PGVCL Seeks Tariff Approval For 259 MW Solarization Of Agricultural Feeders; KP Group Appoints Dr. Alok Das as Group CEO and More...

The Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Limited (PGVCL) recently submitted a petition to the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) seeking approval for tariff rates determined through competitive bidding under the PM KUSUM-C scheme. This initiative aims to solarize agricultural feeders at a local level to enhance sustainable energy usage in Gujarat’s agriculture sector. The tender process, part of the larger PM KUSUM scheme by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), covers various types of solar projects, with capacity allocations tailored for agricultural feeders.

KP Group has announced the appointment of Dr. Alok Das as its new Group CEO, bringing over 30 years of renewable energy expertise to the leadership role. Dr. Das, a distinguished IIT Kanpur alumnus with a Ph.D. in Renewable Energy, is set to lead KP Group’s growth strategy across its 35 companies, including KPI Green Energy and KP Energy. His experience spans strategic planning, project management, and global business development, with a focus on advancing sustainable energy initiatives in India and beyond.

The deadline for stakeholders to submit comments on the proposed amendments to the guidelines for tariff-based competitive bidding in power procurement has been extended by 15 days. These guidelines are crucial for the procurement of power from various grid-connected renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, and hybrid projects, as well as firm and dispatchable power from renewable projects paired with energy storage systems. Originally set to close sooner, the new deadline for submitting feedback is now November 24, 2024.

IndiGrid , India’s leading power sector infrastructure investment trust (InvIT), has announced an enhanced partnership with British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution, and the Norwegian Climate Investment Fund, managed by Norfund. The collaboration marks the launch of EnerGrid, a new platform that will focus on bidding and developing greenfield transmission projects and standalone Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in India.

OPGC Ltd. has issued an invitation for tenders for the “Installation of Solar Lighting System at Ash Pond.” The work is expected to be completed according to the specifications and timelines outlined in the tender documents.