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The hydrogen stream: Honeywell, NTPC Green join hands for production of sustainable aviation fuel

5 days ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta |Sergio Matalucci

Honeywell has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NTPC Green to explore the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in India. The companies will explore the use of Honeywell’s proprietary eFining technology to produce SAF from carbon dioxide (CO2) feedstock captured from NTPC’s power plants and green hydrogen. “SAF production forms the sizeable part of the ambitious Green Hydrogen Hub of NTPC Green in Pudimadaka, Andhra Pradesh.
SJVN expects to complete 1 GW Bikaner solar project by October

5 days ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

State-run hydropower producer SJVN expects to commission the entire 1 GW capacity of its solar project in Bikaner by October this year. With 320 MW already under commercial operation, the remaining 680 MW is scheduled for commissioning in the coming months. Upon completion, SJVN Green Energy Ltd (SGEL) will supply the generated solar power to Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttarakhand. Power purchase agreements have already been signed with Uttarakhand Power Corp.
JBM Green hits 3 GWh in BESS orders

5 days ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

BM Green Energy Systems, the lithium-ion battery vertical of JBM Auto, has achieved a robust orderbook of 3 GWh for battery energy storage systems (BESS). The BESS capacity, to be deployed pan India, includes recent award of 1 GWh by SJVN and few other strategic customers. JBM Green specializes in end-to-end lithium-ion battery design, intelligent energy management systems and scalable energy storage solutions.
Sembcorp secures second solar-energy storage hybrid project in India

1 week ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp), through its wholly owned renewables subsidiary, Sembcorp Green Infra, has received a Letter of Award from SJVN Ltd for a 150 MW solar power project with a 300 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). This build-own-operate project is part of SJVN’s 1.2GW tender for inter state transmission system-connected solar projects with 600 MW/2.4 GWh of BESS capacity.
Waaree Solar Americas secures 586 MW solar module order

1 week ago | pv-magazine-usa.com | Uma Gupta

From pv magazine IndiaWaaree Energies Ltd. announced that its arm Waaree Solar Americas has secured an order to supply 586 MW of solar modules for an amount of $176 million. The manufacturer said the order is placed by a renowned international entity that is a developer and owner-operator of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States. The supply of modules is scheduled to commence from the financial year 2026-27. Waaree Solar Americas, Inc.
NTPC Renewable Energy launches 245 MW solar EPC tender

1 week ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd has issued an EPC tender for the development of a 245 MW grid-connected solar PV project in the South Block of the Khavda Renewable Energy Park, located in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat. The scope of work includes the design, engineering, manufacturing, supply (including PV modules), installation, testing, and commissioning of the solar PV plant.
SAEL secures $132 million for solar project in Andhra Pradesh

1 week ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

SAEL won the project through a competitive auction conducted by the Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI). The investment will support the execution and operationalization of the solar plant. Laxit Awla, CEO of SAEL Industries Ltd, said, “These funds represent a major milestone for SAEL Industries as we continue to deliver sustainable clean energy solutions that support India’s transition to a low-carbon future.
H.G. Infra Engineering secures Letter of Intent for 300 MW/600 MWh battery storage project in Gujarat

1 week ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

H.G. Infra Engineering Ltd announced this week that it has received a Letter of Intent (LOI) from Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) for the development of a 300 MW/600 MWh standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in Gujarat. The project was awarded under GUVNL’s Phase VI auction for 500 MW/1,000 MWh of BESS capacity through a tariff-based competitive bidding process. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused.
Waaree Solar Americas secures 586 MW solar module order

1 week ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

Waaree Energies Ltd announced that its arm Waaree Solar Americas has secured an order to supply 586 MW of solar modules for an amount of $176 million. The manufacturer said the order is placed by a renowned international entity which is a developer and owner-operator of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States. The supply of modules is scheduled to commence from the financial year 2026-27. Waaree Solar Americas Inc.
NLC, MAHAPREIT form JV to develop 5 GW of renewable energy projects in Maharashtra

1 week ago | pv-magazine-india.com | Uma Gupta

NLC India Renewables Ltd (NIRL), an arm of state-owned coal miner NLC India Ltd, has entered into a joint venture agreement with Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Ltd (MAHAPREIT), a Maharashtra government entity, to jointly develop renewable energy projects in Maharashtra. The joint venture company aims to develop 5 GW of renewable energy capacity in the state, with an initial target of 2 GW.