Solar

India Adds 11GW Solar Capacities In The First 5 Months Of 2024

The latest statistics from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) revealed that India added around 11 GW of new solar capacities in the first five months of 2024. However, wind capacity additions remained on a lower side. The latest monthly renewable energy capacity report from the MNRE said that India added 2463.82 MW […]

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IEA Forecasts Solar PV Investment To Exceed USD 500 Bn In 2024

The International Energy Agency’s (IEA) recent report on world energy investment found that investment in solar PV surpassed all other generation technologies combined. It found a noticeable rise in solar panel costs that have decreased by 30% over the last two years. International Energy Agency (IEA) report said, “The prices for minerals and metals which […]

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US Solar Installed Capacity Soars 71% In Q1 2024, Hits 200-GW Mark

US Solar Manufacturing Association (SEIA) recently reported setting a record 11 gigawatts (GW) of new solar module manufacturing capacity in the United States during Q1 2024. The organization claims this to be the largest quarter of solar manufacturing growth in American history. According to the US Solar Market Insight Q2 2024 report released by the […]

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US Invests $ 9.5 Mn To Study Social Dynamics Of Siting Solar Project

The US Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced an investment of $9.5 million for four new projects. This study was undertaken to examine the ways that siting practices can influence public attitudes toward and permitting of large-scale solar facilities. The research is expected to generate actionable insights that improve outcomes for host communities. It particularly […]

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NHPC Releases Tender For 1.2 GW Solar Project Across India

National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), an Indian Hydropower generation company released tender, inviting bids for selection of solar power generators for setting up 1200 MW (1.2 GW) ISTS-connected solar power projects anywhere in India basis under TBCB. Bid Submission Start Date: 31-05-2024 Bid Submission End Date: 29-06-2024 Bid Opening Date: 04-07-2024 End Date – 29-06-2024 […]

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Solar, Wind Offers $12 Bn Climate Benefit To US In 2023, Finds Study

A recent article by Berkeley Lab investigated the impact of wind and solar energy generation on climate and air quality benefits in the United States from 2019 to 2022. It highlights how wind and solar power have contributed to reducing emissions by displacing fossil fuel output. The Berkeley Lab report underscores the importance of understanding […]

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India’s Peak Power Demand Smashes 2023 Peak, Touches 250 GW

The Indian power sector met a record maximum power demand of 250 GW on 30th May’24 whereas, the non-solar demand touched an all-time high of 234.3 GW on 29th May This spike in power demand reflects the combined impact of weather-related loads and growing industrial and residential power consumption in these areas. On 30th May, […]

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Enfinity Global Finances 1.2 GW Solar, Wind Power Plants In India

US-based Enfinity Global Inc., today announced that it has signed $135 million in financing for the development and construction of 1.2 GW of solar and wind projects in India. The financing is being provided by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) through subsidiaries of CPPIB Credit Investments Inc. The projects in this portfolio, […]

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Chitradurga, Bellary Emerge As New RE Hotspots In Karnataka

Karnataka is among the leading renewable-rich states in India. It is also touted as one of the earliest adopters of green energy. As per the latest data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Karnataka ranks third in India when it comes to total solar capacities. Till April 2024, the southern Indian state […]

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