CPCB Invites Public Comments on Draft Guidelines for Handling Waste Solar Panels
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released a draft of “Guidelines for Storage and Handling of Waste Solar Photo-Voltaic Modules or Panels or Cells” and is inviting comments and suggestions from all stakeholders. This initiative is in line with the provisions of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, aiming to ensure environmentally sound management of solar waste.
MNRE Revises Guidelines for Small Hydro Power Projects to Address Sector Challenges
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced revisions to the guidelines for Small Hydro Power (SHP) schemes, initially circulated in 2009 and 2014. This move comes in response to various challenges and difficulties faced by stakeholders in the SHP sector.
MNRE Drafts Guidelines for Series Approval of SPV Modules
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released Draft Guidelines for series approval of SPV Modules for conducting testing in Test Labs for implementation of Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods Order, 2025. The MNRE is seeking comments from stakeholders on these draft guidelines.
MNRE Updates List of Approved Solar PV Module Manufacturers and Models (ALMM)
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued its latest update to List I of the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (ALMM) Order, 2019. This revision, the thirty-eighth in the series, reflects additions and modifications to the previous list.
MNRE Clarifies ALMM Applicability
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued clarifications regarding the applicability of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for solar photovoltaic (PV) components in response to queries from stakeholders. The clarifications address the treatment of Net-Billing, Virtual Net Metering, Group Net Metering schemes, and behind-the-meter captive consumption for government entities and public sector enterprises.
New Wind Turbine Models Added to RLMM Following 2018 Procedure Declaration
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has published an updated list of wind turbine generator (WTG) models included in the Revised List of Models and Manufacturers (RLMM) as per the procedural framework declared on November 1, 2018. The updated RLMM reflects the latest additions based on submissions made by turbine manufacturers along with relevant certification documents.
MNRE Lowers Solar Module Efficiency Requirements for Specific Off-Grid Projects
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced an amendment to its ALMM (Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules) Order, reducing the minimum efficiency thresholds for solar PV modules used in specific off-grid applications.
MNRE Issues Final Application Form for ALMM Enlistment of Solar PV Cells
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released the Final Application Form for solar photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturers seeking enlistment in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II. Along with the Final Application Form, the MNRE has also issued clarifications addressing queries raised by stakeholders regarding the application process.
CERC Notifies Escalation Rates and Discount Rate for Round-The-Clock Renewable Energy Power Bids
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has issued a notification outlining the annual escalation rates and the discount rate to be used for the evaluation of bids for Round-The-Clock (RTC) power projects that combine grid-connected renewable energy with power from coal-based thermal power projects.
CEA to Host National Workshop on Renewable Energy Integration through Energy Storage
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is organizing a national workshop focused on the integration of Renewable Energy (RE) through Energy Storage Systems (ESS). It has now released the final agenda for the workshop, providing a detailed schedule of the sessions and speakers.
