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Projects
NTPC floats tender DPR preparation of 800 MW PSP
NTPC Limited has floated a tender for the preparation of a detailed project report for an 800 MW pumped storage project (PSP) in Amba, Maharashtra. The last date for submission of bids is November 16, […]
Company Release
Pinnapuram integrated renewable energy project
The Pinnapuram Integrated Renewable Energy Project (IREP) being developed in Andhra Pradesh, is a combined solar, wind and pumped storage hydroelectric power project set to deliver on-demand power across India. AFRY, a leading international engineering […]
Projects
Torrent Power secures order for 1,500 MW PSP from MSEDCL
Torrent Power Limited has received an order for a 1,500 MW hydro pumped storage project (PSP) from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Corporation Limited (MSEDCL). Torrent Power has received the letter of intent (LoI) from MSEDCL […]
Hydro Power
Taking Stock: Overview of the hydropower sector in India
Hydropower is at the forefront of India’s path towards sustainable energy, playing a crucial role in balancing the integration of intermittent renewable sources such as solar and wind. As these sources grow, hydropower becomes increasingly […]
Interviews
Interview with Rajendra Prasad Goyal: “NHPC is set to double its installed capacity by FY 2026-27”
In a recent interview with Renewable Watch, Rajendra Prasad Goyal, Chairman and Managing Director, NHPC Limited, spoke about the performance of the hydropower segment, the company’s key operational and financial highlights, its upcoming projects, future […]
Projects
Uttar Pradesh government gives in-principal approval to 1,200 MW PSP
The Uttar Pradesh government has granted in-principal approval for THDC India’s 1,200 MW pumped storage project (PSP) in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district. The project, with an estimated cost of Rs 66 billion, will generate […]
Projects
SJVN receives LoI for pumped storage project
SJVN has been awarded a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the Mizoram government for the Darzo Lui pumped storage project (PSP). It will be the first such project in Mizoram. It is expected to cost […]
Interviews
Addressing Intermittency: Developers’ perspective and plans in the PSP space
As India accelerates its transition to renewable energy, pumped storage projects (PSPs) have emerged as a reliable solution to address intermittency challenges and ensure grid stability. At Renewable Watch’s recent conference on “Pumped Hydro Storage […]
International News
SSE Renewables and Gilkes Energy to develop Loch Fearna Pumped Storage in Scotland
SSE Renewables plans to develop a new pumped storage hydropower project at Loch Fearna in Scotland’s Great Glen, through a 50:50 joint venture with a consortium led by Gilkes Energy. The project will be situated […]
Trends
Promising Potential: Improving economics and policy initiatives promote PSP uptake
The pumped storage segment has received significant focus over the past few years, with the announcement of conducive policies and a surge in interest from public and private companies. This interest can be mainly attributed […]
Companies
THDC India: Case study of the Tehri PSP
To meet India’s ambitious renewable energy targets and climate commitments, the uptake of hydropower and pumped storage plants (PSPs) will be crucial. THDC India Limited, a PSU operating in the hydropower segment, has been actively […]
Small Hydro
Hydropower Update: New projects and policies shaping the sector’s future
By Akanksha Chandrakar As the country shifts towards cleaner energy sources and energy demand rises, hydropower, especially pumped storage, is gaining significant traction, particularly for enhancing system flexibility. Hydropower plays various roles such as peak […]
International News
EIB to advise NEK on two pumped-storage hydro plants in Bulgaria
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will provide advisory assistance to Natsionalna Elektricheska Kompania EAD (NEK), Bulgaria’s national electricity company, for the construction of two large pumped-storage hydropower plants. The two new renewable energy projects will […]
Projects
Torrent Power inaugurates four clean energy projects
The Indian Prime Minister (PM) has laid the foundation stone for Torrent Power Limited’s (TPL) four clean energy projects in Uttar Pradesh. With a total investment of approximately Rs 250 billion, the projects comprise a […]
Companies
Views of R.K. Vishnoi: “NHPC aims to be a 23 GW company by 2032”
At a recent Renewable Watch conference, R.K. Vishnoi, chairman and managing director, NHPC Limited and THDC India Limited, talked about the current state of the hydropower sector as well as some of the major developments […]
Interviews
Views of Ramana Reddy: “Andhra Pradesh is at the forefront of promoting renewable energy”
With a positive policy impetus, Andhra Pradesh has been actively promoting the adoption of renewables. Currently, solar and wind power dominate the total installed renewable energy capacity in the state. Going forward, the state government […]
International News
Statkraft acquires Red John Pumped Storage Hydro Scheme from ILI group
Statkraft has decided to buy the Red John Pumped Storage Hydro Scheme from Intelligent Land Investments Group (ILI) in Scotland. Ministers from the Scottish Government gave its approval to the 450 MW project in June […]
Small Hydro
Back in Focus: Growing impetus to hydro
Hydropower accounted for 12.5 per cent of India’s energy generation in 2022-23, with an installed capacity of 46,865 MW. According to Central Electricity Authority (CEA) estimates, India has a massive hydroelectric potential of 145,320 MW, […]
Miscellaneous
CEA accords concurrence to 1,350 MW Upper Sileru PSP project of Andhra Pradesh
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has accorded concurrence to Upper Sileru pumped storage project (PSP) in record time of 70 days against the stipulated timeline of 90 days. The 1,350 MW PSP project is being […]