Implementation of Awareness & Outreach Under PM Surya Ghar
This government initiative aims to incentivize rooftop solar installations in residential homes across India. The program aims to achieve 1 crore rooftop solar installations and provide free or low-cost electricity to participating households.
MNRE Announces Three New Operational Guidelines Providing Incentives And Component Building
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has unveiled several new operational guidelines under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. These include guidelines on incentives to DISCOMs, to accelerate rooftop solar installation across India. The PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has also unveiled a component to accelerate rooftop solar deployment through incentives for Local Bodies. Additionally, the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has launched a Capacity Building program to empower a skilled workforce for India’s rooftop solar revolution.
Government Announces Increased Support for Biomass Pellet Production
Non-torrefied pellet manufacturing plants will now receive a significantly higher CFA of Rs. 21 lakh per MTPH or 30% of the capital cost (whichever is lower), with a maximum of Rs. 1.05 crore per project. Torrefied pellet manufacturing plants will receive the highest CFA of Rs. 42 lakh per MTPH or 30% of the capital cost (whichever is lower), with a maximum of Rs. 2.1 crore per project. Briquette manufacturing plants continue to receive a CFA of Rs. 9 lakh per Metric Ton per Hour (MTPH) capacity, with a maximum of Rs. 45 lakh per project.
Guidelines For Implementation of SIGHT To Boost Green Hydrogen Production
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued guidelines for implementation of SIGHT Program. Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Program Component II: Incentive Scheme for Green Hydrogen Production (under Mode 1)- Tranche-II, aims to accelerate the development and adoption of clean hydrogen as an alternative fuel source. These guidelines were issued on July 3, 2024.
Revised Guidelines For Flexibility In Wind Turbine Placement
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has amended its guidelines for onshore wind power projects, focusing on optimizing wind farm layouts. The previous guidelines mandated minimum distances between wind turbines, sometimes hindering optimal placement. This amendment allows for a more data-driven approach to maximize wind farm efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
Guidelines for Saturation of Government Buildings With Rooftop Solar
According to these guidelines, all central government buildings must be equipped with rooftop solar panels by December 31, 2025, if technically feasible. No central financial assistance will be provided under the Scheme for buildings in the Government sector, but the installation will be undertaken by experienced public sector companies chosen by the MNRE.
MNRE Releases Draft Specifications for Solar Cold Storage
Emphasizing the preservation of perishable produce, the specifications target storage temperatures between 4°C to 15°C, catering to a wide range of commodities including fruits and vegetables. Stringent quality standards are upheld, mandating certification of all individual components as per relevant industry norms.
MNRE Issues Clarifications On PM-KUSUM Implementation
MNRE has confirmed that the requirement of indigenous solar cells (DCR) under Component C of the scheme is relaxed till March 31, 2024. It is also clarified that the current Central Financial Assistance (CFA) under Component C will be valid until further updates.
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) Launches ‘Pahal’ Vigilance Journal
The introduction of ‘Pahal’ marks a significant stride towards promoting transparency, accountability, and the advancement of renewable energy initiatives by IREDA. With ‘Pahal,’ IREDA embarks on a journey towards strengthening its vigilance mechanisms while simultaneously nurturing a culture of innovation and awareness in the realm of renewable energy development.
SIGHT Program: Incentive for Procurement of Green Ammonia and Green Hydrogen
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued scheme guidelines for implementation of Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Program under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). This notification was issued on January 16, 2024. The MNRE has stated that the President of India as sanctioned the scheme for procurement of green […]
