Autel Energy, a global pioneer in electric vehicle charging and energy solutions, has announced its participation at CES 2026, where it will unveil the next evolution of its intelligent, grid-ready EV charging technologies. The showcase will feature Autel’s growing lineup of interoperable charging hardware and advanced automation systems, engineered to meet the diverse needs of homeowners, fleets, commercial operators, and municipalities. At CES, Autel will demonstrate how EV charging infrastructure is shifting beyond isolated hardware toward a new era of flexible, software-agnostic, and automation-ready solutions that seamlessly adapt to business demands and dynamic grid environments. “The industry no longer needs…
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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has unveiled Smart Home Savings, a new service developed in collaboration with Hartford Steam Boiler (HSB), a subsidiary of Munich Re and a global leader in technology-driven risk management and equipment insurance. The service is designed to help U.S. consumers reduce home insurance premiums by recognizing the safety and protective capabilities of Samsung’s connected home appliances through the SmartThings platform. By enrolling in Smart Home Savings via the SmartThings app, customers can share information about their connected appliances with participating insurance carriers. Homes equipped with devices that detect early warning signs, such as minor water leaks…
Ola Electric today announced that its flagship electric motorcycle, the Roadster X+, powered by the company’s indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery technology, has received official government certification under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989. This approval clears the way for commercial deliveries of the Roadster X+ in India. The Roadster X+ is equipped with a 9.1 kWh battery pack built around Ola Electric’s own 4680 Bharat Cells. According to the company, this certification granted by the International Centre for Automotive Technology (iCAT), a government-recognized testing agency makes the motorcycle one of the first in India to be approved…
Kosol Energie Pvt. Ltd., a leading Indian solar PV module manufacturer, has secured a prestigious spot among the world’s Top Tier-1 Solar PV Module Manufacturers in Wood Mackenzie’s Global Rankings for H1 2025. The company also earned a Grade A classification, positioning it as one of the most reliable and bankable solar brands on the global stage. This accolade highlights Kosol Energie’s robust manufacturing capabilities, proven delivery track record, stringent quality controls, and rising prominence in international solar markets. Wood Mackenzie evaluates Tier-1 and Grade A status using rigorous criteria such as technological advancement, capacity efficiency, financial stability, supply chain…
The Tamil Nadu government has announced a major boost for electric vehicle (EV) owners by extending the 100% road tax exemption for EVs until December 31, 2027. The decision aligns with the state’s ambitious EV policy aimed at accelerating clean and sustainable mobility adoption across Tamil Nadu. The exemption, which was first introduced in 2019, applies to all categories of electric vehicles, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers, cars, buses, and commercial EVs. This means both transport and non-transport vehicles will continue to enjoy full tax relief under the Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1974. Officials from the Industries Department confirmed that…
Infineon Technologies AG and Flex are advancing their collaboration to accelerate the evolution of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). At CES 2026, the two companies will unveil the Zone Controller Development Kit, a modular platform for Zone Control Units (ZCUs) designed to fast-track the creation of SDV-ready electrical and electronic (E/E) architectures. Built on a scalable framework and leveraging roughly 30 reusable building blocks, the kit empowers developers to configure a wide range of ZCU implementations with flexibility and speed, streamlining the path from concept to production. In next-generation E/E architectures, ZCUs serve as critical hubs, connecting and powering numerous peripheral components…
The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has invited bids for developing 1,000 MW / 8,000 MWh pumped storage projects (PSP-I) under the Build-Own-Operate (BOO) model. The tender, which allows up to eight hours of energy storage, aims to strengthen India’s renewable power infrastructure and ensure round-the-clock clean energy availability. Bids are open until February 9, 2026. Under the RfS, Pumped Storage Plant Developers (PSPDs) are required to make storage facilities available to buying entities for “on-demand” charging and discharging. Bidders, including their affiliates or parent companies may submit proposals for a minimum capacity of 100 MW / 800 MWh…
Suzlon Group and Yanara have strengthened their collaboration by signing two new wind energy contracts of 153 MW each for Yanara’s firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) projects in Barmer, Rajasthan. This renewed partnership reinforces Suzlon’s leadership in the state’s wind energy market, while enabling Yanara to expand its multi-technology clean energy portfolio, a key step in advancing India’s renewable energy innovation. With over 2.3 GW of installed capacity and a 44% market share in Rajasthan, Suzlon continues to play a pivotal role in transforming the state into one of India’s foremost renewable energy hubs. The company is currently executing…
KP Group, a prominent leader in the renewable energy sector, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Republic of Botswana to advance large-scale projects in renewable power generation, energy storage, and transmission infrastructure. This collaboration aligns with Botswana’s vision to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 and represents a significant milestone in KP Group’s global expansion strategy. The MoU follows the recent visit of Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, to Botswana, underscoring the deepening bilateral cooperation between the two nations in the clean energy domain. The MoU was formally signed between Botswana’s Ministry…
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a leading player in India’s renewable energy sector and a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company Limited, has successfully commissioned SJVN Limited’s landmark 1 GW (1,000 MW AC / 1,400 MWp DC) DCR Solar project, the largest ever delivered by TPREL and one of India’s most significant renewable milestones. All 2.4 million modules were manufactured domestically at Tata Power’s TP Solar Limited facility in Tirunelveli, underscoring the company’s commitment to India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative and promoting national self-reliance in clean energy technologies. Spread across the Bandarwala and Karnisar Bhatiyan sites in Bikaner, Rajasthan,…
Mahindra Susten, a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP) in renewable energy, has successfully commissioned 560 MWp of utility solar capacity in CY 2025, reinforcing its leadership in large-scale clean power development. These landmark projects mark the company’s continued expansion in utility solar infrastructure and represent the first set of assets commissioned following the 2024 sale of 1.54 GWp to the Sustainable Energy Infra Trust, an InvIT co-sponsored by Mahindra Susten under its capital-light growth strategy. The newly added capacity comprises two 280 MWp utility solar power plants, strategically located in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Both facilities operate under 25-year Power Purchase…
Vestas has secured a 390 MW order for the Shinan-Ui Offshore Wind Project located in Jeollanam Province, South Korea. Developed by Shinan-Ui Offshore Wind, a consortium comprising Hanwha Ocean, SK Eternix, KOMIPO (Korea Midland Power Co., Ltd.), Future Energy Fund, and Hyundai Engineering & Construction, the project marks a major milestone, being Vestas’ first offshore wind order in South Korea. This achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to driving renewable energy growth worldwide and supporting South Korea’s transition to clean, sustainable power. The contract includes the supply of 26 V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbines along with a 20-year service agreement designed…