Chhattisgarh rooftop solar users to get paid for excess electricity sent to grid under new scheme

The Solar Energy Corporation of India has set the purchase rate for surplus power for the upcoming financial year. Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company is seeking regulatory approval to implement this, with credits to be adjusted in future electricity bills, encouraging more solar installations.

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PFC, REC boards approve merger scheme, share exchange ratio at 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares

The approved share swap ratio is 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares. This consolidation aims to boost operational efficiency and bolster the balance sheet, positioning the combined entity to significantly fund India's energy transition and infrastructure growth.

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India Inc's green transition triggers hiring surge

Demand is soaring for sustainability consultants, energy management specialists, and senior leadership positions like Chief Sustainability Officers.

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Union Minister Scindia inaugurates ₹20 crore solar plant, ₹17.98 lakh check dam in Guna

Union Minister Scindia highlights that the 4.5-MW solar power plant, established at Khutiyawad, is expected to generate around 75 lakh units of clean electricity annually.

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Vikran Engineering bags ₹3,518 crore EPC order for 969 MW solar project in Maharashtra

The turnkey EPC contract covers the design, engineering, procurement, supply, erection, testing and commissioning of the project, including the supply of solar PV modules and inverters.

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CBIC rolls out green channel to speed emergency imports during oil spill crises

This initiative, driven by a Coast Guard request, aims to expedite the movement of crucial response equipment, thereby enhancing India's preparedness for marine pollution incidents and fulfilling international maritime commitments.

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Centre invites bids for green urea plants to curb import reliance

The department on Friday held a pre-EoI meeting with public and private sector companies, including NTPC, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), fertiliser manufacturers, technology providers and green hydrogen developers, to discuss the proposed project framework.

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