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NCRTC Signs 110 MW Solar Power Pact to Meet 60% of Namo Bharat Corridor Energy Demand

NCRTC has taken a major step toward sustainable transportation by signing a power purchase agreement for a 110 MW solar power plant that will supply nearly 60% of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor's electricity requirements. The project is expected to reduce operational power costs, strengthen renewable energy adoption, and support India's clean mobility ambitions.

Aug 31, 2026

Sodium-Ion Batteries Enter the Mainstream: Why the Next Energy Storage Race Could Move Beyond Lithium

Sodium-ion batteries are moving rapidly from an emerging alternative to a commercially viable energy-storage technology, particularly for grid-scale, solar and residential applications. Their advantages include abundant raw materials, strong low- and high-temperature performance, reduced dependence on critical minerals and the ability to use manufacturing processes similar to lithium-ion batteries. However, sodium-ion technology is not expected to immediately replace lithium-ion across every application because energy density, manufacturing scale and supply-chain maturity remain important constraints.

Aug 30, 2026

Romania Emerges as Europe's Renewable Energy Champion, Redefining the EU Clean Power Landscape

Romania has emerged as one of Europe's most surprising renewable energy success stories. Driven by rapid solar installations, expanding battery storage capacity, and increasing investment in grid modernization, the country is positioning itself as a leading force in the European Union's energy transition. As Europe seeks greater energy security and reduced dependence on fossil fuels, Romania's clean energy expansion is attracting attention from investors, policymakers, and industry leaders alike.

Aug 28, 2026

Tata Power Commissions 72.5 MW Captive Solar Project for Tata Steel in Rajasthan

Tata Power Renewable Energy has commissioned a 72.5 MW captive solar project for Tata Steel at Kalasar, Bikaner, Rajasthan. The project is expected to generate 166 million units of green energy annually and offset around 118,856 tonnes of carbon emissions, supporting Tata Steel's industrial decarbonization goals.

Aug 27, 2026

India’s Solar Financing Market Gains Momentum as Green Loans, Project Debt and M&A Accelerate Growth

India's solar financing market is gaining momentum as green loans, project debt, corporate financing and M&A support rapid renewable-energy expansion. Rising solar capacity additions, C&I demand and hybrid solar-storage projects are creating new opportunities for developers, lenders and investors.

Aug 26, 2026

Recurrent Energy Secures $695 Million for 330 MW California Solar Project

Recurrent Energy secured $695 million in project financing and tax equity for its 330 MW Cobalt Solar project in Riverside County, California. The financing includes approximately $484 million in debt led by MUFG and Nord/LB and $211 million in tax equity from Wells Fargo. The project is under construction and is expected to reach commercial operation by the end of 2027.

Aug 26, 2026

Vikram Solar Power Connect 2026 in Indore Highlights India’s Solar Growth and Partnership Opportunities

Vikram Solar’s Power Connect 2026 in Indore brought together more than 140 renewable energy stakeholders to discuss solar technology, project financing, innovation and partnerships driving India’s clean energy transition.

Aug 26, 2026

ABRen Secures $1.6 Billion MUFG Financing for Sprng Energy Acquisition

Aditya Birla Renewables has secured a $1.6 billion MUFG term loan to fund its proposed acquisition of Sprng Energy from Shell. The transaction is valued at about $1.8 billion and is expected to expand ABRen's combined renewable energy portfolio to approximately 9.3 GW.

Aug 25, 2026

Otovo to Acquire Green Panel Solar Energy Systems for $11 Million, Expanding European Energy Services

Otovo has signed definitive agreements to acquire Israel-based Green Panel Solar Energy Systems for $11 million, marking Otovo’s eighth and largest acquisition to date. The deal is expected to expand Otovo’s technology-enabled energy services platform across 15 European markets while strengthening its solar, battery, EV charging and behind-the-meter service capabilities.

Aug 25, 2026