The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission has extended the bid submission deadline for consultancy firms assisting with its Ancillary Services and Demand Flexibility Regulations, 2026, to August 14, 2026. Despite requests for changes from firms like Deloitte and PwC, GERC maintained the RFP's terms, including the four-week timeline and payment structure.

The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission ruled in favor of the Deendayal Port Authority regarding its Renewable Power Purchase Obligation compliance for FY 2019-20. DPA successfully met its revised obligations by offsetting surplus wind energy against shortfalls in solar power. The RPO targets were adjusted due to lower solar capacity additions in Gujarat.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has established branding guidelines for rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Launched in 2024, the aim is to ensure consistent identification across one crore homes by 2026-27. Vendors must comply with logo display requirements, enhancing project recognition and monitoring.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) proposes a standardized 14-digit naming system for solar PV cell models under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II. This aims to enhance transparency, improve tracking of technical specifications, and simplify identification across the solar manufacturing supply chain. Stakeholder feedback is invited until August 13, 2026.

NTPC Limited has issued a tender for a two-year operation and maintenance contract for its 25 MWp Floating Solar PV Plant at Simhadri, published on August 3, 2026. Bidders must submit proposals by August 24, 2026. An Earnest Money Deposit of ₹5 lakh is required, with exemptions for eligible MSEs. The contract encourages local suppliers and provides payment terms within 30 days after invoice submission.

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has installed a solar power system at Marina South Pier, enhancing sustainability efforts as the pier celebrates its 20th anniversary. The installation of 1,092 solar panels is expected to generate 780,000 kWh annually, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the transition to cleaner energy in the maritime sector.

Ashurst Perkins Coie advised Solar Pacific Pristine Power on expanding a significant solar and battery energy storage project in Palau, enhancing the country's renewable energy capacity. The project, supported by Australian financing, aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and strengthen energy security, with new solar generation and battery storage facilities being added.

The Singapore Institute of Management has entered a 14-year power purchase agreement with Peak Energy for a rooftop solar system at its campus, generating about 1,100 MWh annually. This project requires no upfront costs for SIM and aims to help procure solar power at significantly reduced rates, supporting sustainability efforts.

ACME Solar Holdings Limited reported a remarkable Q1 FY27, with PAT increasing by nearly 80% year-on-year to ₹2,353.3 crore and revenue rising 67.8% to ₹8,575 crore. Standalone profits surged to ₹1,217 crore from ₹35.7 crore as the company utilized funds from a Qualified Institutional Placement for debt repayment and corporate needs.

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The Sabah government has introduced the Sabah People’s Solar Programme, a new initiative that offers rebates of up to RM4,000 to encourage households to...

Ballast Rock Asset Management announced that its Real Estate Private Credit Fund provided an 18-month loan to Sol Source Power LLC for 14 community solar projects in Illinois, totaling 74.5 MW DC. This financing aims to fill gaps in renewable energy development funding, demonstrating Ballast Rock's commitment to supporting early-stage projects with tailored credit solutions.