In Short : India’s solar manufacturing capacity is projected to surpass 125 GW by 2025, according to Wood Mackenzie. This rapid expansion is driven by government incentives, policy support, and rising domestic demand. With significant investments in module and cell production, India is positioning itself as a global solar manufacturing hub, reducing import dependence and […]
Draft Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission [Framework for Demand Flexibility / Demand Side Management] Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ### **2. Key Definitions** The regulation introduces crucial terms such as: * **Aggregator:** An entity registered with the distribution licensee to manage demand response, distributed generation, or storage. * **Demand Flexibility (DF):** The ability to vary electricity consumption patterns dynamically to balance supply and demand. * **DF Portfolio Obligation (DFPO):** Annual targets for […]
Clarification on Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods Order, 2025 dated 27th January 2025 – EQ
Summary: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), through its Standard and Quality Control (S&QC) Division, issued an official clarification letter on 21 October 2025 from its headquarters at Atal Akshaya Urja Bhawan, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003. The clarification refers to the “Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods Order, 2025 […]
India Adds Record 34.4 GW of Solar and Wind Capacity in First Nine Months of 2025 – EQ
In Short : India added a record 34.4 GW of solar and wind capacity in the first nine months of 2025, surpassing 2024’s total additions by 71%. Utility-scale solar contributed 22.5 GW, rooftop solar 5.8 GW, and wind 4.96 GW. Total renewable capacity reached 247.3 GW. Strong government support, declining module prices, and corporate demand are driving India’s accelerated clean […]
BMW Accelerates Toward an Electric Future: One in Four Cars to Be Fully Electric by 2025 – EQ
In Short : BMW announced that by 2025, one in every four cars it sells will be an electric vehicle, reflecting its accelerating shift toward sustainable mobility. The company is heavily investing in battery technology, expanding its EV portfolio, and building robust charging networks to meet the growing global demand for eco-friendly transportation and carbon-neutral […]
Union MoS Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh shares India’s vision for Sustainable, Nature-positive Urban Development at the IUCN World Conservation Congress, 2025 at Abu Dhabi – EQ
In Short : Union Minister of State Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh presented India’s vision for sustainable, nature-positive urban development at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi. He emphasized India’s commitment to balancing urban expansion with ecological preservation, highlighting innovative policies, green infrastructure, and global partnerships aimed at achieving environmentally resilient and inclusive […]
Seeking comments on Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **1. Context** * Issued by the **Ministry of Power (MoP)** on **7th October 2025**. * The Ministry has prepared a **Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025**, proposing revisions to the **Electricity Act, 2003**. * Objective: Strengthen the power sector by promoting competition, improving efficiency, ensuring grid reliability, and accelerating energy transition goals. — […]
China to Drive Two-Thirds of Global Offshore Wind Capacity Growth by 2025 – EQ
In Short : China is projected to contribute nearly two-thirds of global offshore wind capacity by 2025, driven by supportive policies, large-scale projects, and technological advancements. The country’s rapid expansion reinforces its position as a global leader in renewable energy, significantly boosting offshore wind development worldwide. This growth is expected to play a key role […]
EQ in Exclusive Conversation with Mr. Julian Thomas, Portfolio Director – Informa Markets India Pvt Ltd – 2025
Name: Julian Thomas Designation : Portfolio Director Company: Informa Markets India Pvt Ltd REI Expo has grown into Asia’s largest clean energy gathering. What, in your view, sets the 2025 edition apart from previous years? Over the years, the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo has established itself as Asia’s largest and most influential clean energy […]
Draft CERC (Appointment of Consultants) (Sixth Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **Issuing Authority** * **Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC)** * Location: World Trade Centre, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi. * Notification Date: **24th September 2024**. — ## **Subject** * Draft **CERC (Appointment of Consultants) (Sixth Amendment) Regulations, 2025**. — ## **Legal Basis** * Issued under: * **Section 91(4)** of the Electricity Act, 2003. * […]
