Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation to float tender for battery energy storage system
2 months ago

Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation to float tender for battery energy storage system

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited will soon float a tender for Battery Energy Storage System for solar energy. We will soon float a tender for battery energy storage systems with capacity of 500 MW/1,000 megawatts hours, the official added. V, Vice-President & Co-Group Head - Corporate Ratings, ICRA Limited, said the bid tariff for the battery energy storage system projects have been on the declining trend over the past two years. Including the VGF component, the prices in the auction for battery energy storage system projects have come down from over ₹10.8 lakh/MW/month to less than ₹4.0 lakh/MW/month in the first and second quarter of financial year 2025.

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TN Budget 2025: Pumped storage projects in Aliyar, Vellimalai to boost green energy announced
1 week, 4 days ago

TN Budget 2025: Pumped storage projects in Aliyar, Vellimalai to boost green energy announced

New Indian Express  

COIMBATORE: To generate additional renewable green energy in the next five years, the state government has announced two pumped storage projects at Aliyar in Coimbatore, and Vellimalai in Kanniyakumari. As the first step towards green energy, pumped storage projects with a capacity of 1,100 MW in the Vellimalai and 1,800 MW in the Aliyar in Coimbatore district have been announced …

Vikram Solar mulls entry into cell, battery manufacturing
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Vikram Solar mulls entry into cell, battery manufacturing

The Hindu  

Vikram Solar Ltd., which is into solar photo-voltaic module manufacturing has announced plans to set up a 1GWh fully integrated solid-state cell and battery manufacturing facility with proprietary battery management system technology. Gyanesh Chaudhary, chairman & managing director, Vikram Solar, said “Our solid-state batteries, developed and manufactured with majority components which are India-made align with India’s renewable energy and climate …

TN floats tenders to set up battery systems to store renewable energy
3 weeks, 4 days ago

TN floats tenders to set up battery systems to store renewable energy

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: In a major push towards efficient utilisation of power, especially power generated through renewable sources, the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited on Friday floated global e-tenders to set up clusters of Battery Energy Storage Systems with combined capacity of 500 MW and 1,000 MW in the state. This is the first time the state is planning such facilities, …

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority
1 month ago

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is likely to witness energy deficit throughout 2024-25 to 2034-35, as per report on Resource Adequacy Plan for the State released by Central Electricity Authority, under Union Ministry of Power. In the fiscal year 2023-24, Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand of 19,045 MW was met without any gap, while energy required was 1,26,163 million units, against energy supplied …

AP floats its first stand-alone battery energy storage system
1 month, 1 week ago

AP floats its first stand-alone battery energy storage system

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada:In a significant step towards strengthening its energy infrastructure, Andhra Pradesh has announced its first standalone Battery Energy Storage System tender with a capacity of 500mw/1000mwh under the Viability Gap Funding scheme. NHPC shall enter into a battery energy storage purchase agreement with the successful bidders for availing the energy storage facility as per the terms, conditions and provisions of …

Make storage systems a requirement for solar power projects in future: Central Electricity Authority
1 month, 1 week ago

Make storage systems a requirement for solar power projects in future: Central Electricity Authority

The Hindu  

Underscoring the growing relevance of energy storage systems, the Central Electricity Authority has advised power utilities to consider making ESS a requirement for rooftop solar plants as well as bigger solar power projects in future. Distribution licensees - the Kerala State Electricity Board, in Kerala’s case - may “consider mandating two-hour storage with rooftop solar plants,” the CEA noted in …

New solar projects to have 2-hour energy storage capacity installed onsite to ensure grid stability
1 month, 1 week ago

New solar projects to have 2-hour energy storage capacity installed onsite to ensure grid stability

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Upcoming solar power projects in the country are set to have energy storage systems integrated at the sites to ensure uninterrupted supply of renewable power and maintain grid stability. The Central Electricity Authority has asked state power utilities and renewable energy implementation agencies to incorporate two-hour co-located energy storage systems, equivalent to 10% of the installed solar project …

Kerala Budget: Allocations for pumped storage projects, green hydrogen initiatives and battery energy storage system
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kerala Budget: Allocations for pumped storage projects, green hydrogen initiatives and battery energy storage system

