Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from JSW Energy, Tata Power, TotalEnergies, Statkraft, among others.
JSW Energy Commissions India’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant at Vijayanagar
JSW Energy has commissioned India’s largest green hydrogen plant at Vijayanagar, Karnataka, marking a major investment in the nation’s clean energy and industrial decarbonisation goals. The facility will produce 3,800 tonnes per annum (TPA) of green hydrogen and 30,000 TPA of green oxygen, supplying JSW Steel for low-carbon steel production. The project showcases innovative electrolysis technology powered by renewable energy, significantly reducing industrial emissions. It reflects JSW’s customer-focused commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency while strengthening India’s green manufacturing ecosystem. This milestone underscores JSW Energy’s leadership in renewable innovation and industrial transformation, supporting the country’s net-zero vision and advancing the integration of clean hydrogen in heavy industry.
Tata Power Invests ₹1,572 Crore in Bhutan’s 1,125 MW Hydro Project
Tata Power will invest ₹1,572 crore to acquire a 40 percent stake in a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) with Druk Green Power Corporation for developing the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydro Power Project in Bhutan. This marks a major step in Tata Power’s clean energy expansion and regional collaboration in hydropower innovation. The project aims to provide sustainable electricity to both Bhutan and India, enhancing energy security while reducing carbon emissions. Customers and industries will gain access to stable, green, and affordable power, promoting low-carbon growth. Despite a 1 percent year-on-year dip in Q2 net profit to ₹919 crore, Tata Power continues to emphasize innovation, strategic investment, and customer-focused sustainability to strengthen its renewable energy portfolio and long-term value creation.
Statkraft Commissions Germany’s Largest Solar-Storage Hybrid Project
Statkraft has commissioned Germany’s largest solar-storage hybrid project in Schleswig-Holstein, marking a major milestone in the nation’s clean energy transition. The site integrates 56 MW of solar capacity with a 33 MW/56 MWh battery system, showcasing innovation in combining renewable generation with advanced storage technology. This hybrid setup enhances grid stability, ensures round-the-clock green power supply, and maximizes asset efficiency. The investment underscores Statkraft’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused energy solutions that meet growing industrial and commercial demand for reliable renewable power. The project not only cuts emissions but also demonstrates the potential of hybrid systems to drive energy independence and low-carbon growth, reinforcing Germany’s leadership in Europe’s renewable energy transformation.
Faheema P