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Co-Locating ESS with Solar Project Mandate Applies Only to Future Tenders, Clarifies CEA

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has clarified that the advisory for co-located energy storage in solar projects applies only to future tenders, not those already issued. Ongoing scheme of government, including PM Surya Ghar Yojana, will continue to be governed by the existing provisions.

Central Electricity Authority | April 02, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 237

India Needs 600 GW of Clean Energy by 2030 to Meet Growing Demand: CEEW

A CEEW study finds India must scale up to 600 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030 to ensure reliable, cost-effective power. Higher renewable adoption could cut costs, create jobs, and reduce emissions while minimizing dependence on new coal projects.

Central Electricity Authority | March 12, 2025 | By EI News Network | 861

Ministry of Power Advises REIAs to Incorporate 2-Hour Co-Located ESS in Future Solar Tenders

The Ministry of Power has advised renewable energy agencies and state utilities to include a minimum 2-hour energy storage system (ESS), equivalent to 10 percent of solar project capacity, in future tenders to enhance grid stability and reliability.

Central Electricity Authority | February 19, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 799

Constructions of 19 GW of Hydroelectric Projects, 6 GW of PSPs yet to Start: MoS Power Shripad Naik

A total of 26 hydroelectric projects with 19,214 MW capacity and five pumped storage projects (PSPs) totalling 6,020 MW are yet to begin construction, stated Minister of State for Power Shripad Naik in response to a Rajya Sabha query on pending power projects.

Central Electricity Authority | December 10, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 958

44 PSPs Aggregating to 60,050 MW in DPR Preparation Stage: Power MoS Shripad Naik

India is currently surveying and preparing detailed project reports (DPRs) for 11 hydroelectric schemes totalling 8,036 MW and 44 pumped storage projects (PSPs) totalling 60,050 MW, shared Minister of State for Ministry of Power, Shripad Naik, in the Rajya Sabha.

Central Electricity Authority | December 03, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 627

CEA Recognises Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology Under Hydro Category

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has recognised the indigenously developed Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine (SHKT) technology under the hydro category as a cost-effective renewable energy solution with generation costs of INR 2-3 per unit.

Central Electricity Authority | November 27, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1065

CEA Approves Uniform Protection Protocol for Users of Indian Grid

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has approved a Uniform Protection Protocol for Indian Grid users. It addresses the protection requirements for thermal and hydro generating units, renewable energy generations (REGs), battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, transmission lines, and HVDC terminals.

Central Electricity Authority | November 18, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1115

India Surpasses 200 GW RE Capacity

India's renewable energy capacity has reached 201.45 GW as of October 10, 2024, accounting for 46.3 percent of the country's total installed capacity. This milestone highlights the country’s commitment to sustainable energy and its progress toward a greener future.

Central Electricity Authority | October 15, 2024 | By EI News Network | 1511

2,100 GW Capacity Expansion Required to Meet Energy Needs: Minister Manohar Lal

Union Cabinet Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, outlined the government's strategy to meet the country's burgeoning energy needs while transitioning to cleaner power sources.

Central Electricity Authority | October 15, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi | 801

India Requires INR 285-345 Lakh Cr Investment by 2047 to Achieve Energy Independence: IREDA CMD

India will need an investment of INR 285-345 lakh crore by 2047 to achieve energy independence, said IREDA CMD Pradip Kumar Das at the CEA’s Brainstorming Conclave, highlighting vast opportunities in renewable energy financing.

Central Electricity Authority | October 15, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 995

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Understanding the Evolving Discourse of Resource Adequacy in India

The peak demand of India has grown at a CAGR of around 5.5% from FY 2009-10 to FY 2023-24. The trend of the growth in peak can be seen in the chart below. During the same period, India has seen its peak deficit & energy deficit reduce from...

Central Electricity Authority | October 07, 2024 | By News Bureau | 417