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Exploring CfDs
Shift towards market-linked renewable power procurement [...] -
Solar dominates power sector growth while BESS gathers pace
Renewable Watch Research [...] -
Unlocking Demand
Opportunities and challenges in the green hydrogen sector [...] -
Beyond Landfills
Case studies of select WtE and bio-CNG projects across India [...] -
Green Hydrogen Economics
Cost and financing considerations [...] -
Powering Reliability
Moving towards advanced e-beam cross-linking and insulation technologies [...]
TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS
Green Contracts: VPPAs to provide an alternative decarbonisation route for C&I consumers
By Karan Sharma India’s virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) market has transitioned from being a mere concept to a formal regulatory mechanism over the past year. With the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issuing the […]
Levelling Up: Green hydrogen sector activity gathers pace
The green hydrogen and ammonia market in India continues to expand, supported by a growing project pipeline, supply agreements, investments in manufacturing and policy initiatives. Project activity in the country now spans green hydrogen production, […]
Growing Pipeline: Battery storage market moves towards larger-scale deployment
India’s battery energy storage system (BESS) is witnessing growing momentum as storage assumes a larger role in supporting renewable energy integration and grid reliability. According to the Central Electricity Authority’s (CEA) National Generation Adequacy Plan, […]
Exploring Agri-PV: Promise and potential in India
India’s total agriphotovoltaics (agri-PV) potential is estimated at 1,192-2,129 GW, based on different power density assumptions ranging from 0.42 MW to 0.75 MW per hectare. Using state-wise agricultural statistics and cropping intensity adjustments, around 2.835 […]
Beyond Landfills: Case studies of select WtE and bio-CNG projects across India
By Karan Sharma The cover story of Renewable Watch’s April 2026 issue “Waste Wise” covered waste management challenges in Delhi-NCR, the growing burden of legacy waste at landfill sites, the need for improved waste processing […]
Farm First: Bioenergy emerges as a key pillar of Punjab’s renewables growth
By Nidhi Dua Punjab’s power sector reflects the unique characteristics of an agriculture-driven economy, where electricity demand witnesses a sharp seasonal surge during the paddy procurement and irrigation months. Over the years, the state has […]
Building a Greener Grid: Delhi accelerates clean energy uptake and strengthens discom efficiency
By Nidhi Dua Delhi’s electricity demand has risen alongside its expanding consumer base, with power consumption increasing from 29,415.87 MUs in 2015-16 to 30,996.29 MUs in 2025-26 (up to December 2025). Demand is expected to […]
Green Surge: Renewables dominate Karnataka’s power mix
By Nidhi Dua Karnataka’s power sector has undergone a sea change. After experiencing a severe energy deficit of almost 14 per cent in 2011-12, the state has steadily improved its generation capacity over the past […]
Expansion Moves: Inox Clean Energy acquires Vena Energy India to accelerate inorganic growth
By Preeti Wadhwa India’s renewable energy merger and acquisition (M&A) market remains active, with acquisitions emerging as an important growth strategy for developers. The latest example is Inox Clean Energy Limited’s (ICEL) acquisition of Vena […]
Green Hydrogen Economics: Cost and financing considerations
Green hydrogen has rapidly moved from being a long-term decarbonisation concept to an emerging industrial and energy transition priority. Backed by policy support, growing institutional interest and ambitious project announcements, the sector has witnessed significant […]
Key Statistics: CFA released under the National Bioenergy Programme Phase I
Sustained Growth: Financial performance of select renewable manufacturers during 2025-26
By Nidhi Dua and Karan Sharma The financial results for all four quarters of FY 2025-26, ended March 31, 2026, have been announced by several renewable energy manufacturing companies. The renewable manufacturing sector demonstrated resilience […]
Bondada Group: Shift from standalone solar to integrated solutions
The Bondada Group entered the renewable energy space in 2017. Since then, the company has steadily expanded its footprint, building a 9 GW diversified portfolio, with projects at various stages of execution and delivery. The […]
Interview with Arti Dogra: “We have made significant progress in metering and network strengthening”
Power Line (a sister publication of Renewable Watch) is hosting a special 12-part podcast series, “Discom Perspectives”, sponsored by the STS Association. The first episode featured an interaction with Arti Dogra (IAS), Chairman, Rajasthan Discoms, […]
Global Hydrogen Review 2026: Report
Key highlights from the report “Global Hydrogen Review 2026” published by the International Energy Agency (IEA) are: The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted global production and trade of hydrogen-based products. The Middle East […]
Floating Solar Potential in India: Report
The rapid scale-up of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity is central to achieving global and national climate and energy transition goals. While ground-mounted solar PV has expanded significantly, land availability has emerged as a critical constraint, […]
Green Hydrogen Market Opportunity and Export Outlook: IHA Presentation
At the 11th edition of Green Hydrogen in India conference organised by Renewable Watch, Amrit Singh Deo, Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting & Lead, India Hydrogen Alliance Secretariat highlighted these trends and challenges shaping India’s […]
Eco Wise Waste Management: Advancing circular economy solutions in India
India’s waste management sector is moving through a phase of formalisation, driven by stronger segregation norms, traceability requirements and extended producer responsibility (EPR). Founded in 2006, Eco Wise Waste Management operates across multiple waste streams […]
Aroma Solar: New entrant in the solar manufacturing space
India’s rapid expansion in solar manufacturing capacity, supported by policy frameworks and rising domestic demand, has encouraged companies to move beyond conventional module supply towards more integrated business models that combine manufacturing, project execution and […]
LNK Energy: Building an integrated clean energy platform
Launched in 2026, LNK Energy aims to position itself as an integrated clean energy platform across the renewable value chain, spanning advanced solar manufacturing, renewable power generation and emerging green fuels. In an interview with […]
Bluebird Solar introduces G12R bifacial solar modules
Bluebird Solar has introduced its new G12R bifacial solar modules with a power output of 630 Wp and module efficiency of up to 23.32 per cent. The modules are based on N-type TOPCon technology and […]
Suzlon unveils S175 wind turbine for FDRE projects
Suzlon has launched the S175 (5 MW) wind turbine, following its commissioning at Vijayanagar, Karnataka. The turbine has been designed for firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) projects, and is expected to support the integration […]
Sungrow launches MG12RL hybrid inverter
Sungrow has unveiled a new residential energy storage solution, the MG12RL hybrid inverter, expanding its power range from 5 kW to 12 kW. Engineered for both solar self-consumption and backup power applications, the solution supports […]
Renewables Impact: Assessing power system resilience in non-EU Mediterranean countries
While renewable energy expansion is a key component of the energy transition, integrating these resources into power systems presents new operational challenges for transmission system operators (TSOs). Unlike conventional power generation, solar and wind output […]
Unlocking the Grid: Imperatives for building a sustainable energy ecosystem in Latin America
The electricity sector in Latin America is at a crossroads. The region’s installed generation mix is dominated by hydropower and renewable energy, which together account for nearly two-thirds of the total capacity, making it one […]
Integrating Renewables: Spain’s plans for building a smarter, greener and more flexible grid
Spain, already one of Europe’s leading renewable energy markets with over 55.5 per cent of electricity generation from renewables, is accelerating solar and wind deployment to reach 81 per cent by 2030. At the same […]








