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Ditching diesel could save Pacific nations almost $1b

Replacing fuel imports with renewable power could save Pacific countries millions of dollars if they can secure enough investment to make the switch.

In 2023, Kitepower flew a 176-pound fabric wing over a Mayo bog for the first time. 3 years later, it has logged more than 90 flights and over 100 hours generating airborne wind-energy data

In 2023, Kitepower flew a 176-pound fabric wing over a Mayo bog for the first time. 3 years later, it has logged more than 90 flights and over 100 hours generating airborne wind-energy data

Kitepower is testing an unconventional approach to renewable energy at a designated airborne wind-energy site in County Mayo, Ireland. Instead of using a traditional tower and rotating blades, the system sends a lightweight fabric wing into the sky while a tether connects it to ground-based generation equipment. The wing flies…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Empty North Sea oil fields could store enough green hydrogen to power the country for seven years

Empty North Sea oil fields could store enough green hydrogen to power the country for seven years

Every time Britain has a still, grey week in winter, something invisible happens behind our plug sockets: gas power stations fire up to keep the lights on. That gas is often imported, with prices set by volatile global markets. This is one reason why energy bills surged during the cost-of-living…

The Conversation · Aug 24

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World’s biggest citrus waste-to-energy plant is being built in Brazil: 2.1-million-square-foot facility to turn orange juice waste into 1.77 million cubic feet of biogas every day

Brazil is building the world’s biggest citrus waste-to-energy plant, a 2.1-million-square-foot facility designed to transform orange juice wastewater into renewable energy. The project is expected to generate 1.77 million cubic feet of biogas every day, replacing fossil natural gas while reducing emissions and turning citrus waste into a valuable energy…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Suzlon Group plans to invest Rs 10,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh

Suzlon Group plans a significant Rs 10,000 crore investment in Andhra Pradesh. This expansion includes developing 1,325 MW of new wind projects in Anantapur. The initiative is expected to create approximately 4,000 new employment opportunities. Suzlon aims for 5 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The company also collaborates…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

India may see major growth in sodium-ion batteries as technology reaches TRL-7: Renewable Energy Secretary

Technology Readiness Level (TRL) is a scale used to assess the maturity of a technology, with TRL 7 indicating that a system prototype has been demonstrated in an operational environment.

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Need to scale storage capabilities amid growing RE capacity: Industry experts

India's renewable energy growth demands more storage systems now. Domestic battery manufacturing capacity remains very low compared to future needs. This gap creates a reliance on imports for essential battery components. Experts caution against delaying renewable deployment due to this dependency. India aims to bridge this storage gap over the…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

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SNP ministers overrule Highland Council on most energy projects, figures show

SNP ministers overrule Highland Council on most energy projects, figures show

THE Scottish Government has approved nearly two-thirds of major renewable energy developments opposed by Highland Council – leaving the local…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 21

TPIPP ramps up Thai clean power investments

TPIPP ramps up Thai clean power investments

TPI Polene Power Plc (TPIPP), Thailand's largest waste-to-energy power plant developer, is intensifying its renewable energy investments to support the country's ambitions of becoming a leading digital hub in Southeast Asia.

Bangkok Post · Aug 20

Tata Power launches ‘Ghar Ghar Solar’ in Bihar, targets 5 lakh homes in 3 years

Tata Power launches ‘Ghar Ghar Solar’ in Bihar, targets 5 lakh homes in 3 years

Tata Power Renewable Energy launched its 'Har Ghar Solar' initiative in Bihar on Thursday. This program aims to facilitate rooftop solar adoption in five lakh homes over three years. The initiative is backed by the state government and offers significant combined subsidies. Awareness and affordability are key drivers for solar…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

A UK solar farm began generating electricity in 2013; 12 years later its biodiversity had risen 41 per cent

A UK solar farm began generating electricity in 2013; 12 years later its biodiversity had risen 41 per cent

In 2011, planning began for a solar farm on the Broxted Estate in Suffolk, and by December 2013, the site was generating electricity for the first time. But what happened around the panels proved just as significant as the power they produced. Rather than simply fencing off the land and…

The Times of India · Aug 20

Power prices fall but risks remain for life after coal

Power prices fall but risks remain for life after coal

Renewable energy and batteries are pushing down wholesale power prices but a report warns they could rise again when coal-fired plants power down.

