In Short : India is advancing toward its vision of Viksit Bharat by rapidly expanding its solar energy footprint. With ambitious targets, supportive policies, and increasing domestic manufacturing, the country is embracing a new solar frontier. This transition not only boosts energy independence but also drives economic growth, job creation, and sustainability, positioning India as […]
Beyond Metros: India’s Tier 2 Cities Spark EV Revolution with 4,625 Charging Stations – EQ
In Short : The Union Government revealed India’s tier 2 cities now host 4,625 operational EV charging stations, signaling robust infrastructure growth beyond metros. This expansion supports the nation’s electric mobility transition, with states like Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat leading installations. The data highlights increasing EV adoption in smaller cities, aided by FAME-II subsidies […]
Sunsure and Enerica Win Big in India’s Landmark 1,000 MWh BESS Auction Led by NVVN – EQ
In Short : Sunsure Energy and Enerica Green secured wins in NVVN’s landmark 250 MW/1,000 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) auction. Sunsure won 150 MW/600 MWh and Enerica 100 MW/400 MWh at highly competitive tariffs. This is India’s first such large-scale storage auction under the PM Surya Ghar initiative, signaling a major step toward enhancing grid stability and accelerating clean […]
SECI – A Historic Milestone for India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission – EQ
In a landmark development under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the first-ever auction conducted by SECI for the procurement of Green Ammonia under the SIGHT Scheme (Mode-2A) has achieved a record low price discovery of ₹55.75/kg. This pioneering auction covers the supply of 75,000 metric tonnes per annum of Green Ammonia to Paradeep Phosphates Limited, […]
Exide to Power Hyundai and Kia EVs with India’s First Locally Made LFP Battery Cells – EQ
In Short : Hyundai and Kia have partnered with Exide Energy to source India’s first locally made lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery cells for their upcoming EVs. Exide’s Bengaluru plant will supply the cells starting late 2024. This move supports India’s EV localization push and marks a major step for Exide in shifting from lead-acid to advanced […]
Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav emphasizes India’s Leadership in Wetlands Conservation at the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in Zimbabwe – EQ
In Short : At COP15 in Zimbabwe, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav underscored India’s global leadership in wetlands conservation, noting the rise in Ramsar sites from 26 to 75 since 2014 and further to 91—the highest in Asia. He proposed Rajasthan’s Siliserh Lake for Ramsar status and called for integrating sustainable lifestyles into wetland policies to […]
India’s Auto Sector Can Slash Emissions 87% by 2050 with Green Power and Low-Carbon Steel – EQ
In Short : India’s auto manufacturing emissions could drop by 87% by 2050 through full adoption of renewable energy and low-carbon steel, according to a CEEW report. Transitioning to hydrogen- and scrap-based steel production, along with decarbonizing the supply chain, is critical. With Scope 3 emissions making up over 83% of total emissions, industry-wide collaboration […]
India’s Clean Tech Surge: ₹54,000 Crore Exports Power Green Job Boom – EQ
In Short : India’s clean tech exports are gaining momentum, reportedly reaching ₹54,000 crore, driven by surging demand for solar modules and renewable components. This growth aligns with projections that India will generate 7.3 million green jobs by FY2028 and up to 35 million by 2047. The trend highlights clean tech’s dual role in boosting […]
Vena Energy Pioneers India’s First Dispatchable Renewable Power Deal with SECI – EQ
In Short : Vena Energy has signed India’s first 100 MW load-following power purchase agreement (PPA) with SECI under the FDRE scheme. The 25-year agreement ensures dispatchable renewable power aligned with hourly DISCOM demand. The project will combine solar, wind, and battery storage, marking a major step toward reliable, demand-driven clean energy and strengthening India’s […]
L&T to Power IOCL’s Panipat Refinery with India’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant – EQ
In Short : L&T Energy GreenTech will build India’s largest green hydrogen plant at IOCL’s Panipat Refinery, supplying 10,000 tonnes annually for 25 years. The project supports IOCL’s decarbonization goals by replacing fossil-based hydrogen with cleaner alternatives. This marks a major step in India’s green hydrogen mission and underscores the growing role of public-private partnerships […]