renewables Power … Continue reading Suzlon & Jindal Renewables Ink 400 MW Captive Wind Power Deal
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Redirecting wind energy in India
Accelerating the wind power capacity deployment is a crucial element of India’s energy transition story. This report discusses the role of wind in India’s energy landscape in 2030 and beyond. It highlights key development in the wind sector and their implications for the sector’s growth. The report examines the complementarity of wind and solar in … Continue reading Redirecting wind energy in India
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GE Vernova to supply 19 wind turbines to India
Powerica Limited has selected to install 19 GE Vernova 2.7 MW -132 wind turbines (WTG) at its 51.3 MW wind farm in Devbhumi Dwarka, Gujarat, India. The wind farm will be covered by SECI XVI tranche. Current plans call for the wind turbines for the wind farm, which was booked in the second quarter of … Continue reading GE Vernova to supply 19 wind turbines to India
Continue readingIndia saw great surge in solar photovoltaic (PV) installation in H1 2024
In the first half of 2024, India added 14.9 GW of new solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, a 282% year-on-year increase, surpassing previous records. The first quarter contributed 9.9 GW, while the second quarter added 5 GW. Rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installations reached 1.1 GW, up 26% from 873 MW in the same period of 2023. … Continue reading India saw great surge in solar photovoltaic (PV) installation in H1 2024
Continue readingIndia to add record wind powee, photovoltaic (PV)
India will connect a record 35 gigawatts (GW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind power capacity to its grid during the year ending March 2025, a senior official told Reuters, as it struggles to meet its 2030 clean energy target after falling short of a much-hyped renewables target for 2022.The world’s fastest-growing major economy has … Continue reading India to add record wind powee, photovoltaic (PV)
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JSW Energy commissions 300 MW wind power project in Tamil Nadu
JSW Energy Ltd on Sunday announced that its step-down subsidiary, JSW Renew Energy Two Limited, has successfully completed commissioning for the 300 MW ISTS-connected wind power project awarded by Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) tranche X located at Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu. “This marks the first-ever greenfield wind power plant commissioned by the company for … Continue reading JSW Energy commissions 300 MW wind power project in Tamil Nadu
Continue readingSuzlon Announces India’s Largest Wind Energy Order of 1,166 MW from NTPC Green Energy Limited
NTPC Green Energy Limited, the Renewables Arm of India’s largest energy conglomerate NTPC Limited, partners with India’s Largest Wind Energy OEM for the Nation’s Single Largest Wind Energy Order. After reporting strong FY 25 Q1 results, Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, today announced bagging India’s largest wind energy order from NTPC Green … Continue reading Suzlon Announces India’s Largest Wind Energy Order of 1,166 MW from NTPC Green Energy Limited
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TotalEnergies to invest in new 1 GW photovoltaic (PV) portfolio with Adani Green in India
TotalEnergies and Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) have entered into an agreement to create a new joint venture, equally owned by TotalEnergies and AGEL, with a 1,150 MWac (1,575 MWp) solar portfolio in Khavda in Gujarat. The electricity generated by the solar projects will be sold through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) signed with the federal … Continue reading TotalEnergies to invest in new 1 GW photovoltaic (PV) portfolio with Adani Green in India
Continue readingIndia installed 14.9 GW of photovoltaic (PV) in H1 2024
India added 14.9 GW of new photovoltaic (PV) capacity in the six months ending June, breaking all previous half-year and annual PV installation records.On a year-on-year basis, this is a 282% increase compared to PV installations in H1 2023, according to Mercom India Research’s Q2 2024 India Solar Market Update. Mercom analysts said the commissioning … Continue reading India installed 14.9 GW of photovoltaic (PV) in H1 2024
Continue readingThe installed capacity of solar photovoltaic energy in India reaches 85.47 GW and wind energy, 46.65 GW
The government reported on Tuesday that the total installed capacity of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy in the country amounts to 85.47 gigawatts (GW) and wind energy to 46.65 GW. India has taken several measures and initiatives to promote the development of renewable energy (RE), including solar and wind energy. These measures directly or indirectly incentivize … Continue reading The installed capacity of solar photovoltaic energy in India reaches 85.47 GW and wind energy, 46.65 GW
Continue readingIndia’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity reaches 85.4 GW
India’s installed PV capacity has increased to 85.4 GW, according to recent data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. This marks a significant increase from the 73.3 GW recorded at the end of 2023, underscoring the country’s progress on its clean energy ambitions. Rajasthan leads the country with 22.4 GW of installed PV … Continue reading India’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity reaches 85.4 GW
Continue readingSuzlon secures order for 103.95 MW of wind power from AMPIN Energy Transition
Supply 33 wind turbines with a nominal power of 3.15 MW each. Project at the client’s premises in Fatehgarh district of Rajasthan, with a total installed capacity of 103.95 MW.Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, today announced the award of a new order for the development of a 103.95 MW wind power project … Continue reading Suzlon secures order for 103.95 MW of wind power from AMPIN Energy Transition
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India sets course for new era of wind energy with Viability Gap Funding approval for offshore wind
GWEC and the India Offshore Wind Working Group welcomes the approval of the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme for offshore wind energy projects in India. GWEC met with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in 2022 and pressed for financial support mechanisms such as Viability Gap Funding in India. GWEC has continued to engage … Continue reading India sets course for new era of wind energy with Viability Gap Funding approval for offshore wind
Continue readingADB to build 400 MW photovoltaic (PV) plant in Gujarat
Asian Development Bank (ADB) has made a major financial move to support renewable energy by giving the ENGIE group a Rs 1,460 crore loan. Using this money, a 400-megawatt solar photovoltaic power plant will be built in Surendranagar, Gujarat. This program fits with India’s big plan to build at least 500 gigawatts of non-fossil fuel … Continue reading ADB to build 400 MW photovoltaic (PV) plant in Gujarat
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Harnessing the wind power
India, a leading advocate for carbon mitigation, has also increased its focus on leveraging its vast land for wind energy generation to achieve its ambitious renewable energy targets. Thanks to persistent efforts by the stakeholders, India’s wind energy capacity has seen impressive growth, reaching 46.16 GW in April 2024, up from just 1.2 GW in … Continue reading Harnessing the wind power
Continue readingGWEC India Appoints Suzlon’s Girish Tanti as New Chair
As Global Wind Day is celebrated across the world, GWEC India is delighted to announce Mr. Girish Tanti, Vice-Chairman of Suzlon Group, has been appointed as the Chair. The position plays a key role in driving GWEC India’s work with national and state government’s that assist government and industry’s efforts for building the right momentum … Continue reading GWEC India Appoints Suzlon’s Girish Tanti as New Chair
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Photovoltaics have multiplied by 17 in 7 years in India
India’s installed otovoltaic capacity has increased 17 times in the last seven years and the country’s otovoltaic power capacity is now about 45 gigawatts, a member of India’s delegation at the UN climate summit said on Sunday. . Although India represents 17% of the world’s population, its historical cumulative emissions are only 4%, J.R. said. … Continue reading Photovoltaics have multiplied by 17 in 7 years in India
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Suzlon secures 103.95 MW wind power order from AMPIN Energy Transition
Supply 33 wind turbines with a nominal power of 3.15 MW eachThe project is part of the Hybrid Project under various SECI and C&I (Commercial and Industrial) client offerings.A project of this size can provide electricity to ~85 lakh homes and curb ~3.38 lakh tonnes of CO2 emissions per year.Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy … Continue reading Suzlon secures 103.95 MW wind power order from AMPIN Energy Transition
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