RERC dismissed Shree Cement’s petition seeking to halve its contracted demand and qualify its existing 7.08 MW captive solar plant for the 200% capacity limit under 2025 GEOA regulations. The Commission ruled existing installations cannot automatically benefit from revised provisions; consumers must formally migrate, satisfy all conditions, and support additional renewable generation.

BERC directed BSPGCL to submit corrected Request for Selection and draft Power Purchase Agreement documents for its proposed 150 MW solar project paired with a 75 MW/300 MWh battery storage system. The revised documents must incorporate agreed modifications and be filed by November 9, 2026. The next hearing is scheduled for November 12.

BERC approved a ₹3.46/kWh tariff for Agrowin Agri Solutions’ 10 MW canal-bank solar project in Bihar, authorizing a 25-year PPA. Selected through competitive bidding, the project will support renewable purchase obligations and address projected shortages. After land-related delays, approximately 40 acres were secured in Aurangabad, subject to PPA revisions and final execution.

GERC rejected Sahaj Solar’s request to extend commissioning of its 4 MW Gujarat project, finding insufficient evidence that West Asia-related disruptions caused the delay. The developer missed the January 17, 2026 deadline, failed to provide timely force majeure notices, and placed equipment orders late. Consequently, PPA termination, bank-guarantee encashment, and grid-connection cancellation were upheld.

Zambia plans to commission the $1.2 billion, 2,300-kilometre Zambia-Tanzania-Kenya interconnector by the second quarter of 2029. Linking Southern and Eastern African power pools, it will enable up to 500 MW in electricity trading and improve supply reliability. Supported by $292 million in grants, construction includes over 600 kilometres of Zambian transmission lines.

Africa GreenCo and Westlum Energy completed Southern Africa’s first electricity Contract for Difference transaction through Green Tiger Markets. The milestone introduces a tool for managing price volatility without trading physical power, improving financial predictability, market liquidity and private-sector confidence. CFDs could support cross-border electricity trading, renewable-energy investment and regional power-market development.

NERSA registered 144 new electricity facilities in South Africa from July to September 2026, adding 3,129 MW and attracting R78.16 billion in investment. Solar dominated with 139 projects, while wind, battery storage and co-generation also contributed. All applications were processed within nine working days, supporting faster capacity expansion and energy diversification.

KPI Green Energy has energized 49.7 MWp in its solar project and 121.8 MWp in its hybrid project in Bharuch, Gujarat. Cumulative capacities now stand at 300.8 MWp and 510.7 MWp, respectively. Supported by long-term GUVNL PPAs, the additions advance the company’s IPP portfolio, recurring revenues, and renewable energy growth alongside its EPC business.

Smarten Power Systems Limited reported strong financial results for H1 FY27, with a 77.4% increase in consolidated revenue to ₹204.54 crore and a more than doubled Profit After Tax (PAT), rising to ₹11.99 crore. The company shows growth in both consolidated and standalone performance, driven by expanding operations in the power backup and solar energy segment.

Northern Solar Holdings Berhad has received a RM34 million contract to engineer and construct a 9.50 MW solar PV plant, enhancing its position in Malaysia's solar market. Scheduled for completion by May 2027, this project is expected to positively impact the company's earnings. The recent contract adds to their growing portfolio, bringing total recent awards to RM153.4 million.

India's solar manufacturing industry aims to become a global leader by 2047, potentially generating 32.3 lakh jobs and attracting USD 89 billion in investments. The Vision 2047 report outlines a comprehensive strategy for building an integrated solar ecosystem, reducing import reliance, and increasing domestic production capacity significantly. Essential policy support and investment are vital for success.

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) rejected Vena Energy Vidyuth Private Limited's (VEVPL) appeal for special regulatory treatment for its 160 MW blended wind-solar project in Karnataka, insisting it remains classified as a hybrid station under the DSM Regulations, which impose stricter deviation penalties compared to standalone wind projects.