In Short : Tripura aims to generate 150 MW of solar power by March 2027 under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Over 13,500 households have registered, with 266 installations completed. The state plans to solarize 50,000 homes and all government buildings, while offering subsidies and loans. Efforts also target power theft reduction and […]
MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi launches Green Hydrogen Certification scheme – EQ
In Short : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme under MNRE, with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency as the nodal agency. The scheme certifies hydrogen produced from renewable sources as “green,” promoting transparency and global credibility. It supports India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission and aims to boost domestic production, decarbonize industries, […]
Tamil Nadu’s maximum electricity demand likely to grow by 6 percent Minister – EQ
In Short : Tamil Nadu’s peak electricity demand is expected to grow 6% in 2025, reaching 22,150 MW. The state recorded its highest daily consumption of 454.32 million units in April 2024. To meet rising demand, Tamil Nadu aims for 50% renewable energy by 2030, while ensuring a 99.97% uninterrupted power supply and continuing grid […]
Pralhad Joshi appointed as Minister of New and Renewable Energy. What’s in store for the sector?
In Short – With Pralhad Joshi appointed as the Minister of New and Renewable Energy, the sector is poised for strategic growth. His leadership is expected to bolster policy support, enhance investment in green technologies, and accelerate renewable energy projects. Key areas of focus will likely include expanding solar and wind capacities, promoting green hydrogen, […]
Over Rs 2,500 cr capex to make Meghalaya power utility profitable: Minister – EQ Mag Pro
Shillong : Renewing the energy distribution system with a capital investment of more than Rs 2,500 crore will help Meghalaya Energy Corporation Ltd (MeECL) become a profitable organization in the state , Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said on Sunday. On December 21 last year, the state cabinet approved a detailed project report (DPR) with […]
Set Up Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Along Highway: Minister – EQ Mag Pro
Wants action plan Minister for Energy and Kannada and Culture V. Sunil Kumar on Wednesday told officials of the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) to work towards establishing charging stations for electric vehicles on the Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway. Electric vehicles (EVs) are the future and action plan for developing the infrastructure for charging such vehicles are […]
Minister of Local Administration inaugurates number of projects in Jerash
Ammon: Minister of Local Administration and Deputy Prime Minister Tawfiq Kreishan on Saturday attended the opening of a number of projects in Jerash. During his visit to the northern region, the minister discussed with Jerash Mayor Ali Gogazeh the needs of the Greater Jerash Municipality, including demands for creating a government services complex, among others. The […]
Egypt’s green bonds open new chapter for economic progress: minister
The government has undertaken efforts to diversify financing for sustainable infrastructure projects The Egyptian government has undertaken efforts to diversify financing for sustainable infrastructure projects, according to Minister of International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat. The government has also expressed its keen interest in green financing, and has followed through with this by recently issuing the first […]
Maharashtra: Raut wants 500MW solar park in Vidarbha
The minister also instructed MSEDCL & MEDA for restarting the subsidy process immediately. On request of MASMA, he also asked MSEDCL and MEDA officials to clear way for 500MW solar park in Vidarbha Nagpur: Energy minister Nitin Raut has directed MSEDCL officials to facilitate the setting up of a 500MW solar park in Vidarbha. Maharashtra […]
Gadkari calls upon automobile manufacturer to develop/manufacture eco-friendly vehicles which can use agro based fuels
Calls for switching over to FASTag by 15th December, 2019; says, 50 per cent transactions already achieved through FASTags at NHAI toll Plazas Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways & MSME Shri Nitin Gadkari has called upon the automobile manufacturers to produce eco-friendly vehicles which can utilize the agro-based fuels produced from bio-mark agricultural […]