Markets Shree Cement has commissioned a 3 MTPA grinding unit in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, through its subsidiary Union Cement Company. The project, valued at approximately ₹300 crore, expands the company’s total global capacity to 76.3 MTPA.
Storage New analysis projects total global battery demand exceeding 350 TWh by 2050, driven by mobile and stationary applications. Sodium-ion technology is emerging as a cost-competitive alternative, with system costs expected to fall below €52/kWh by mid-century.
Markets A new analysis of nearly 8 GW of photovoltaic assets reveals that 87% of inspected projects contain major quality issues. The data highlights significant performance losses and increased maintenance costs associated with these defects.
Storage Adani Green Energy has operationalized 3,081 MWh of battery storage in Q2 FY 2027, bringing its total installed BESS capacity to 6,632 MWh. The company aims to exceed 10 GWh of BESS capacity by the end of the financial year, supporting its broader renewable portfolio which grew by 24% year-on-year.
Markets India’s total cross-border transmission capacity reached 10,323 MW in September 2025, with major expansion underway in Nepal. The network is projected to grow to nearly 25,800 MW by 2030-31 to support regional renewable integration.
Solar Leapting has introduced the Auto-Navigation Forklift Robot (AFR), a tracked vehicle designed to handle solar module pallets weighing up to 3,000 kg on construction sites. The system utilizes advanced navigation sensors and a robust chassis to operate in challenging environmental conditions.
Storage India is accelerating its transition to electric mobility as EV penetration hits double digits. The government is backing this shift with significant investments in domestic cell production and critical mineral security.
Solar New research from MIT examines how different solar deployment models influence residential electricity pricing across the United States. The findings suggest a stark divergence in economic impact between large-scale installations and distributed rooftop systems.
Solar The new Hyper-ion series module utilizes advanced optical coatings to minimize sunlight reflection for airport and residential applications. Risen Energy's latest bifacial product achieves a maximum power output of 730 W with a 23.5% conversion efficiency.
Storage Vikram Solar subsidiary VSL PowerHive has announced plans to construct a major battery energy storage facility near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The project aims to support India's growing demand for round-the-clock clean power with localized manufacturing.
Wind The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has adopted tariffs for 800 MW of wind projects, ranging from ₹3.98/kWh to ₹4.17/kWh. This move is expected to boost wind energy development in the state.
Solar France's latest ground-mounted solar tender has awarded 930 MW of capacity to 125 projects, with a weighted average price of €60/MWh. This represents a significant decline in price compared to previous rounds, with implications for the country's renewable energy goals.
Solar Researchers at the Liten institute of the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) have made significant advancements in solar panel technology, achieving higher efficiency and power output. This development could pave the way for more efficient and cost-effective solar energy solutions.
Storage Energy Dome has opened a manufacturing plant in Piacenza, Italy, to produce its innovative compressed air energy storage systems. The company aims to ramp up production to support the growing demand for energy storage solutions.
Solar A team from Indonesia's Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember has made significant advancements in solar panel testing, focusing on surge protection and efficiency ratings. Their work aims to enhance the safety and performance of solar energy systems.
Policy South Africa's state-owned utility Eskom has launched a request for quotes for 6 GW of utility-scale renewable energy projects, including at least 2 GW of solar PV and 1 GW of battery energy storage. The move is part of Eskom's efforts to transition away from coal-fired generation and reduce diesel expenditure.
Policy The French Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) has proposed a framework for a capacity mechanism to mitigate the risk of electricity supply shortages during peak demand periods. The mechanism will involve two types of auctions, with the first short-term auction already held in 2026.
Solar Utility-scale projects led additions with 24.4 GW, while rooftop contributed 9.8 GW, according to JMK Research data.
Markets Solar generation rose 39% year-on-year to 51 BU in Q2 FY2026-27 and supplied a tenth of India's electricity, CREA analysis shows.
Policy India held back 8,133 GWh of solar in April–June; the ₹1.86 lakh crore GEC-III scheme aims to ease grid bottlenecks.
Wind After a record 6.05 GW in FY26, the MNRE says wind additions could hit 7.5–8 GW this fiscal as it targets 100 GW by 2030.
Storage The ESS-IV tender seeks four-hour, ISTS-connected BESS projects under a build-own-operate model, with bids due October 30.
