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As India accelerates its journey towards its net zero goals, decarbonisation is no longer optional for commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers, but a necessity. The growing corporate demand for re-newable energy is driven not only […]
In a landmark move to deepen power markets and provide effective price risk hedging tools, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted regulatory approval to the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and the […]
A few years ago, artificial intelligence (AI) was more of a concept in the renewable energy sector, with limited applications and no real visibility. Today, it has become a game changer in the sector and […]
Nuclear energy is emerging as the cornerstone of India’s long-term energy strategy. The government has launched the Nuclear Energy Mission, setting a target of 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047. Besides, it is […]
With the growing share of wind and solar energy in India’s power mix, ensuring the smooth integration of these sources into the grid poses a major challenge. The variable nature of these renewable sources, influenced […]
Over the years, the Indian road sector has evolved significantly. Alongside its traditional focus on development, it now prioritises connectivity, safety, quality and sustainability. A policy push from the government has also helped create a […]
The Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), with a massive investment of Rs 3 trillion, has been a key reform initiative in the power distribution segment. After its launch in 2021, it has made steady progress […]
New transmission lines are crucial for India’s renewable energy expansion. One of the flagship projects driving transmission grid expansion is the green energy corridor (GEC) project. Structured under two phases, GECs have played a key […]
As India accelerates its transition to renewable energy, hydro and pumped storage projects (PSPs) have emerged as a reliable solution to address grid stability challenges and help in peak load management. With the growing integration […]
In an interview with Indian Infrastructure, Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, spoke about his key priorities, the achievements of the Indian renewable energy sector, […]
The operations of power distribution utilities are poised for significant transformation in the coming years, driven by evolving customer demands and shifts in the energy landscape. The increasing adoption of renewable energy, the proliferation of […]
Shripad Yesso Naik, Member of Parliament from North Goa, recently took over as Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy. His appointment comes at a time when India’s renewable energy sector is […]
The year 2024 was a record year for renewables in India, with the total renewable energy capacity reaching over 205 GW (as of November 2024), of which solar accounted for over 94 GW and wind […]
In an interview with Indian Infrastructure, R.P. Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), talked about the key achievements of SECI, its experience with innovative tenders and future targets. He also […]
After a period of sustained recovery/improvement in aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses, the distribution segment has shown some slippage. AT&C losses have increased by two percentage points to 17.6 per cent in FY2024, as […]
The expansion of India’s transmission system is essential for meeting the country’s growing electricity demand and supporting the integration of renewable energy sources. A robust transmission infrastructure is essential for efficiently transmitting power across vast […]
Tamil Nadu has been a major player and perhaps one of the first movers in India’s renewable energy space, having initiated wind power development back in the 1980s. The state’s growth since then has been […]
In a recent interview with Indian Infrastructure, Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority (CEA), shared his views on the state of the power sector, the challenges in the ongoing energy transition, the country’s net zero […]
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