The Union Budget 2026–27 signals a pivotal shift in India's Energy and Environment sector, prioritizing integrated energy systems over capacity additions. Key measures include enhanced battery manufacturing and storage support, tax incentives for data centers, and customs duty relief for critical inputs, fostering a competitive clean-energy landscape and attracting long-term investments.

South Asia is home to nearly one-fourth of the world’s population and is witnessing fast economic growth. As industries expand and living standards rise,...

As the global solar capacity surpasses two terawatts, the industry faces challenges in maintaining performance. The Global Solar Report 2025 highlights a 5.77% average power loss in 2024, leading to significant financial implications. Equipment failures, particularly inverters, are major contributors, while module-level damage is rising. Effective monitoring and maintenance are essential for optimising existing assets.

The global energy sector crossed a major turning point in 2025 as battery energy storage systems became the largest source of operational energy storage...