Mumbai's power demand surges with EV charging stations, new Metro Lines
Mumbai Metro Pre-Trial Reaches Dadar
"The Mumbai Metro's pre-trial phase has progressed to the Dadar station, marking a significant milestone in the city's metro rail project. This development signals the gradual expansion of metro services and infrastructure across Mumbai.
During the pre-trial phase, the Mumbai Metro undergoes rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure its safety, reliability, and operational readiness. The extension of pre-trial operations to the Dadar station demonstrates the steady progress of the metro project towards its eventual inauguration and public launch.
The Dadar station holds..
IL&FS Requests New MMRDA Nod for Mumbai HQ Transfer
IL&FS has sought renewed approval from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to transfer its headquarters within Mumbai. This move indicates IL&FS's commitment to navigating regulatory requirements amid ongoing restructuring efforts.
IL&FS's request for new approval underscores its determination to ensure compliance with all necessary regulations and expedite the headquarters transfer process. It reflects the company's efforts to streamline its operations and address administrative challenges as part of its restructuring endeavours.
The need for fresh appro..
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders marks 250-year milestone
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL) celebrated the completion of 250 years. It started as a small dry dock in 1774 and was incorporated in 1934. Since 1960, it has been under the stewardship of the Government of India.
To commemorate this significant milestone, MDL organized a series of events. These included the inauguration of land acquired from the Mumbai Port Authority (MPA), the unveiling of a prototype of the indigenous midget submarine ?Arowana?, the commissioning of a Solar Electric Hybrid boat, the release of MDL?s Commemorative Coin marking the 250 years, and the hosting of a day..
Solar energy systems to be installed in SAIL's Plant site
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)?s Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) will install solar power generation systems on its site buildings of 2 MW of electricity. The plant has signed an agreement with the Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA) for the solar power generation project. Further, another initiative of rooftop solar energy of about 3 MW of electricity systems installation on residences and offices in the township is also underway.
After both projects are finished, annual carbon dioxide emissions might be reduced by as much as 2,900 tonnes, contributing to e..
Morocco to expand energy capacity by 9 gigawatts; 6.5 for renewables
Leila Benali, Energy Minister, Morroco, speaking at a conference on batteries in Rabat, revealed that out of the $7 billion investment planned by Morocco to expand its energy capacity by 9 gigawatts by 2027, 6.5 gigawatts would be attributed to renewables. Currently, renewable capacity stands at 4.5 gigawatts, comprising 37.6 % of the total capacity, as reported by the electricity regulator.
Since 2009, Morocco has allocated $6 billion to renewable projects, aiming to raise their share in the country's energy blend to 52% by 2050, primarily through investments in solar and wind energy. ..