Updated List of Approved Solar Photovoltaic Module Manufacturers and Models
Under the updated Approved List of Models and Manufactures for Solar Photovoltaic Modules, the enlistment of models of Solar PV Module Manufacturers in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) will be subject to stringent criteria. Only models that comply with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and meet the minimum module efficiency requirements will be eligible for enlistment under ALMM.
Gujarat Is Set To Become India’s Green Hydrogen Hub
The Green Hydrogen Destination of India” seminar during the third day of the tenth edition of the Vibrant Summit, Chief Minister of Gujarat declared that under the guidance of the Prime Minister, Gujarat is poised to become the country’s Green Hydrogen Hub. The government has formulated a special land policy, dedicating 2 lakh hectares of wasteland in Kutch and Banaskantha districts for green hydrogen production. Gujarat, aligning with this vision, has allocated 2 lakh crore rupees for the green growth sector over the next five years.
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 […]
MNRE Provides Comprehensive Guidelines on Implementation of PM-KUSUM
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an order notifying the comprehensive guidelines on implementation of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM). This order was issued on January 17, 2024.
MNRE Publishes Details of Secretaries (DRC) of REIAs
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced the secretaries to the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) for the respective Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs). This order was issued on January 12, 2024.
New Rules Unveiled to Boost Ease of Doing Business in Green Hydrogen and Energy Storage Sectors
To rationalize open access charges, the rules state that for consumers availing General Network Access or Open Access, the additional surcharge will be progressively reduced and eliminated within four years. Importantly, the surcharge will only apply to consumers who are or have been customers of the concerned Distribution licensee, sparing those who have never been customers from this additional cost.
Climate Conference 2024 “Decoding the Green Transition for India”
The conference delved into all aspects of India’s climate action plan, with a keen focus on the role of the private sector, climate tech startups, and institutional investors. The conference aimed at mobilizing financial resources and technical capabilities to bolster government initiatives.
Draft JERC (Procurement of Renewable Energy) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2024
The draft regulations outline several key amendments, including changes to definitions, renewable purchase obligations, and mechanisms for meeting renewable energy targets. Specific amendments include the substitution of regulations related to renewable energy certificates, changes to renewable purchase obligation targets for different types of renewable energy sources, and provisions for meeting obligations through various methods such as own generation, open access procurement, requisition from distribution licensees, and purchase of renewable energy certificates.
National Training Programme Biogas Production, Power Generation and Compressed Biogas Technology
The primary objective of this training programme is to equip government functionaries, budding entrepreneurs, supervisors, and consultants with in-depth knowledge of various aspects of biogas technology. Topics covered will include the significance of biogas as a fuel, the current status of biogas programs, and details about biogas up-gradation, bottling, power generation, and more.
MNRE Notifies Membership To Its Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC)
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced the membership to its Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) ) for the resolution of unforeseen disputes arising in the implementation of contractual agreements related to renewable energy projects. This order was issued on January 1, 2024.