The Hindu  

The Kerala Budget for 2025-26 has placed emphasis on green hydrogen projects, pumped storage projects and battery energy storage systems for boosting the State’s energy sector. The Budget has earmarked ₹100 crore for PSPs, and ₹6.5 crore for implementing green hydrogen projects. Hydrogen Valley The Budget has also provided ₹5 crore for implementing Phase 1 of the proposed Hydrogen Valley …

Kerala State Electricity Board proposes battery energy storage system project in Mylatti
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kerala State Electricity Board proposes battery energy storage system project in Mylatti

The Hindu  

The Kerala State Electricity Board is moving ahead with plans to set up a battery energy storage system at Mylatti, Kasaragod, with the increase in renewable energy generation signalling the need for storage capabilities. With the Solar Energy Corporation of India acting as a BESS implementation agency, the State power utility plans to establish a 125 megawatt /500 megawatt hour …

Waaree Energies share price soars 14% after net profit jumps 260% in Q3
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Waaree Energies share price soars 14% after net profit jumps 260% in Q3

Live Mint  

Stock market today: Shares of Waaree Energies, one of India's leading renewable energy companies, rose by 14% in early morning trade on January 31, reaching ₹2,505, following the release of the company's December quarter performance, which exceeded Street estimates. The company's primary source of revenue, from Solar Photovoltaic modules, rose 122% to ₹3,108 crore in the October to December quarter, …

Reliance NU Suntech unveils plan to set up solar power plant in Kurnool
2 months, 1 week ago

Reliance NU Suntech unveils plan to set up solar power plant in Kurnool

The Hindu  

Reliance NU Suntech Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Power Limited, announced its plan to invest ₹10,000 crore in setting up a solar power project in Kurnool district on a build-own-operate basis. The project consisting of a 930 MW solar energy contract with 465 MW/1,860 MWh Battery Energy Storage System component is Asia’s largest solar and battery energy …

India’s first battery energy storage system to go live in south Delhi’s Kilokri in March
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s first battery energy storage system to go live in south Delhi’s Kilokri in March

The Hindu  

India’s first commercial utility-scale battery energy storage system — an inverter that can provide electricity to a grid — from renewable energy is expected to go live in Delhi in March this year. The 20 MW /40 MWh cluster of batteries, capable of providing four hours of power every day, is part of the BSES Rajdhani’s power sub-station in south …

India set for 12-fold increase in energy storage capacity to 60 GW by FY32: SBI Report
3 months, 1 week ago

India set for 12-fold increase in energy storage capacity to 60 GW by FY32: SBI Report

Live Mint  

New Delhi, December 18 : India is poised for a major boost in energy storage capacity, with projections indicating a 12-fold increase to around 60 GW by FY32, according to SBI report. The country's energy storage landscape is evolving rapidly, with the proportion of RE projects incorporating storage solutions increasing significantly, from 5 per cent in FY20 to 23 per …

Reliance Power arm bags letter of award from SECI for Solar 930 MW, 465 MW/1860 MWh BESS projects
3 months, 1 week ago

Reliance Power arm bags letter of award from SECI for Solar 930 MW, 465 MW/1860 MWh BESS projects

The Hindu  

Reliance Power Limited said its subsidiary Reliance NU Suntech Private Limited has received the Letter of Award from Solar Energy Corporation of India for its proposed Solar 930 MW and 465 MW/1860 MWh Battery Energy Storage System projects. “The project will see the largest deployment of grid storage batteries at a single site, not only in India but also in …

Govt to mandate battery storage for renewable power projects
3 months, 1 week ago

Govt to mandate battery storage for renewable power projects

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Union ministry of new and renewable energy may soon mandate battery storage capacity for upcoming solar and wind power plants, said Prashant Kumar Singh, secretary, Union ministry of new and renewable energy on Monday. Now, with falling battery prices, it makes a lot of sense to go ahead and henceforth not have any vanilla solar or vanilla …

Foxconn to get massive incentives including 200 acres of land from TN govt for battery energy storage unit
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Foxconn to get massive incentives including 200 acres of land from TN govt for battery energy storage unit

Firstpost  

Foxconn, which already has a strong manufacturing presence in India, is looking to diversify its portfolio as part of its “3+3 strategy,” targeting electric vehicles, digital health, and robotics. During his visit to India in August, Chairman Young Liu emphasised Foxconn’s interest in moving up the value chain, focusing on sectors like energy storage to support its broader EV ambitions. …

Tamil Nadu to introduce Battery Energy Storage Systems to boost green energy infrastructure
4 months ago

