In Short : India has emerged as the world’s third-largest solar energy generator, surpassing Japan, according to Ember’s latest report. With over 5% of its electricity now sourced from solar power, India trails only China and the U.S. This milestone highlights India’s accelerating clean energy transition and its growing role in global efforts to combat […]
India Clears ₹26,000 Crore Transmission Plan to Unlock Solar Power Potential – EQ
In Short : The government has approved ₹26,000 crore worth of green energy transmission projects to support large-scale solar power generation. These projects aim to evacuate electricity from renewable energy zones in states like Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Ladakh. The move will strengthen India’s power grid, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and help meet its ambitious […]
Varanasi Railway Division Boosts Sustainability with Surge in Solar Power Generation – EQ
In Short : North Eastern Railway’s Varanasi Division generated 394,000 units of solar power from 2,253 kW rooftop panels, achieving a 2.59% increase over last year. Installed across stations, offices, and hospitals, the initiative saved ₹21.3 lakh and supports Indian Railways’ push toward clean energy and sustainability through expanded solar infrastructure. In Detail : The […]
Uttarakhand Targets 2500 MW Solar Power Generation by 2027 – EQ
In Short : Uttarakhand has set a target to generate 2,500 MW of solar power by 2027, aiming to enhance its renewable energy capacity. The state is promoting initiatives like the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, which offers up to 70% subsidies for rooftop solar installations. The “Saur Kauthig” solar fair in Dehradun raised awareness and […]
Himachal CM advocates for enhancing solar power generation in State – EQ
In Short : The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh has advocated for enhancing solar power generation in the state. He emphasized the importance of expanding renewable energy infrastructure to meet growing energy demands and support sustainable development. In Detail : Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stressed the importance of boosting solar power production during […]
In-house solar power generation saving 2,300 tons of CO2 across RRTS corridor: NCR transport body – EQ
In Short : In-house solar power generation is saving 2,300 tons of CO2 across the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor, according to the NCR transport body. This initiative significantly reduces the carbon footprint and promotes sustainable transportation infrastructure in the region. In Detail : New Delhi : The National Capital Regional Transport Corporation (NCRTC) […]
Exide Industries shares gain on agreement for solar power generation – EQ
In Short : “Exide Industries shares surge following an agreement for solar power generation, signaling investor confidence in the company’s diversification into renewable energy and its potential for growth in the sustainable power sector.” In Detail : Exide Industries shares rose nearly a percent to Rs 386.95 in early deals today against the previous close […]
Malwa, Nimar See Rise In Solar Power Generation; Panels Installed At 8,550 Places – EQ Mag
Electricity was being generated from solar panels at 4,900 places in 15 districts of western Madhya Pradesh in May-June last year Indore (Madhya Pradesh) : There has been a 75 per cent rise in the number of places using solar panels to generate electricity in the western part of Madhya Pradesh over a period of […]
Western MP sees rise in solar power generation; solar panels installed at 8,550 places – EQ Mag
Indore : There has been a 75 per cent rise in the number of places using solar panels to generate electricity in the western part of Madhya Pradesh over a period of one year, an official from a power distribution company said on Tuesday. Electricity was being generated from solar panels at 4,900 places in […]
CM Yogi Adityanath attends high-level meet seeking to accelerate efforts to enhance solar power generation in Uttar Pradesh – EQ Mag
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India] : As the consumption of electricity in Uttar Pradesh is predicted to shoot up to 53,000 MW in the next five years and subsequently increase at the rate of 16 per cent every year, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to focus on creating alternative sources of energy, such as […]