MERC Rejects Scrapping of Grid Support Charges for Rooftop Solar Updated On Mon, Jun 9th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has dismissed a petition seeking to eliminate Grid Support Charges (GSC) applicable to rooftop solar systems in the state. The state power regulator ruled that the charges were legally established and necessary to maintain grid stability and service infrastructure. The order was passed after a petition was filed in […] Read more
Maharashtra: Lloyds Metals In Deal To Get 28.2 MW RE From Hexa Updated On Thu, Jun 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy Maharashtra-based Lloyds Metals has signed a Share Subscription and Shareholders Agreement with Hexa Energy MH3 Private Limited and Hexa Climate Solutions to strengthen renewable power sourcing for its operations in Maharashtra, the company said in a regulatory filing. The company shared the details of the agreement in a regulatory filing, which said, “The deal includes […] Read more
Maharashtra: NIRL, MAHAPREIT To Form JV For 2 GW RE Projects Updated On Thu, May 29th, 2025 by Saurenergy NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a NLC India Limited subsidiary, signed a Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT) at Mumbai on 29th May 2025. This collaboration is key in NIRL’s expansion and foray into Maharashtra’s renewable energy sector. The Joint Venture Company (JVC) to be formed under […] Read more
Maharashtra Draft EV Policy Targets Rollout in Six Urban Hubs Updated On Tue, May 27th, 2025 by Saurenergy Maharashtra has unveiled a draft Electric Vehicle (EV) policy aimed at accelerating adoption across all vehicle segments through targeted incentives, infrastructure expansion, and support for local EV manufacturing. The policy seeks to foster innovation and skill development while promoting battery recycling and reuse to support a circular economy. The draft policy outlines, an ‘Operational Guidelines […] Read more
Maharashtra: Onix Renewable Embarks On Its 1.9 GW Solar Project Updated On Fri, May 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Onix Renewable Limited has launched development of a 1,959 MW solar power project under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0 (MSKVY 2.0), a flagship decentralised solar initiative by the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) aligned with the central government’s PM-KUSUM scheme. The ambitious project aims to decarbonise rural electricity supply and bolster […] Read more
SJVN Issues Tender to Restore 47.6 MW Wind Project in Maharashtra Updated On Thu, May 22nd, 2025 by Saurenergy SJVN has invited bids to restore four wind turbine generators (WTGs) at its 47.6 MW Khirvire Wind Power Station (KWPS), located in Khirvire and Kombhalne villages in Akole taluka of Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar district. SJVN tender set June 3, 2025, as the last date for bid submission. The new tender follows a tender in April for […] Read more
MERC Clarifies On Rooftop Solar, Open Access Rules Updated On Tue, May 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has issued key clarifications on rooftop solar and open access energy rules, addressing consumer concerns on banking charges, eligibility, and implementation under recently amended regulations. In an order passed last week, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) responded to a public interest petition filed by a renewable energy consultant. […] Read more
BPCL Awards 100 MW Wind Farm Contracts To Suzlon, Integrum Updated On Wed, May 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), has awarded contracts for developing 100 MW Windfarm Projects—50 MW each in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. BPCL issued the Letter of Award (LOA) to Suzlon Energy Limited for the 50 MW wind project in Madhya Pradesh and to Integrum Energy Infrastructure Limited for the 50 MW project […] Read more
Maharashtra: Avaada To Build 3.6 GW Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Tue, Apr 29th, 2025 by Saurenergy Avaada Group on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra government to develop two pumped storage hydro projects with a combined capacity of 3,650 megawatts. The agreement, signed with the state’s Water Resources Department, was formalized in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, along with senior government officials including Water […] Read more
