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TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS
Waste Wise: Waste-to-energy initiatives to deal with Delhi-NCR’s legacy landfill challenges
By Sarthak Takyar Previous articles in this magazine on air pollution in Delhi-NCR (“Clearing the Air”, January 2026; and “Pollution Predicament”, February 2026) discussed the different reasons for toxic air in the state, and the […]
Transmission Roadmap: CEA’s plan for integrating 900 GW of non-fossil fuel power
Renewable-rich regions must be connected to the interstate transmission system (ISTS) to enable the transfer of power from generation areas to major demand centres. Since solar and wind projects are developed faster than transmission infrastructure, […]
Fresh Impetus: New scheme aims to unlock small-hydro potential in remote and hilly areas
By Preeti Wadhwa In March 2026, the union cabinet approved the Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme for 2026-27 to 2030-31, with a total outlay of around Rs 25.85 billion. The scheme targets the installation […]
Strategic Framework: CEA releases the National Adequacy Plan up to 2035-36
India’s power sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by rising electricity demand, economic growth and a shift towards cleaner energy sources. In this landscape, balancing sustainability with reliable and affordable power supply has become […]
Emissions Benchmarks: India notifies green ammonia and methanol standards to drive uptake
By Karan Sharma The Indian government has taken a key policy initiative in the green hydrogen and its derivatives space. In February 2026, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) notified separate standards for […]
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 […]
Ramping Up: Maharashtra takes initiatives to meet its long-term renewables targets
By Nidhi Dua Maharashtra’s electricity demand has been rising steadily in recent years, driven by growing industrial activity, urbanisation and increasing energy consumption across sectors. Electricity consumption in the state has increased from 150,764 MUs […]
Key Statistics: Maharashtra’s electricity consumption and renewable energy mix trends
Key Statistics: CFA released under the National Bioenergy Programme Phase I
Stock Movement: Fluctuating performance by renewable energy companies post IPOs in 2025
By Nidhi Dua India’s renewable energy transition is highly capital-intensive. Around $300 billion is required to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, as per Ember. However, current annual funding levels remain comparatively […]
Funding Deficit: Challenges in last-mile distributed renewables funding
By Karan Sharma At the India Distributed Renewable Energy Summit (IDRES) 2026, organised by the Clean Energy Access Network in February 2026, several stakeholders and financiers shared first-hand accounts of building distributed renewable energy (DRE) […]
ANDRITZ Hydro Private Limited: Providing advanced technology solutions for hydropower and PSPs
In a recent interview with Renewable Watch, G. Ravindra, Regional Executive – Asia, and Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, ANDRITZ Hydro Private Limited, discussed the growing importance of hydropower and pumped storage projects (PSPs) […]
WBPDCL: Improving its operational performance while expanding into renewables
West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL), the state’s largest power generation utility, has emerged as one of India’s most efficient coal-based power producers in recent years. With a strong focus on operational excellence, fuel […]
BPCL: Transitioning to a more diversified clean energy portfolio
India’s oil and gas public sector companies play a critical role in the country’s energy transition. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) is one such company and accounts for around 14 per cent of India’s refining […]
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 […]
Energy Technology Perspectives 2026: IEA Report
The 2026 edition of Energy Technology Perspectives is published against the backdrop of a fast-changing policy and technology landscape. Governments are working to establish secure and resilient supply chains for clean energy technologies while advancing […]
Green Molecules: Moving towards green hydrogen and its derivatives
At Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, the session titled “Hydrogen, Ammonia and Green Molecules: Building Competitive Industrial Value Chains for India and the World” was moderated by Kapil Bansal, Partner and Energy Transition Co-Lead, EY India, […]
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 […]
Loom Solar: Driving domestic value addition in solar and storage
In a recent interview with Renewable Watch, Amod Anand, Co-Founder and Director, Loom Solar, outlined the company’s evolving business strategy, expanding product portfolio and growing focus on integrated solar-plus-storage solutions, as well as its rising […]
LONGI unveils integrated solar-plus-storage system
LONGi has introduced LONGi ONE, an integrated solar-plus-storage system that offers customised solutions for two key segments: utility-scale projects and commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. For utility-scale deployments, the OneBank 2.0 system provides a fully […]
Indian companies launch clean cooking products
SWELECT Energy Systems Limited has launched an off-grid solar cooking solution powered by clean energy, designed to reduce dependence on conventional energy sources. The system uses solar panels to operate standard electrical induction stoves, eliminating […]
Greenvize unveils hydrogen-based cook stove
Greenvize has unveiled a hydrogen-based cooking system which offers a clean and decentralised alternative to conventional cooking fuels. The system integrates a proton exchange membrane electrolyser directly into the unit, enabling on-site hydrogen generation from […]
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 […]
Transmission Upgrade: Costa Rica undertakes grid expansion to accommodate renewables
Costa Rica’s electricity sector is undergoing a grid-centric transformation driven by the need for deeper renewable energy integration, enhanced grid stability to manage climate variability, and the rapid electrification of transport and industry. Recent policy […]
Clean Energy Plan: Oman scales its renewables capacity to build a resilient grid
Oman is pursuing an ambitious clean energy transition to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, while ensuring energy security, competitiveness and growth. The country is looking to diversify its energy resources and increase the contribution […]










