In Short : The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reaffirmed its support for advancing geothermal electricity generation in Indonesia. As part of its clean energy strategy, ADB aims to help the country harness its vast geothermal potential to reduce emissions, diversify energy sources, and achieve its net-zero goals while ensuring sustainable and inclusive economic growth. […]
Global Renewables Outpace Coal as Solar Drives Historic Shift in Electricity Generation – EQ
In Short : For the first time, global renewable electricity generation has surpassed coal, producing 5,072 TWh compared to coal’s 4,896 TWh. Solar led the surge, accounting for 83% of new demand, while wind contributed 97 TWh. China and India drove much of the growth, though fossil fuel use rose in the U.S. and Europe. This milestone signals […]
Electricity Generation and Efficient Distribution Key to Driving J&K’s Economic Growth – EQ
In Short : Jammu and Kashmir officials emphasized that electricity generation and efficient distribution are vital for the region’s economic growth. Expanding renewable energy capacity, modernizing the grid, and improving distribution systems are key priorities. Reliable and sustainable power supply is expected to drive industrial development, create jobs, and boost overall economic prosperity, making energy […]
U.S. Marks a Milestone as Renewables Surpass Coal in Electricity Generation for the First Time – EQ
In Short : In 2024, wind and solar power overtook coal as the leading sources of electricity in the U.S., with renewables generating 17% of the nation’s power compared to coal’s 15%. This shift is driven by falling costs, federal incentives, and state policies supporting clean energy. Despite challenges, the U.S. is projected to continue […]
India electricity generation jumps by 15% for May amid scorching heat wave – EQ
In Short : India’s electricity generation surged by 15% in May due to a scorching heatwave. The increased demand for cooling and power drove this significant rise, highlighting the need for robust energy infrastructure to manage extreme weather conditions. In Detail : India’s electricity production went up by a robust 15.06 per cent to 167.55 […]
Electricity generation from RE sources was assessed to be 39% of total generation by 2029-30: CEA study – EQ Mag Pro
Standard Bidding Guidelines for tariff based competitive bidding process for procurement of Power from Grid Connected Solar PV and Wind Projects. New Delhi: According to the Central Electricity Authority, Ministry of Power study, estimated electricity generation from renewable energy sources was assessed to be 39% of the total electricity generation by the year 2029-30 Shri […]
Demand For Fossil Fuel Electricity Generation in India Fell in 2019 and 2020
Kolkata : Demand for fossil fuel electricity generation in India reached a plateau in 2018, and fell in 2019 and 2020, according to a study published today by the Council on Energy,Environment and Water (CEEW) and UK’s Carbon Tracker. India, which accounts for 9% of emerging market electricity demand and 20% of expected demand growth, […]
Recovery in Energy Demand to Continue Despite Covid-Led Blip: Ind-Ra
The electricity generation increased 42.5 pe cent y-o-y to 115.5 billion units in April 2021. India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) on Friday said the recovery in energy demand will continue despite COVID-19 led temporary blip. India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has published the May 2021 edition of its credit news digest on India’s power sector.The […]
DVC registers record electricity generation of over 38 billion units in FY21
The power generation of the company grew by 3.26 per cent in the last financial year. The Plant Load Factor (PLF) for FY 21 stood at 62.39 per cent, which was higher than the national average of 53.37 per cent, it said. New Delhi: Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC)on Saturday said it has registered a record […]
NHPC to suffer Rs 84.41 cr loss due to SEWA-II plant shutdown
Last week, the company had informed that the Sewa-II power station (120 MW) in the union territory (UT) of Jammu & Kashmir has been under complete shutdown from September 25, 2020, to March 31, 2021, for damage of head race tunnel (HRT) New Delhi: State-run hydro power giant NHPC on Tuesday said it will suffer […]