Volvo Revs Up for Hydrogen Trucks: Trials Begin in 2026
These trucks utilize High Pressure Direct Injection (HPDI) technology. A small amount of ignition fuel, potentially renewable hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), is used to start the engine before switching to hydrogen.
Renewables Power 30% of Global Electricity, Says Ember
Ember’s findings show a significant increase in renewable energy generation in 2023, up from 29.4% the previous year. This growth is attributed primarily to a rise in solar power projects, which significantly boosted overall renewable capacity.
Clean Energy Accounts for 71% of New Capacity in India
Renewable energy (RE) sources like solar and wind contributed a staggering 71% of the 26 GW of new power generation capacity added during the year.
Serentica, Indian Oil to Invest Heavily in Renewables
In a significant move, Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), the country’s largest refiner, announced a Rs 5,215 crore investment to build a 1 gigawatt (GW) renewable energy capacity.
Middle East Doubles Renewable Energy Capacity: Iran and UAE Lead
The region’s capacity has increased from just under 16 gigawatts in 2014 to over 35 gigawatts by 2023, with Iran and the UAE taking prominent roles in this green energy expansion.
Mahindra Group to Invest ₹1,200 Crore in Hybrid Renewable Energy Project
Mahindra Susten will lead the project’s development, partnering with global investor Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board as a strategic partner.
Europe Launches Probe into Chinese Wind Turbine Subsidies
Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s anti-trust chief, announced the probe, citing worries that Chinese state subsidies grant unfair advantages to their wind turbine producers.
Adani Green Emerges as India’s Renewable Energy Leader with 10K MW Capacity
This milestone was achieved after commissioning a 2,000 MW solar plant at the giant Khavda Solar Park in Gujarat.
Adani Green Pledges 45 GW by 2030
The centrepiece of Adani Green’s plan is the Khavda renewable energy park in Gujarat, India. Spanning a staggering 538 square kilometres – more than five times the size of Paris – this colossal project will be the world’s largest renewable energy park upon completion.
Gensol Engineering Completes 160 MW Solar Installation
The project is in Bhavnagar, Gujarat for Continuum Green Energy and is valued at Rs 128 crore.