RERC dismissed Shree Cement’s petition seeking to halve its contracted demand and qualify its existing 7.08 MW captive solar plant for the 200% capacity limit under 2025 GEOA regulations. The Commission ruled existing installations cannot automatically benefit from revised provisions; consumers must formally migrate, satisfy all conditions, and support additional renewable generation.
BERC directed BSPGCL to submit corrected Request for Selection and draft Power Purchase Agreement documents for its proposed 150 MW solar project paired with a 75 MW/300 MWh battery storage system. The revised documents must incorporate agreed modifications and be filed by November 9, 2026. The next hearing is scheduled for November 12.
BERC approved a ₹3.46/kWh tariff for Agrowin Agri Solutions’ 10 MW canal-bank solar project in Bihar, authorizing a 25-year PPA. Selected through competitive bidding, the project will support renewable purchase obligations and address projected shortages. After land-related delays, approximately 40 acres were secured in Aurangabad, subject to PPA revisions and final execution.
GERC rejected Sahaj Solar’s request to extend commissioning of its 4 MW Gujarat project, finding insufficient evidence that West Asia-related disruptions caused the delay. The developer missed the January 17, 2026 deadline, failed to provide timely force majeure notices, and placed equipment orders late. Consequently, PPA termination, bank-guarantee encashment, and grid-connection cancellation were upheld.
Zambia plans to commission the $1.2 billion, 2,300-kilometre Zambia-Tanzania-Kenya interconnector by the second quarter of 2029. Linking Southern and Eastern African power pools, it will enable up to 500 MW in electricity trading and improve supply reliability. Supported by $292 million in grants, construction includes over 600 kilometres of Zambian transmission lines.
Africa GreenCo and Westlum Energy completed Southern Africa’s first electricity Contract for Difference transaction through Green Tiger Markets. The milestone introduces a tool for managing price volatility without trading physical power, improving financial predictability, market liquidity and private-sector confidence. CFDs could support cross-border electricity trading, renewable-energy investment and regional power-market development.
NERSA registered 144 new electricity facilities in South Africa from July to September 2026, adding 3,129 MW and attracting R78.16 billion in investment. Solar dominated with 139 projects, while wind, battery storage and co-generation also contributed. All applications were processed within nine working days, supporting faster capacity expansion and energy diversification.
KPI Green Energy has energized 49.7 MWp in its solar project and 121.8 MWp in its hybrid project in Bharuch, Gujarat. Cumulative capacities now stand at 300.8 MWp and 510.7 MWp, respectively. Supported by long-term GUVNL PPAs, the additions advance the company’s IPP portfolio, recurring revenues, and renewable energy growth alongside its EPC business.
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) rejected Vena Energy Vidyuth Private Limited's (VEVPL) appeal for special regulatory treatment for its 160 MW blended wind-solar project in Karnataka, insisting it remains classified as a hybrid station under the DSM Regulations, which impose stricter deviation penalties compared to standalone wind projects.
SJVN Limited reported strong second-quarter and half-year performance, with standalone revenue rising to ₹1,416.99 crore and net profit reaching ₹736.73 crore. Regulatory tariff approvals supported results, while subsidiary SGEL expanded solar and wind initiatives. The company also classified the 3,097 MW Etalin project for sale following its reassignment to NHPC, continuing portfolio diversification and clean-energy growth.
Nordex delivered strong Q3 2026 results, with sales rising 28.2% to EUR 2.2 billion, EBITDA more than doubling, and net income nearly tripling. Orders and the backlog expanded substantially, while Projects and Service margins improved. Strong cash generation prompted Nordex to raise its full-year EBITDA margin guidance to 11.5–12.5%, while maintaining sales expectations.
Adyant Alpha Power Private Limited, part of Datta Infra Group, has signed a 110 MW Wind Power Purchase Agreement with SJVN Limited for a project in Karnataka. This agreement boosts Datta's cumulative power purchase agreements past 600 MW, reinforcing its commitment to renewable energy and expanding its wind power initiatives in India.
West Africa's solar PV market is growing due to increasing electricity demand and utility-scale projects, although diverse regulations and climatic challenges persist. In a discussion with Adama Cissé of Jinko Solar, she highlights the importance of technology choice and local partnerships in driving adoption, along with the successful introduction of the Tiger Neo 3.0 technology.
India's energy storage market is set for rapid growth, emphasising grid stability, efficiency, and advanced technologies. Sineng Electric's General Manager highlights the importance of grid-forming technology in supporting renewable energy integration. The company aims to enhance local operations and develop efficient solutions aligned with India's energy transition and project demands.
India's renewable energy sector is embracing artificial intelligence for smarter energy management. Sigenergy India's CEO, Abhilash Borana, highlights their innovative AI-powered energy storage solutions that optimise electricity consumption and integrate solar, battery storage, and EV charging. The company aims to expand locally while revolutionising energy efficiency across residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Yogendra Yadav from Sungrow discusses the transformation of India’s renewable energy supply chain towards local sourcing and advanced technology. Emphasising AI-driven forecasting, digitalisation, and strong vendor partnerships, he highlights strategies for optimising inventory management and addressing logistics challenges to build a more resilient and sustainable supply chain.
India's wind energy sector saw significant growth in the first nine months of 2026, reaching a total capacity of 59,201.07 MW, an 11 percent increase from the previous year. Key states like Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka led this expansion, reflecting ongoing investments and policy support for renewable energy development across the country.
India ranks second globally for clean-industry investment potential, with US$434 billion across 61 projects, mainly in green ammonia, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel and low-carbon aluminium. However, only two projects have reached final investment decision. Stronger demand, financing, infrastructure, renewable power, supply chains and policy support are needed to advance the pipeline.
A report by Climate Risk Horizons indicates that India's top asset management companies are ill-prepared for climate-related financial risks, despite some progress in governance and disclosure. Key weaknesses include a lack of climate scenario analysis and insufficient emissions reporting. The report urges stronger regulations to enhance climate risk assessments in the sector.
The Tokio Marine GX report warns that the renewable energy sector is increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather, exacerbated by El Niño. It emphasizes the need for enhanced disaster recovery strategies, highlighting solar projects as primary loss contributors. Recommendations include improved risk transparency, collaborative planning, and timely recovery arrangements to mitigate financial impacts.
West Africa's solar PV market is growing due to increasing electricity demand and utility-scale projects, although diverse regulations and climatic challenges persist. In a discussion with Adama Cissé of Jinko Solar, she highlights the importance of technology choice and local partnerships in driving adoption, along with the successful introduction of the Tiger Neo 3.0 technology.
NTPC Green Energy Limited plans to invite bids for battery containers and power conversion systems for a 10 GW/40 GWh Battery Energy Storage System project. This effort aims to enhance renewable energy integration and includes equipment supply, installation supervision, and a 15-year maintenance agreement. Interested suppliers must register on the ETS portal.
Research from the Institute of Science Tokyo reveals that the molecular chirality of 2D organic-inorganic hybrid perovskites affects the direction of light-induced photocurrent. By using enantiomers to control crystal polarity, the study enhances understanding of charge transport in perovskites, paving the way for advanced optoelectronic applications, though not directly improving solar-cell efficiency.