Tamil Nadu to introduce Battery Energy Storage Systems to boost green energy infrastructure

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: In a major step towards strengthening renewable energy infrastructure, Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited is set to introduce Battery Energy Storage Systems for the first time in the state. With over 70% of renewable energy capacity connected to interstate transmission systems, there is a critical need to support state utilities in developing InSTS-connected BESS, especially in states with …

TN aims to generate 25 GW wind power by 2030 to tackle peak-hour shortage
4 months, 3 weeks ago

TN aims to generate 25 GW wind power by 2030 to tackle peak-hour shortage

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With its vast wind energy potential, Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation aims to generate 25 GW of wind power by 2030. According to the National Institute of Wind Energy, Tamil Nadu’s total wind energy potential is estimated at 75 GW, including 35 GW from offshore wind sources. Given these costs, adopting renewable energy is crucial, both to meet the …

Spain's Zelestra plans $5 bn investment to set up 10 GW green power capacity
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain's Zelestra plans $5 bn investment to set up 10 GW green power capacity

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Spain’s Zelestra plans to invest $5 billion in India to build 10GW of wind and solar power capacity by the end of the decade, a top executive said, doubling its previous target of achieving 5GW by 2026. The company, backed by private equity firm EQT, may also enter India’s lucrative commercial and industrial sector as part of the …

India has ramped up its wind and solar energy. It now needs to expand places to store it
8 months ago

India has ramped up its wind and solar energy. It now needs to expand places to store it

Hindustan Times  

BENGALURU, India — At a Coca-Cola factory on the outskirts of Chennai in southern India a giant battery powers machinery day and night, replacing a diesel-spewing generator. Global battery costs are declining faster than expected, and experts say that if costs continue to plummet, energy storage systems can better compete with both coal and clean energy sources like hydropower and …

India has ramped up its wind and solar energy. It now needs to expand places to store it
8 months ago

India has ramped up its wind and solar energy. It now needs to expand places to store it

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — At a Coca-Cola factory on the outskirts of Chennai in southern India a giant battery powers machinery day and night, replacing a diesel-spewing generator. “It’s a really exciting time to be a battery storage provider.” Security staff stand in front of the Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages factory in Thiruvallur district, on the outskirts of Chennai, India, Tuesday, July …

Fine looms, Tamil Nadu rushes to shore up renewable power
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Fine looms, Tamil Nadu rushes to shore up renewable power

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu has stepped up its efforts to sew up deals to meet the 2024-25 target of 29.91% of power to be derived from renewable energy sources. Failure to achieve this renewable purchase obligation may cost state power utilities dearly as the ministry has fixed penalties. Tangedco has signed a deal with Solar Energy Corporation of India to procure …

A Customised Strategy Can Take Kerala’s Power Sector Towards Its Net-Zero Goals
10 months, 1 week ago

A Customised Strategy Can Take Kerala’s Power Sector Towards Its Net-Zero Goals

The Quint  

Kerala can smoothly navigate energy transition and move towards a resilient energy future by adopting a systematic and phased approach that focusses on capacity addition, import curtailment, and storage deployment. For overcoming them, the state must strategically plan solar and wind deployment by creating land banks and identifying the available land parcels district-wise. Promoting rooftop solar systems also offers benefits, …

ONGC in talks with Gentari for joint venture in energy storage
1 year, 6 months ago

ONGC in talks with Gentari for joint venture in energy storage

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : Oil and Natural Gas Corp. Ltd is in talks with global entities including Malaysia’s Gentari to form a joint venture in energy storage, chairman and chief executive Arun Kumar Singh said, as the energy giant makes strides in its energy-transition journey. The ONGC chairman said in case energy storage is identified as a priority area for the …

How one village in Manipur, India is lighting the way in the green energy drive
1 year, 11 months ago

How one village in Manipur, India is lighting the way in the green energy drive

The Hindu  

Tucked away in the Himalayan foothills of northeast India and frequently battered by strong winds and landslides, the isolated village of Hengbung is well-accustomed to prolonged power cuts. But as renewable energy generation grows, particularly from solar power, energy storage is also needed to ensure the nation's grid remains stable around-the-clock and outages are avoided. Energy experts say that pumped-hydro …

Tamil Nadu Budget 2023 gives big push to green energy
2 years ago

Tamil Nadu Budget 2023 gives big push to green energy

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has touched a new high in power consumption this year - nearly 18,000 mega watt - and will be in need of a 20,000 MW in the coming years, the State government has big plans in the energy sector. Though the present contribution of green energy to Tamil Nadu grid remains at a healthy rate of 20.88%, it …

