The Andhra Pradesh Energy Department has issued operational guidelines under the Integrated Clean Energy Policy, 2024, covering resource allocation, land allotment, grid connectivity, open access, banking facilities, and project migration. The New and Renewable Energy […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued updated domestic content requirement (DCR) norms for solar cells. It has specified that only those based on crystalline-silicon technology and manufactured in India using an […]
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has mandated a 100 per cent domestic content requirement (DCR) for 18 electric vehicle (EV) components. This has been mandated across two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and e-buses to qualify for subsidies […]
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) and the Ministry of Power (MoP) have introduced a procedure for verifying the captive status of captive power projects (CGP) and their users across multiple states. This applies to all […]
The Ministry of Power has issued an advisory on integrating energy storage systems (ESS) with solar power projects to enhance grid stability and optimise energy utilisation. With India targeting 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity […]
The Ministry of Power has issued tariff-based competitive bidding guidelines for procuring stored energy from existing, under-construction, or new Pumped Storage Projects (PSP). As per the National Electricity Plan 2023, India will require 74 GW/411 […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued draft guidelines outlining design, specifications, performance, and testing procedures for solar cold storage systems with thermal energy storage (TES) backup. These guidelines establish standardised parameters […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued the “Solar Systems, Devices, and Components Goods Order, 2025,” setting performance standards for solar modules, inverters, and storage batteries. The order aims to improve the […]
The Gujarat Energy Development Agency (GEDA) has introduced detailed procedures for setting up offgrid solar, wind, and wind-solar hybrid power projects. These guidelines aim to support entities in meeting renewable purchase obligation requirements, expand renewable […]
The Ministry of Power has recently issued new guidelines for the installation and operation of battery swapping and charging stations, offering a significant boost to India’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. These guidelines, titled ‘Guidelines for […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released guidelines for implementing two critical components of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) programme, focusing on two key components: central financial assistance (CFA) […]
Andhra Pradesh has introduced its Sustainable Electric Mobility Policy 4.0 (2024-2029) to position itself as a global hub for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing while promoting sustainable transport and aiming for carbon neutrality (Scope 1 emissions) […]
Mizoram’s power and electricity minister unveiled a new initiative under the PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PM-SGMBY), allowing households to install rooftop solar systems with significant government subsidies. The scheme is available exclusively to Indian […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced the inclusion of solar PV cells in a newly introduced List-II under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). This amendment will take effect […]
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) has achieved 630,000 rooftop installations, with average monthly installations upto to an average of 70,000 and is expected to install over 1 million by March 2025 and reach […]
REC has introduced a guidance framework to streamline vendor operations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojna, aiming to ensure smooth implementation of the rooftop solar programme. Appointed by the Ministry of New and […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has set specific terms for real estate developers and promoters to avail Central Financial Assistance (CFA) under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGY). According to […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has streamlined compliance for renewable energy projects by exempting solar module manufacturing units, solar and wind power projects, and mini hydel projects under 25 MW from […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched a programme with a budget of Rs 2 billion through FY 2025-26 to drive innovation in green hydrogen production and utilisation across sectors. Key areas […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has revised its program to electrify 100,000 households in particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG) areas. The electrification will take place through off-grid solar systems. The program will […]
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