In Short : Avaada Group acknowledges that execution challenges—such as land acquisition delays, clearances, and transmission constraints—persist across all Indian states. However, the company is increasingly optimistic about Maharashtra due to its stronger policy stability, improved grid infrastructure, and rising industrial demand for clean energy. Avaada expects Maharashtra to emerge as a major renewable energy […]
ADB Approves $460 Million Loan to Support Agricultural Solarization in India – EQ
In Short : Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US $460 million results-based loan to support agricultural solarization in India’s Maharashtra. The programme will upgrade rural distribution networks, install battery storage and decentralised solar for farming irrigation, aim to provide daytime electricity to about 900,000 agricultural consumers by 2028 and reduce over 3 million […]
Juniper Green Energy Commissions 64 MW of Solar and Wind Capacity in Gujarat and Maharashtra – EQ
In Short : Juniper Green Energy has commissioned 64 MW of renewable energy capacity across Gujarat and Maharashtra. The new projects, focused on solar and wind power, strengthen the company’s contribution to India’s clean energy targets. This development enhances regional energy security, supports the country’s renewable transition, and underscores Juniper Green Energy’s commitment to sustainable […]
Blue Energy to Invest ₹3,500 Crore in Maharashtra for Advanced Clean Energy Manufacturing Facility – EQ
In Short : Blue Energy has partnered with the Maharashtra government to set up a clean energy facility with an investment of ₹3,500 crore. The project will focus on renewable energy manufacturing, creating jobs and boosting the state’s green infrastructure. This initiative aligns with India’s goal to accelerate sustainable industrial growth and transition toward a […]
Maharashtra Accelerates Renewable Energy Growth with 118 New Transmission Lines and Substations – EQ
In Short : Maharashtra plans to add 118 new power transmission lines and substations over the next five years to strengthen its renewable energy infrastructure. Funded partly by the Asian Development Bank, these upgrades will support solar, wind, hydro, and pumped storage projects. Initiatives like the 16,000 MW Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana aim to boost […]
MSEDCL and GEAPP Join Forces to Deploy AI and Energy Storage for Smarter, Greener Power Grid in Maharashtra – EQ
In Short : Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has partnered with the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) to deploy AI and energy storage technologies for advanced grid management. The initiative aims to optimize power distribution, improve renewable energy integration, and enhance reliability and efficiency, supporting Maharashtra’s transition toward a smarter, […]
Maharashtra Approves Additional Electricity Sales Tax for Industrial and Commercial Consumers – EQ
In Short : The Maharashtra cabinet has approved an additional electricity sales tax for industrial and commercial consumers to enhance state revenue amid rising power sector costs. The new levy will increase electricity bills for large consumers while generating funds to support infrastructure and energy initiatives. Industry representatives have expressed concerns about the potential impact […]
Maharashtra to Launch World’s Largest 16,000 MW Decentralized Solar Project by 2026 – EQ
In Short : Maharashtra is set to complete the world’s largest decentralized solar project, generating 16,000 MW by March 2026 under the MSKVY 2.0 scheme. With ₹65,000 crore private investment, it will supply farmers affordable daytime power at ₹3/unit. The project, partially inaugurated by PM Modi, aims to solarize agriculture, reduce distribution losses, create jobs, […]
Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates Sunstream Green Energy’s 140 MWp Distributed Renewable Energy Project in Maharashtra – EQ
Mumbai, Maharashtra – Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated Sunstream Green Energy’s 140 MWp solar project in Maharashtra, as part of the 2,458 MW of renewable energy projects launched nationwide. The Company also announced its plan to develop a 1-gigawatt (GW) portfolio of operating renewable energy assets within the next 18–24 months. This […]
Vidarbha Tops Maharashtra with 40% Share in Solar Rooftop Installations – EQ
In Short : Vidarbha has become the leader in Maharashtra for solar rooftop installations, contributing 40% of the state’s total capacity. The region’s growth reflects rising awareness of renewable energy benefits, supportive government policies, and favorable solar conditions. Vidarbha’s strong adoption of rooftop solar underscores its pivotal role in Maharashtra’s renewable energy expansion and India’s […]