In Short : India’s energy storage sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, with 102 GWh of tenders issued in 2025 alone. This surge reflects strong policy support, rising renewable integration, and falling battery costs. With total storage capacity projected to reach 346 GWh by 2033, the country is rapidly building the backbone needed for a reliable, […]
Chinese firms install 24 GW of energy capacity in Belt & Road countries – EQ
In Short : Chinese firms have installed 24 GW of energy capacity in Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) countries, with a focus on renewable energy. This includes hydro, wind, and solar projects, contributing to global climate change mitigation. Despite challenges, such as policy shifts and project cancellations, the BRI continues to prioritize clean energy, with […]
Thermal power capacity addition hits a speed bump
Only 2130 Mw added till January against a target of 4850 Mw Fresh capacity addition in the thermal power sector has fallen woefully short of targets. Of the 4,850 MW capacity envisioned for the fiscal year 2018-19, only 44 percent has been added. No capacity was added by Centre-owned utilities in the period under review. […]