The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has advised renewable energy implementing agencies (REIAs) and state/UT authorities to consider granting timeline extensions to renewable energy projects affected by disruptions arising from the West Asia […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has approved the continuation of its Human Resource Development (HRD) Programme for the financial years (FY) 2026-27 to FY 2030-31, with a financial outlay of Rs 2.59 […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued clarifications on the applicability of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) list-II for solar photovoltaic (PV) cells, which came into effect on June […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released a model service agreement for “Electrolyser-as-a-Service” (EAAS) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The agreement provides a standard contractual framework to support the development of […]
By Sandesh Naik, Chief Financial Officer, AB Energia Solutions There is a number that deserves more attention than it has received. 102 GW. That is India’s assessed floating solar potential, mapped by National Institute of […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has approved the continuation of the Renewable Energy Research and Technology Development (RE-RTD) Programme for the 2026-27 to 2030-31 period with an outlay of Rs 4.37 billion. […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has provided a limited exemption for net-metering and open-access renewable energy projects. Under the exemption, these projects can be commissioned without using Approved List of Models and […]
Two significant inefficiencies continue to plague the renewables sector, demanding continued discussions. One, the curtailment of renewables due to grid-related challenges; and two, the 44.8 GW of renewable projects that remain stranded with unsigned power […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued guidelines for quantifying greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from offsite water drawal and treatment under the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI). The guidelines aim […]
By Nidhi Dua Green hydrogen is emerging as a key pillar of India’s transition towards a low-carbon economy, with the country increasingly focusing on building a domestic production and manufacturing ecosystem. Backed by India’s rapidly […]
By Priyanka Kwatra The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has notified guidelines for its 500 MW pilot Contract for Difference (CfD) scheme, with Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) as the nodal […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued the administrative approval and operational guidelines for the implementation of the small hydro power (SHP) development scheme for the period financial year (FY) 2026-27 to […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a memorandum clarifying the non-requirement of no-objection certificates (NOCs) from the intermediatory procurer/buying entity/end procurer in existing and future bids or power purchase agreements (PPAs) […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has approved a pilot for the Contract for Difference (CfD) programme for renewable energy. Under the approved framework, the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI), acting […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued revised timelines for projects under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) scheme following requests from stakeholders seeking extensions beyond March […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has proposed to introduce the Approved List of Modules and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-III for solar wafers, which will come into effect from June 1, 2028. As per […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued standards for green ammonia and green methanol under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. These standards define emission limits and outline certification mechanisms for both fuels. […]
By Nidhi Dua India’s wind power sector is evolving rapidly, marked by several policy announcements, regulatory developments and shifting tariff trends. According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), as of February 2026, […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) held a stakeholder consultation workshop to deliberate on the draft floating solar photovoltaic (FSPV) potential assessment report and the draft floating solar policy. The report and proposal […]
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has amended the procedure for inclusion and updating of wind turbine models in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) of wind turbines. The amendment provides […]
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