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Premier Energies commissions 5.6 GW solar module plant in Telangana
Premier Energies commissioned a significant 5.6 GW solar module facility in Telangana. The company also began construction for a 6 GWh battery storage system. This expansion increases Premier Energies' module manufacturing capacity to 11.1 GW. These new projects aim to strengthen India's clean-energy ecosystem and supply chain. The company is also investing heavily to become an integrated solar manufacturer.
Premier Energies inaugurates 5.6 GW solar module manufacturing facility at Seetharampur
Premier Energies inaugurated its new 5.6 GW solar module manufacturing facility at Seetharampur in Rangareddy, Telangana. The company also performed a ground-breaking ceremony for its 6 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility and 18,000 metric tonnes per annum aluminium frames facility. The Seetharampur manufacturing campus, spread across 75 acres, is the newest addition to the Premier Energies manufacturing business.
Maruti Suzuki installs 1 MWh battery storage system at Kharkhoda facility
Maruti Suzuki commissioned a one MWh Battery Energy Storage System at its Kharkhoda facility. This system stores surplus solar power generated during low-demand periods. The new BESS will help stabilize the local electricity grid effectively. This initiative aligns with India's focus on building self-reliant energy ecosystems. The company remains committed to lowering emissions despite increasing production volumes.
Maruti Suzuki commissions 1 MWh BESS at Kharkhoda plant
Maruti Suzuki commissioned a 1 MWh Battery Energy Storage System at its Kharkhoda manufacturing facility. This system stores surplus solar power generated during low-demand periods and holidays. The company installed a 20 MWp solar power project at the same facility in 2025. This initiative aligns with India's focus on building self-reliant energy ecosystems. The system will help reduce nearly 54 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.
Maruti Suzuki commissions 1 MWh battery energy storage system at Kharkhoda plant
Maruti Suzuki commissioned a 1 MWh Battery Energy Storage System at its Kharkhoda plant. This system integrates into the plant's internal electricity distribution network as a pilot project. The battery storage will store excess solar power generated during low-demand periods. This initiative helps improve renewable energy utilization and reduce carbon emissions annually. The company remains committed to lowering emissions despite increasing production volumes.
EL Nino to hit India's energy system harder than anywhere else in world: CREA report
India's energy system faces a significant El Nino impact, with reduced renewable power generation and increased demand for air conditioning. A CREA analysis predicts a potential 18 TWh generation gap, likely leading to a surge in coal-fired power and substantial CO2 emissions. The report stresses the urgency of accelerating solar and battery deployment to bolster grid resilience against extreme weather.
Tata Power offers 'pay-as-you-save' scheme with rooftop solar system for commercial users in Punjab
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited has launched a 'pay-as-you-save' scheme in Ludhiana, enabling commercial and industrial consumers in Punjab to adopt rooftop solar systems with zero upfront cost. This initiative aims to install 200 megawatts of solar capacity over three years, allowing businesses to repay through savings-based EMIs or lease rentals.
MNRE opposes uniform DSM norms for renewable projects
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is pushing for a distinct deviation settlement mechanism for wind and solar projects, arguing they shouldn't face the same penalties as conventional power plants. Renewable energy's weather-dependent nature necessitates a tailored approach, the ministry stated, to avoid increasing financial risks and impacting project viability. They advocate for a graded system considering forecasting and grid readiness.
IOCL Solarises commissioned 150 kW Rooftop Solar System at its Guwahati facility
Facing energy security challenges, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has installed a 150-kW rooftop solar system at its Guwahati facility. This initiative aims to enhance operational resilience, reduce reliance on conventional power, and cut costs. The system is projected to save Rs 13.8 lakh annually and offers a quick ROI, bolstering energy reliability in a region prone to grid disruptions and supporting India's clean energy goals.
Adani Green to commission 14 GWh battery storage at Khavda by fiscal year-end to cut clean energy wastage
Adani Green Energy is building a massive 14 gigawatt-hour battery storage system in Khavda, Gujarat. This project aims to prevent the wastage of clean energy. India has already lost significant clean power due to a lack of storage. The company plans to expand this storage capacity significantly over the next five years.
NTPC Renewable Energy to develop 250 MW solar project with BESS in Uttar Pradesh
NTPC Renewable Energy (NTPC REL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy, shall be developing a 250 MW Solar Power Project integrated with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on vacant defence land at Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh.
850 acres of vacant defence land in Uttar Pradesh to host 250 MW solar power plant
A significant solar power project is set to be established in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a 250 MW solar power plant on defence land. This initiative marks a major step in renewable energy adoption. The project will also feature a Battery Energy Storage System.