Kenya triples its power target, aiming to expand use of nuclear and geothermal energy

Kenya triples its power target, aiming to expand use of nuclear and geothermal energy

Kenya has tripled its long-term target for expanding its renewable power capacity to meet surging demand and support its industrialization, but that might not result in more affordable power for consumers

The Independent UK · Aug 19

BCPG still keen on US following divestment

BCPG still keen on US following divestment

BCPG Plc, the renewable energy arm of Bangchak Corporation, is reshaping its investment strategy after divesting stakes in two US gas-fired power plants, signalling a pivot towards high-yield reinvestment opportunities both at home and abroad.

Bangkok Post · Aug 18

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The Economic Times · Aug 18

Delhi's master plan proposes solar, hydro power generation from canals, drains

Delhi's Master Plan for 2047 proposes harnessing renewable energy from existing canals and drains. The plan also suggests utilizing greenfield areas for agriculture-cum-solar farms and solar power for bus depots. Government buildings with sufficient rooftop space will install solar panels as per policy guidelines. Subsidies and incentives are being considered…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Jefferies raises Belrise Industries target price, sees 18% upside on strong demand, business expansion

Jefferies retained its Buy rating on Belrise Industries and raised its target price to Rs 280, citing strong automotive orders, two-wheeler demand and expanding renewable energy and aerospace businesses. The brokerage expects robust earnings growth, though customer concentration and margins remain key risks.

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Inox Clean Energy completes Rs 6,000 crore acquisition of BlackRock-owned GIP's Vena Energy India

Inox Clean Energy has acquired Vena Energy India's renewable platform for Rs 6,000 crore. This rapid transaction was completed within two months, showcasing strong financing capabilities. Vena Energy India's portfolio includes operational and developing solar, wind, and BESS assets. Following this acquisition, Inox Clean's operational capacity will reach approximately four…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Singapore put solar panels on the sea expecting waves to be the biggest challenge, but barnacles had other plans

Singapore is using floating solar farms to address land scarcity while expanding renewable energy generation. However, marine organisms can attach to these structures, increasing their weight and affecting buoyancy. This biofouling can accelerate equipment corrosion and make essential maintenance more difficult.

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Newcastle Herald · Aug 17

What will power the Hunter's data centre boom?

Data centres will accelerate the roll-out of clean energy projects in the Hunter and New England.

The Independent UK · Aug 17

China’s leftover renewable energy could power UK for more than a year

In just six months, China was forced to turn away clean solar power equivalent to annual energy demand of Mexico

Newcastle Herald · Aug 16

'We don't have a choice': Premier says Hunter renewables to roll on despite tempers flaring

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The Economic Times · Aug 16

Octopus Energy pays UK households nearly £100m for spare solar power as heatwaves drive 34% surge in solar installation demand

UK households have made nearly one hundred million pounds from selling solar power, as Octopus Energy customers have reported collective earnings over the last year. This rise comes amid a surge in solar panel inquiries, driven by recent heatwaves. Climate advocates are urging Prime Minister Andy Burnham to take action…

Fortune · Aug 14

An obscure clean-energy rule change could have big consequences for investors

A proposed emissions-accounting overhaul could scramble corporate net-zero plans and the renewable-energy market.

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Hinduja Group commits Rs 2,500 cr investment in Tamil Nadu

Hinduja Group plans a significant Rs 2,500 crore investment across its Tamil Nadu businesses. This includes renewable energy projects and electric mobility solutions. The group will develop over 200 MW of clean energy generation capacity. Electric buses will be operationalised for public transport in the state.

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Can a Solar Eclipse Cause an Energy Crisis? Britain's Grid Prepared for the Risk

Britain's electricity operators successfully managed the solar eclipse's impact on solar power generation, highlighting the strengths and challenges of the UK's transition to renewable energy sources.

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