National Hands-on Training Program on Biogas Technology and Its Implementation
This national training program has been organized by the Sardar Swaran Singh National Institute of Bio-Energy, scheduled to take place from February 19 to February 23, 2024. The training program is designed for SNDs/SNAs/BDTCs/KVIC, manufacturers of biogas plants, purification systems, engines, gas flow meters, project developers, implementers, consultants, biogas aspirants, start-ups, and field supervisory functionaries involved in the implementation of biogas programs.
National Conference on Energy Transition in Gandhinagar
The conference delved into the critical aspects of energy transition, focusing on scaling up renewable energy generation and consumption. The discussions addressed challenges related to grid integration, financing tools, and the development of supporting infrastructure.
GENCOs encouraged to Participate in CIRP of Stressed Power Assets
The Ministry of Power (MoP) has issued an advisory encouraging all States/ Generation Companies (GENCOs) to participate in the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) for taking over stressed thermal power assets. State-owned GENCOs are advised to acquire stressed power assets through IBC under the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) route and contribute to the overall generation capacity of the nation.
Ministries of Coal and New & Renewable Energy Join Forces to Boost Green Energy Initiatives
Under this cooperative framework, the MNRE will extend its support by providing technical expertise, policy guidance, and capacity-building assistance. Simultaneously, the Ministry of Coal will facilitate the availability of land and capital while actively participating in the implementation of solar energy, green hydrogen, and various other renewable energy projects.
MoP directs all GENCOs on Timely Import of Coal
To ensure a consistent and uninterrupted power supply across the country, the Ministry of Power, in consultation with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) and Grid India, has made the decision to increase the blending of imported coal to a minimum of 6% by weight. Power generation companies (Gencos) are encouraged to continuously monitor their coal stock positions.
Government launches Standards & Labelling Programme for Solar Panels
The star labelling scheme, prepared by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), for PV modules will be in effect from January 1, 2024, until December 31, 2025. Solar panel manufacturers are called to voluntarily register under the star labelling program. The programme will become mandatory after the initial two years.
Cabinet Committee Approves Green Energy Corridor Phase-II for 13 GW Renewable Energy Project in Ladakh
The transmission line to evacuate this power will traverse through Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, extending up to Kaithal in Haryana, where it will integrate with the National Grid. An interconnection is also planned from this project in Leh to the existing Ladakh grid, ensuring a reliable power supply to the Ladakh region.
MNRE lists Penalties for Violation of DCR Norms under Solar Projects
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has listed penalties for violation of Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) norms under solar PV projects. Moreover, it is categorically stated that DCR provisions under respective schemes/ programmes of the MNRE must be strictly complied with. Any violation of these provisions will invite action.
R&D Roadmap for Green Hydrogen Ecosystem in India
The roadmap, which has been drafted after an exhaustive analysis of the current state of technology and ongoing research, benchmarking, and identifying gaps, lays out a clear path for research and development actions to promote green hydrogen commercialization. It is expected that this draft roadmap will serve as a guiding document for establishing a dynamic research and development ecosystem necessary for the commercialization of green hydrogen.
Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Discusses Vital Power Sector Issues with Regulators
The regulators assured Minister Singh that they would consider and implement his suggestions to create a conducive regulatory environment, promoting a financially viable and environmentally sustainable power sector. The meeting aimed to strengthen India’s commitment to providing reliable and affordable power to its citizens while addressing the challenges facing the sector.
MNRE extends Waiver of Domestic Content Requirement for Solar Cells
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the waiver of the domestic content requirement for solar cells under Component C of PU-KUSUM Scheme till 31st March, 2024. This Office Memorandum was issued on 11th September, 2023.
Workshop on Solar Thermal Technologies
This workshop aims to engage stakeholders in vital discussions concerning the quality control of Solar Water Heaters (SWH) and the expansion of Concentrated Solar Thermal (CST) technologies for various industrial and institutional applications across India. The event will take place on September 13, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (IST).