In Short : ACME Solar has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for a 200 MW solar project integrated with advanced battery energy storage. The partnership marks a significant step toward enhancing renewable energy reliability by delivering firm, dispatchable green power. The project aims to support grid […]
NVVN Launches 250 MW / 500 MWh Battery Storage Tender to Boost Kerala’s Grid Stability – EQ
In Short : NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN) has issued a tender for a 250 MW / 500 MWh standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Kerala, near the 220 kV Brahmapuram substation. Supported by ₹900 million Viability Gap Funding, the project aims to enhance grid stability and renewable integration. Bids are due by November 11, 2025, with performance […]
Kerala Explores Large-Scale Battery Storage with Expert Feasibility Study – EQ
In Short : Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has appointed DNV MES India, Tata Consulting Engineers, and Deloitte India to study the feasibility of large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the state. The assessment will explore deploying 3,000–5,000 MWh over 3–5 years to strengthen grid stability and manage peak demand, supporting Kerala’s growing renewable […]
ACME Solar Secures 2 GWh Battery Storage from Lishen via POSCO to Boost India’s Clean Energy Reliability – EQ
In Short : ACME Solar has ordered 2 GWh of battery storage from China’s Lishen, facilitated by POSCO International. The deal marks a major step toward boosting India’s energy storage capacity, crucial for stabilizing the grid and supporting large-scale renewable integration. This initiative strengthens ACME Solar’s clean energy portfolio and advances India’s transition to sustainable, […]
India to Pilot Battery Storage at Coal Plants for Reliable Grid Amid Rising Solar Power – EQ
In Short : India will pilot battery storage systems at coal plants to stabilize the grid as solar generation grows. The move aims to balance intermittent renewable supply with steady demand, ensuring reliable power. By combining storage with coal infrastructure, India looks to cut emissions, enhance flexibility, and strengthen its transition toward a more sustainable […]
Sunsure Energy and NTPC Subsidiary Join Forces for 500 MWh Battery Storage to Boost Renewable Integration – EQ
In Short : Sunsure Energy has partnered with NTPC’s subsidiary to set up a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in India. The project will store excess renewable power, ensuring reliable supply during peak demand and enhancing grid stability. This agreement marks a significant step in advancing India’s clean energy ecosystem and accelerating large-scale […]
Revayu Energy Unveils India’s First Tribrid Renewable System Integrating Wind, Solar, and Battery Storage – EQ
In Short : Revayu Energy has successfully installed India’s first tribrid energy system, integrating wind, solar, and battery storage technologies. The innovative setup allows seamless energy generation and storage, ensuring reliable and continuous power supply. This milestone demonstrates India’s growing adoption of hybrid renewable solutions, enhancing grid stability, optimizing resource use, and supporting the nation’s […]
Torrent Power Launches 200 MW FDRE Tender with Battery Storage to Strengthen Grid Reliability – EQ
In Short : Torrent Power has invited bids for 200 MW of Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) with battery storage, plus a 100 MW greenshoe option. Open to solar, wind, or hybrid projects, the tender requires ISTS connectivity, strict performance criteria, and BIS-approved technologies. The 25-year PPA aims to boost reliable, renewable-based power supply […]
Battery Storage Revolution: Massive Cost Drop Sparks Global Clean Energy Shift – EQ
In Short : Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) costs have plummeted by 80% over the past decade, driven by advancements in lithium-ion technology and manufacturing efficiencies. The levelized cost dropped from ₹7.9 million/MWh in 2015 to ₹1.7 million/MWh in 2024. With profitability rising and deployments accelerating globally, BESS is emerging as a key enabler of […]
India’s Battery Storage Capacity Soars with Record Sixfold Growth in 2024 – EQ
In Short : India added 341 MWh of battery storage in 2024—a sixfold jump from 51 MWh in 2023—taking total cumulative capacity to 442 MWh. About 60% of the capacity came from solar-plus-storage systems, 36% from other renewables, and 4% from standalone units. Pumped hydro storage also stands at a substantial 4.7 GW. In Detail […]