MoP Sets New Bidding Guidelines for Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) has introduced a new set of rules to promote the development of Pumped Storage Plants (PSPs). The government’s latest norms aim to provide a standardized procurement framework based on open competitive bidding. They also establish clear risk-sharing mechanisms among various stakeholders. The government’s latest notification applies to developers and procurers […] Read more
NHPC, AP Genco Form JV To Develop 5 GW PSP Projects Updated On Fri, Jan 24th, 2025 by Saurenergy The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) partnered with Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation Limited (APGENCO) to develop a 5.07 GW pumped storage project (PSPs) across five locations in Andhra Pradesh. The NHPC told about its plans for the joint venture in Andhra Pradesh in a regulatory filing. NHPC said, “The Joint Venture Company envisions planning, […] Read more
SJVN, Maharashtra Partner To Develop PSPs, Floating Solar Projects Updated On Fri, Sep 27th, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the Maharashtra government to build Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) and Floating Solar Projects in the state. The total estimated investment for these projects is approximately Rs. 48,000 crores. It is expected to create around 8,400 direct and indirect employment […] Read more
CEA Approves 2.5 GW Of PSP Projects In Maharashtra Updated On Mon, Sep 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has announced concurring two more Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) in Maharashtra namely-1500 MW Bhavali PSP being developed by JSW Energy Ltd. and 1000 MW Bhivpuri PSP being developed by Tata Power Co. Ltd. These PSPs are concurred with the support of the Central Water Commission (CWC), Geological Survey of India […] Read more
NHPC Revises MoU With Maharashtra Govt For 7,350 MW PSPs Updated On Wed, Sep 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy On September 3, State owned NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Private Limited) said that it has re-entered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra’s Department of Water Resources (WRD) for 7,350 MW renewable energy storage systems. The MoU aims to establish energy storage systems, specifically pumped storage projects (PSPs), in the state of Maharashtra. […] Read more
Changing Dynamics: Indian Green Firms Shift Focus On Energy Storage Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy In March 2022, India’s leading renewable energy company Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) collaborated with another Indian leading player in the energy storage systems–Greenko. The partnership was to seek the Hyderabad-based company’s assistance in getting Round-The-Clock (RTC) power for AGEL’s projects through Greenko’s PSP assets. PSPs are often termed as giant batteries which can storage […] Read more
THDC to Build RE Projects of 3270 MW in Karnataka Updated On Fri, Nov 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy Uttarakhand-based government firm THDC India Ltd (THDCIL) has set sights on establishing 3,270 megawatts (MWs) of clean energy projects in Karnataka with emphasis on pumped storage and floating solar in the state. The THDC project in Karnataka is likely to boost the growth of renewable energy in the state also increase the presence of THDC […] Read more
NTPC & Meghalaya Join Hands for Floating Solar, PSPs Updated On Tue, Jul 11th, 2023 by Saurenergy Energy conglomerate NTPC Limited and the Meghalaya Government have entered into various agreements to augment renewable power in Meghalaya. The MoUs entail Power Portfolio Management Services (PMS) for Meghalaya DISCOM. The agreements will also pave the way for the establishment of Pump Storage Power Plants (PSPs), as well as floating solar projects in the state. […] Read more
Serentica Renewables Enters into 1,500 MWhr Energy Storage Contract with Greenko Updated On Mon, Jul 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy Serentica Renewables, a C&I focused renewable energy developer in India, has announced that it has signed a first-of-its-kind standalone energy storage capacity offtake contract with global energy storage developer, Greenko Group. As part of this contract, Serentica will leverage Greenko’s unique energy storage capabilities to utilise a cumulative 1,500 MWhr capacity from its upcoming energy […] Read more