Andhra Pradesh CM to lay foundation for hybrid power project in Kurnool on May 17
2 years, 10 months ago

Andhra Pradesh CM to lay foundation for hybrid power project in Kurnool on May 17

The Hindu  

Jagan Mohan Reddy on Tuesday will lay the foundation for the ₹15,000-crore hybrid Pinnapuram solar wind-pumped storage project being developed by the Greenko Group. The Chief Minister is scheduled to reach the 5,230-MW project site at Gummitham Tanda near Brahmanapalli in Orvakal mandal at 11.35 a.m. and spend an hour there, said Collector P. Koteswara Rao. The Pinnapuram Integrated Renewable …

Tamil Nadu To Purchase 6000 MW Power To Overcome Summer Electricity Shortage
2 years, 11 months ago

Tamil Nadu To Purchase 6000 MW Power To Overcome Summer Electricity Shortage

ABP News  

Chennai: Tamil Nadu is set to purchase power to the tune of 6000 MW to overcome the shortage in the months of April and May. Sources in Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Company told IANS that an agreement has been made with power suppliers to purchase 3047 MW for the month of April and 3007 MW for the month of …

Centre issues largest tender on battery storage for solar power
2 years, 11 months ago

Centre issues largest tender on battery storage for solar power

The Hindu  

The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited, a public sector body under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, has issued the tender for setting up 500 MW/1000–MWh Standalone Battery Energy Storage Systems. The tender marks the first tranche of the government’s immediate target of setting up 4000 MWh of Battery Storage Capacity to inject more renewable energy in the …

Few Takers for Solar Power Tender of Railways, Bid Deadline Extended
4 years, 4 months ago

Few Takers for Solar Power Tender of Railways, Bid Deadline Extended

News 18  

Solar power project developers have given a lukewarm response to a tender for setting up 1 gigawatt of solar power plants on railways' land, as there is 14 GW of surplus capacity available with government agency SECI, sources said. Three sources in leading solar power developers said the tender by the Railway Energy Management Co Ltd, a joint venture company …

Tender process in Tamil Nadu Electricity Board transparent'
6 years, 7 months ago

Tender process in Tamil Nadu Electricity Board transparent'

Deccan Chronicle  

NAMAKKAL: The State Electricity minister, Mr. P Thangamani declared near here on Saturday that there is no irregularity in allocating tenders from the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board and according to him tenders have been allocated transparent manner. I am ready to accept responsibility for any irregularities, if any, in tender allocation.” On the power situation in Tamil Nadu, he said, …

APGenco sets 5-year action plan to reduce T&D losses
7 years, 1 month ago

APGenco sets 5-year action plan to reduce T&D losses

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Around Rs 1,900 crore were invested in the construction of various transmission lines and accordingly the transmission losses of APTransco were reduced from 4 per cent to 3.34 per cent, which is a national record, said APTransco CMD, Mr K. Vijayanand. Transmission System Availability has been increased to 99.95 per cent which is one of the highest amongst state …

India needs to build storage system for its fast-expanding solar network, says researcher
7 years, 3 months ago

India needs to build storage system for its fast-expanding solar network, says researcher

Firstpost  

India needs to build a storage system for electricity from its fast-expanding solar network in a bid to balance cost-effective energy mix. Singapore: India needs to build a storage system for electricity from its fast-expanding solar network in a bid to balance cost-effective energy mix, according to a senior researcher. There is a mismatch between peak demand and electricity generation …

Bright future
7 years, 10 months ago

Bright future

The Hindu  

ENCOURAGING data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy show that the 2016-17 generation from alternative power sources such as wind, solar, small hydropower and biopower was close to 70 per cent of the targeted figures, with the cumulative achievements at a staggering 57,244.23 megawatts. The numbers come as a welcome development amid increasing awareness of the need to …

TN to get 1,000 MW more solar power soon
9 years, 8 months ago

TN to get 1,000 MW more solar power soon

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s ambitious plan to tap solar energy to narrow the power deficit in will get a boost with the government set to finalise deals assuring 1,000 MW solar energy by the end of this month. Addressing an international conference and Exposition on Renewable Energy 2015, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry here on Thursday, Electricity Minister Natham R. …

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