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JSW Energy arm bags BESS contract from Bondada Renewable Energy
JSW Energy said that its step-down subsidiary, JSW Energy PSP Eleven (JEPEL), has secured orders worth Rs 443.74 crore from Bondada Renewable Energy, for the supply of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Power Conversion System (PCS) solutions.
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.
Data Centres, AI & EVs to drive peak power demand to 300 GW in '27: Electricity Minister
India's peak power demand is projected to reach 300 GW next year. This surge is driven by expanding data centers, artificial intelligence, and electric vehicles. Energy storage has become a national imperative due to rising demand and renewable energy additions. India targets around 160 GW of storage by 2035, with clear roadmaps. The country requires 888 GWh of energy storage system capacity by 2035-36.
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.
Auto companies may soon get to trade BEE credits for easier fuel-efficiency compliance
The power ministry has introduced a new credit trading system aimed at Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency standards. Under this initiative, manufacturers can trade excess compliance credits and purchase them from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency. The framework includes credit and debit accounting, allowing manufacturers who surpass targets to earn credits, while those who don't accumulate debits.
El Nino Could Hit India's Energy System Hardest, CREA Report Warns
CREA warned heatwaves and weak monsoon could strain India's power grid during El Nino.
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.