The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued the Solar Systems, Devices, and Components Goods Order, 2025, setting performance standards for solar modules, inverters and storage batteries. The order aims to improve the quality and reliability of solar components while promoting the adoption of high-performance solar technologies. All solar goods, including crystalline silicon terrestrial PV modules, thin-film modules, storage batteries, power inverters and utility-interconnected inverters, must comply with the Bureau of Indian Standards regulations and bear its “standard mark” under license. Additionally, the order introduces a minimum efficiency requirement under standard test conditions for different types of solar modules.
NaBFID raises Rs 50 billion through bond issuance
NaBFID has raised Rs 50 billion through the issuance of long-term bonds. The 15-year bonds carry a coupon rate of 7.25 per cent with a face value of Rs 100,000 each. The issue size comprised […]
Subsidy Trends: Incentivising renewables development
Subsidies, or central financial assistance (CFA), are a key policy tool to increase the uptake of clean energy. Over theyears, various incentives have been given to different renewable energy segments. Indian Infrastructure takes a look […]
EEDL signs SPA to acquire 100 per cent stake distribution company in Chandigarh
Eminent Electricity Distribution Limited (EEDL), a wholly owned subsidiary of CESC Limited, has signed an SPA with Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) for the acquisition of 100 per cent equity in the distribution company for […]