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India Aims to Triple Clean Energy Capacity to 900 Gigawatts by 2035, Faces Grid Challenges

India Aims to Triple Clean Energy Capacity to 900 Gigawatts by 2035, Faces Grid Challenges

India has announced an ambitious goal to increase its clean energy capacity to 900 gigawatts by 2035, a significant jump from its current target of 500 gigawatts by 2030. This new target encompasses non-fossil power sources such as solar, wind, hydropower, and nuclear energy. The country has also approved nearly $20 billion in funding for power grid upgrades and battery storage under its Green Energy Corridor plan to address existing bottlenecks. Despite being among the fastest nations to expand clean power, India faces substantial challenges, particularly with its transmission infrastructure. Over the past 16 months, the grid's inability to accommodate renewable energy led to the curtailment of solar generation sufficient to power approximately 10 million homes. Experts, including Nikit Abhyankar from the India Energy and Climate Center at the University of California, Berkeley, emphasize that a robust and innovative transmission grid is crucial for India to meet its clean energy objectives.
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India Seeks Private Investment for $910 Million Strategic Oil Reserve Expansion

India Seeks Private Investment for $910 Million Strategic Oil Reserve Expansion

India Seeks Private Investment for $910 Million Strategic Oil Reserve Expansion
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India Plans World's Highest Railway Station in Ladakh as Part of Bilaspur–Manali–Leh Project

India Plans World's Highest Railway Station in Ladakh as Part of Bilaspur–Manali–Leh Project

India is advancing plans for a 489-km Bilaspur–Manali–Leh railway project in the Himalayan region, which is set to feature the world's highest railway station. This proposed station will be located in Ladakh at an altitude of approximately 17,244 feet (5,256 meters) above sea level. The project, estimated to cost around ₹1.3 lakh crore, aims to significantly improve connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh, thereby reducing travel time. Currently, China's Tanggula Railway Station on the Qinghai-Tibet Railway holds the record as the world's highest, situated at about 16,627 feet (5,068 meters). The construction of this railway line will involve overcoming substantial engineering challenges due to the difficult mountainous terrain, freezing temperatures, harsh winters, and heavy snowfall, necessitating specialized tunnels, bridges, and other infrastructure.
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Candi Solar Secures $50 Million from Pentagreen Capital to Expand Solar and Battery Storage Portfolio in India

Candi Solar Secures $50 Million from Pentagreen Capital to Expand Solar and Battery Storage Portfolio in India

Candi Solar Secures $50 Million from Pentagreen Capital to Expand Solar and Battery Storage Portfolio in India
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India Explores Wind Turbine Repowering to Boost Capacity by Nearly 50% Without Additional Land Acquisition

India Explores Wind Turbine Repowering to Boost Capacity by Nearly 50% Without Additional Land Acquisition

India is considering a significant wind energy repowering initiative aimed at increasing generation capacity at existing wind farms by almost 50% without requiring additional land. The Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA) has identified approximately 5–8 GW of aging wind power capacity suitable for immediate upgrade by replacing older, smaller turbines with modern, higher-capacity machines. The long-term repowering opportunity is estimated at around 25 GW. This initiative is being discussed with the central government and key wind-producing states, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. The goal is to accelerate renewable energy deployment, improve land utilization, and enhance electricity availability, particularly when solar generation declines. The proposed upgrade involves replacing older turbines, many with capacities up to 2 MW, with new-generation machines ranging from 3 MW to 5 MW or higher. These modern turbines feature larger rotor diameters, taller towers, and improved o...
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Iranian Heavy Oil Price Exceeds $104 in October, OPEC Data Reveals

Iranian Heavy Oil Price Exceeds $104 in October, OPEC Data Reveals

Iranian Heavy Oil Price Exceeds $104 in October, OPEC Data Reveals
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Nepal Faces Winter Power Crisis Amid Damaged Infrastructure and Import Dependency

Nepal Faces Winter Power Crisis Amid Damaged Infrastructure and Import Dependency

Nepal is confronting a significant challenge in its winter power supply due to a combination of factors, including reduced hydropower generation, damaged infrastructure from recent floods and landslides, and a high reliance on electricity imports from India. While Nepal has achieved a surplus in electricity generation during the rainy season, enabling exports, its energy system is heavily dependent on river flow, which diminishes significantly in winter. This seasonal fluctuation necessitates substantial imports from India to meet domestic demand. The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) projects that domestic generation will only cover less than half of the total demand this winter, with an estimated 1,218 megawatts from domestic sources against a peak demand of 2,250 to 2,300 megawatts. To bridge this gap, the NEA plans to import 1,154 megawatts from India. However, the recent natural disasters have severely impacted hydropower projects and transmission lines, further complicating the supply management effo...
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Dibang Multipurpose Project Faces Downstream Community Demands Over Hydropower and Flood Moderation

Dibang Multipurpose Project Faces Downstream Community Demands Over Hydropower and Flood Moderation

A community alliance in Assam has issued demands concerning the Dibang Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh, a large-scale hydropower and flood-moderation scheme. The Assam–Arunachal Downstream Action Alliance has given authorities ten days to address issues including rehabilitation, flood protection, and public hearings in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia. The alliance also seeks recognition of downstream families as project-affected. The project, developed by NHPC on the Dibang River, aims for an installed capacity of 2,880 megawatts (MW) through twelve 240-MW generating units. The Dibang River is part of the Brahmaputra river system, making downstream communities in Assam directly affected by upstream water management. Hydropower plants convert moving water into electrical energy using turbines and generators, with energy generation dependent on water flow and elevation difference. The project is termed 'multipurpose' due to its dual goals of electricity generation and flood moderation, which involves managi...
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India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Anticipates Favorable Trade Deal with U.S.

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Anticipates Favorable Trade Deal with U.S.

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Anticipates Favorable Trade Deal with U.S.
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European Parliament Delegation to Push for Fossil Fuel Phase-Out at COP31

European Parliament Delegation to Push for Fossil Fuel Phase-Out at COP31

A European Parliament delegation is set to attend the UN Climate Change Conference, COP31, in Antalya, Turkey, from November 16 to 20, 2026. The delegation, led by Lídia Pereira (EPP, PT) and vice-chaired by Heléne Fritzon (S&D, SE), aims to advocate for the implementation of climate commitments, particularly a global phase-out of fossil fuels. During the summit, MEPs will engage with ministers, parliamentarians, and delegates from key non-EU countries, including the United States, China, India, and Brazil, as well as the COP31 hosts, Turkey and Australia. They are also scheduled to meet with prominent figures such as UNFCCC Executive Secretary Simon Stiell and IPCC Chair Jim Skea. The Parliament has adopted its position on COP31, emphasizing the need for action, investment, and measurable results in climate efforts. Two side events are planned: one on transitioning away from fossil fuels and preparations for Global Stocktake 2, and another on electrification for energy security and climate resilience.
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India seeks to triple clean energy capacity to 900 gigawatts by 2035, but major hurdles remain

India seeks to triple clean energy capacity to 900 gigawatts by 2035, but major hurdles remain

India has set an ambitious goal to install enough clean energy to power over 1 billion homes by 2035
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Upcycling Natural Materials Offers Environmental and Economic Benefits

Upcycling Natural Materials Offers Environmental and Economic Benefits

Upcycling Natural Materials Offers Environmental and Economic Benefits