In Short : Sanjiv K Katiyar, MD of CSPGCL, announced plans to install 1,500 MWh of battery energy storage over the next 24 months. The initiative aims to enhance grid stability, support renewable integration, and manage peak demand. This large-scale deployment reflects the growing importance of storage solutions in ensuring reliable and flexible power systems […]
India’s Emerging Data Centre Hub Ambitions Face Power, Grid and Renewable Integration Challenges: Deloitte – EQ
In Short : Deloitte highlights India’s strong potential to become a global data centre hub, driven by digital growth and localisation norms. However, scaling capacity requires overcoming power availability constraints, grid stability issues, and integrating renewable energy efficiently to meet sustainability commitments while ensuring reliable, high-quality electricity supply. In Detail : India is rapidly positioning […]
India Must Pivot Renewable Strategy from Capacity Addition to Grid and Manufacturing, Says MNRE Secretary – EQ
In Short : Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary of MNRE, emphasized that India’s renewable energy focus must evolve from mere capacity addition to strengthening grid infrastructure and domestic manufacturing. He highlighted that integrating renewables efficiently, scaling battery storage, and boosting local manufacturing are critical to sustaining growth, ensuring energy security, and supporting India’s long-term clean energy […]
Petition for Adoption of tariff for the 170 MW grid for Procurement of Power from Grid Connected Solar PV Power Projects – EQ
Summary: —- ### **1. CASE IDENTIFICATION & PETITION OVERVIEW** * **Petition Number:** 776/AT/2025 * **Regulatory Forum:** Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), New Delhi. * **Petitioner(s):** 1. **Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited (RUMSL)** – A Joint Venture of the Government of Madhya Pradesh and SECI, a Central Government entity. 2. **& Anr.** (likely Solar Energy Corporation […]
Petition for power procurement and adoption of tariff for procurement of power from Grid connected Wind Power Projects – EQ
Opinion: India’s grid strained by burgeoning power demand – EQ Mag
LONDON : India’s electricity transmission system is coming under increasing strain as booming power demand outstrips growth in despatchable generation. Mild temperatures in February and March have masked the struggle to meet fast-growing loads from industry as well as for refrigeration and air-conditioning. But periods of more severe temperatures between April and September are likely […]
Nighttime Charging of EVs May Overburden the Grid – EQ Mag Pro
As EVs proliferate, charging habits might have to change The vast majority of electric vehicle owners currently charge their cars at home at night. However, a new study finds this might gravely burden the grid as more EVs hit the road. Instead, a much better strategy in the future is a greater emphasis on daytime […]
Kia EV batteries find second life as energy storage systems to reduce strain on grid – EQ Mag Pro
Kia Europe has announced a new partnership with encore Deutsche Bahn to reuse former EV batteries to create scalable energy storage systems. The prototype has already been implemented in Germany using Kia Soul EV batteries and marks the start of the automaker’s Europe-wide initiative. As a Korean automaker and member of the Hyundai Motor Group, […]
Petition for seeking permission to allow drawal of start-up power for Unit-I (800 MW) of Telangana Ph-I (1600 MW) from the grid – EQ Mag Pro
Petition for seeking permission to allow drawal of start-up power for Unit-I (800 MW) of Telangana Ph-I (1600 MW) from the grid. For more information please see below link:
Iraq to attach 2.75 GW photovoltaic trio to the grid in 2025 – report – EQ Mag Pro
Iraq expects three main photo voltaic initiatives with a mixed capability of two.75 GW to be put into operation in 2025 regardless of the prevailing obstacles associated to their grid connection, the pinnacle of the nation’s Fee for management of radioactive sources instructed the Iraqi Information Company on Tuesday. The three initiatives embody a 1-GW […]
