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Installed solar in India increased over 25 times between 2014-2023
Installed solar in India increased over 25 times between 2014-2023
However, authorities also noted risks with large-scale phasing-in of clean energy.
Coal demand in India to reach 1.5 billion tonnes by 2029-2030
Currently, there is a gap between demand and supply.
Coal India production up 8% in Q1 FY 2025
Five of seven producing units breached their targets.
India issues guidelines for 'Incentives to DISCOMs' under PM-Surya Ghar scheme
The scheme, with a budget of ₹75,021 crore, will run until FY 2026-27.
Increase in insurance patents for clean energy, carbon capture reflects net-zero support
First half data for both nearly doubled.
No total ban on coal power plants in PH, gov’t clarifies
Authorities clarify the coverage of a 2020 moratorium.
KPI Green Energy to develop 100-MW solar plant in India
The deal includes operation and maintenance for three years.
Harapaki Wind Farm in New Zealand starts full operation
This is the second largest wind farm in the country.
Masdar raises $1b through second green bond for clean energy projects
This follows the initial issuance in 2023 amounting to $750m.
Global electricity demand to log highest levels in 2024-2025
This is seen to reach 4% globally.
Alinta Energy, Parkwind apply feasibility licence for Aussie offshore wind farm
Once granted, developers will be able to study the project’s viability.
India requires $100B to decarbonize heavy industries
Investment in renewable energy is crucial to meet decarbonization goals by 2030.
India assures six transmission projects completed by year end despite facing delays
The delay was caused by the Supreme Court judgement on transmission lines.
India to invest $35.4m in Nepal’s 900-MW hydro project
This is in collaboration with SJVN Limited.
ADB allocates $240.5m for India’s rooftop solar system
Loans will be accessible via the State Bank of India and the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development.
IREDA’s net profit jumps 30.25% in Q1 FY 2024-2025
Earnings for the quarter reached $46.79m.
Origin Energy, RES JV bags feasibility licence for offshore wind projects in Australia
These are seen to deliver 1.5GW of installed capacity.
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