In Short : India’s Union Power and New & Renewable Energy Minister, Shri R.K. Singh, recently met with Green Hydrogen developers to address industry concerns and challenges. During the meeting, the minister assured the developers that the government is committed to resolving outstanding issues and will take all necessary steps to support the growth of […]
Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh exhorts women to increase participation in Renewable Energy sector and steer India’s Energy Transition towards Net Zero – EQ Mag
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy Organises “Women in Renewable Energy” Event Focusing on Enhancing Women’s Participation in the Sector On the occasion of World Environment Day on June 5, 2023, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy organised an event titled “Women in Renewable Energy: A Dialogue on Policy, Technology, Skilling, and Finance” in New […]
Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh lays foundation stone for augmentation of POWERGRID’s Ara sub-station – EQ Mag
Augmentation of Sub-Station to ensure uninterrupted power supply and give boost to economic and social development of the region through a strong power infrastructure: Shri R. K. Singh Shri R. K. Singh, Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, New and Renewable Energy, laid the foundation stone for augmentation of 220/132 kV POWERGRID Ara Substation yesterday. Shri […]
A number of measures taken to mitigate the impact of Disasters and ensure uninterrupted power supply: Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh – EQ Mag
The primary responsibility for disaster management rests with the State Government. As such, the concerned State Governments are responsible for undertaking damage assessment in the area affected by notified natural calamities including cyclone. Financial assistance from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) is provided to the State as per […]
A number of steps taken for meeting the increased power demand during April-May this year: Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K.Singh – EQ Mag
Average energy requirement growth of 4.9% expected during 2023-24 : Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K.Singh The average growth of energy requirement in the country for the year 2023-24 viz-a-viz year 2022-23 has been estimated as 4.9 %. The estimated growth of energy requirement for the State of Rajasthan during the year 2023-24 […]
64.54 billion units electricity produced from Wind Energy during April, 2022-January, 2023 – Union Power & NRE Minister – Shri R. K. Singh – EQ Mag
The electricity produced from wind energy projects was 64.54 billion units during April, 2022-January, 2023. The state-wise details of electricity produced from wind power projects in last three financial years, including current year (upto 31st January, 2023), are given at Annexure I. The Government has taken several steps to promote renewable energy, including wind energy, […]
ROOFTOP SOLAR SCHEME – 3377 MW capacity allocated to States; 4.3 lakh people have benefited from the Programme – Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh – EQ Mag
As on 28.2.2023, against the target capacity of 4000 MW for residential sector under Rooftop Solar Programme Ph-II, around 3377 MW capacity has been allocated to various state implementing agencies based on the demand received from them and an amount of Rs. 2917.59 Cr has been released to them under the Programme. 4.3 Lakh beneficiaries […]
168.39 GW renewable energy capacity installed in the country – Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R.K. Singh – EQ Mag
So far, a total of 168.39 GW renewable energy capacity has been installed in the country as on 31.01.2023. This includes 63.89 GW Solar Power, 46.85 GW Large Hydro, 41.98 GW Wind Power, 10.73 GW Bio Power and 4.94 GW Small Hydro Power. In addition, 80.15 GW of capacity is under implementation and 34.83 GW […]
Over 63% increase in expenditure for promotion of Solar Energy during last 4 years – Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R.K. Singh – EQ Mag
Details of Schemes/Programmes presently being implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for promotion of solar energy to common people and their availability in various States/ UTs are placed at Annexure-I. MNRE’s Schemes/Programmes to promote solar energy fetch a variety of benefits to the country and its people. These include improved access […]
82.21 BU Solar Energy produced this financial year till January – Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh – EQ Mag
As per the information available on the website of Central Electricity Authority, around 82.21 BU of electricity is generated from solar power projects in the country including Haryana, till January, 2023 in the current Financial Year 2022- 23. The Government has taken several steps to promote renewable energy, including solar energy, in the country. The […]