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Kerala Exempts Duty on Solar Power Generation

This decision comes just a day after the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) increased the rate paid for solar energy sold to the grid. The Kerala government has announced an exemption on energy duty for solar power generation to encourage increased adoption of solar energy. This decision comes just a day after the Kerala

Most Companies Unprepared for Upcoming Climate Reporting Rules; Accenture Survey

Upcoming Climate Reporting Rules: A new survey by global professional services firm Accenture reveals a significant gap between the growing pressure on companies to address sustainability and their preparedness to meet upcoming climate reporting requirements. The report, titled “From Compliance to Competitive Advantage,” surveyed over 730 CFOs and senior finance executives from large companies across

Deadly Haj Heatwave Linked to Climate Change, Scientists Warn

The findings suggest that without human-caused climate change, temperatures during the Hajj would have been approximately 2.5°C (4.5°F) cooler. A scorching heatwave that struck Saudi Arabia during this year’s Haj pilgrimage, claiming over 1,300 lives, was significantly worsened by climate change, according to a team of European scientists. Temperatures along the pilgrimage route soared to

JSW Neo Energy Inks PPAs for 1.3 GW Renewables

The wind PPA boasts a competitive blended tariff of ₹3.62 per KWh and a 25-year term. JSW Neo Energy Ltd, a subsidiary of JSW Energy Ltd, has signed two power purchase agreements (PPAs), with Solar Energy Corp. of India Ltd (SECI) and Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL), to expand its renewable energy portfolio. These

Denmark to Charge Carbon Tax on Cows and Pigs

This tax, targeted at methane emissions from cows, sheep, and pigs, will take effect in 2030. Denmark has become the first country in the world to tax livestock farmers for the greenhouse gases emitted by their animals. This tax, targeted at methane emissions from cows, sheep, and pigs, will take effect in 2030. The move

Chinese Solar Cell Giant Drinda to Build Massive Factory in Oman

Drinda’s wholly-owned subsidiary, JTPV, a prominent independent cell supplier listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, will spearhead the factory’s construction. Hainan Drinda New Energy Technology (Drinda), a leading Chinese solar cell manufacturer, has signed a deal with the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) to construct a massive 10 gigawatt (GW) cell manufacturing facility in Oman. The

India to Boost Solar Cell Production; to Curb China Import

Cells will likely be the next target for import restrictions, though the government plans a more cautious approach this time. India is poised for a significant increase in domestic solar cell manufacturing, aiming to cut its dependence on Chinese imports, according to the country’s top renewable energy official. Bhupinder Singh Bhalla, Renewable Energy Secretary, expects

Adani Green Pledges S$24.2 Billion by 2030 to Build 40GW Capacity

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), a subsidiary of the Adani Group with a current renewable energy capacity of over 10 GW, aims to add 6-7 GW annually, reaching 50 GW by 2030. The Adani Group said it would invest ₹ 2 lakh crore (US$24.2 billion) by 2030 to build a 40-gigawatt (GW) renewable energy generation

BIS Ups Safety Standards for Electric Vehicles in India

E-rickshaws and e-karts are gaining traction nationwide, prompting BIS to establish specific safety standards for these popular vehicles as well. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has upgraded the electric vehicle (EV) safety in India with the introduction of two new standards. These regulations aim to significantly improve the safety and quality of electric two-wheelers

JLR to Develop EV in China: Inks Pact with Chery

JLR will license its Freelander brand, a Land Rover vehicle successfully produced from 1997 to 2015, for use in a new line of mainstream EVs. Tata Motors’ subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has signed a pact with China’s Chery Automobile Company to develop electric vehicles (EVs) in China. This collaboration builds upon an existing partnership.