In Short : China’s wind and solar power capacity has surpassed thermal power for the first time, reaching 1,482 GW by March 2025. Despite this milestone, renewables contributed just 22.5% to electricity consumption due to grid challenges. Meanwhile, China continues expanding coal power, risking its 2030 carbon peak and 2060 neutrality goals. Renewable growth remains […]
IndiGrid Aims to Double Assets to ₹60,000 Crore by 2030, Focusing on Transmission and Renewable Energy – EQ
In Short : KKR-backed IndiGrid plans to double its assets to ₹60,000 crore by 2030, focusing on transmission, solar energy, and battery storage. The company aims for 25-30% of its portfolio to consist of renewable energy assets. To finance growth, IndiGrid will maintain a balanced capital structure with a debt-to-assets cap of 70%, targeting significant […]
UP Govt Signs MoU To Boost Renewable Energy Investments, Aims To Achieve 22,000 MW Solar Capacity – EQ
In Short : Uttar Pradesh has signed an MoU with Australia’s Smart Energy Council and Hinduja Group to boost renewable energy investments, aiming for 22,000 MW solar capacity by 2027. The partnership focuses on solar skill development, green hydrogen, and energy storage. This aligns with India’s target of 500 GW renewable energy by 2030 and […]
Santosh Sarangi Takes Charge to Steer India’s Renewable Energy Mission Forward – EQ
In Short : Santosh Kumar Sarangi, a 1994-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as Secretary of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Formerly the Director General of Foreign Trade, Sarangi brings vast administrative experience. His leadership is expected to accelerate India’s clean energy goals, including 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030, and drive key […]
AI Revolutionizes Renewable Energy: From Smarter Solar Systems to Intelligent Grids – EQ
In Short : Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing energy operations by enhancing solar forecasting, improving smart grid efficiency, and enabling predictive maintenance. AI supports demand-side management, creates virtual power plants, and aids grid planning with advanced modeling. These innovations boost renewable energy integration, stabilize power supply, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable, reliable, and clean […]
Earth Day 2025: Global Leaders Rally Around Smart Solutions for a Sustainable Future – EQ
In Short : On Earth Day 2025, global leaders emphasized water recycling, circular economy practices, and battery storage as key climate solutions. These priorities aim to boost resource efficiency, cut emissions, and support renewable energy. Water reuse strengthens climate resilience, circular systems reduce waste, and battery storage enables stable green power—all crucial steps toward a […]
Orb Energy Launches 35 MW Solar Park in Karnataka to Empower SMEs with Affordable Renewable Energy – EQ
In Short : Orb Energy has launched a 35 MW solar park in Karnataka, covering 110 acres. Designed for SMEs, the park allows businesses to buy plots and own solar sub-arrays, offering a cost-effective entry into renewable energy. The park generates 5.24 crore units annually, cutting CO2 emissions by 45,000 tonnes. Orb aims to develop […]
Evren executes PPA with NTPC Ltd. to set up 300 MW Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) Project – EQ
PPA entails commissioning of over 1 GW capacity including wind, solar and energy storage system FDRE PPA will help power distribution companies in optimal matching of power demand with renewable supply, and in meeting their renewable energy consumption and energy storage obligationsThe project will be the first utility PPA executed by Evren, and is part […]
Kenya’s energy sector is making strides toward universal electricity access, clean cooking solutions and renewable energy development – EQ
In Short : Kenya is advancing toward universal electricity access, clean cooking solutions, and renewable energy growth. With nearly 10 million connected to the grid, the goal is full access by 2030. Initiatives support clean cookstoves and expand geothermal, wind, and solar energy. Projects like Lake Turkana Wind Power highlight Kenya’s commitment to sustainable, inclusive […]
India’s Aluminium Sector to Invest ₹42,500 Crore in Renewable Energy, Adding 20 GW by 2030 – EQ
In Short : India’s aluminium sector plans to add 20 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with an investment of ₹42,500 crore. This shift aims to reduce carbon emissions by integrating solar and wind power into aluminium production. Companies like Hindalco and Vedanta are leading the way, committing to renewable energy, while India targets […]