Green hydrogen, produced via electrolysis using renewable energy, requires efficient storage to address its low density and intermittency challenges. As of 2026, storage methods have advanced significantly, focusing on scalability, safety, and cost reduction to support global decarbonization. Key technologies balance energy density, efficiency, and infrastructure compatibility, with innovations driven by materials science and AI. Below, we outline the primary methods, includi

In a significant push towards sustainable electric mobility, the Indian government has released draft guidelines for the "Battery Pack Aadhaar System," an innovative digital identification framework aimed at tracking batteries from cradle to grave. Modeled after the country's Aadhaar biometric ID for citizens, this system assigns a unique 21-character Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN) to each battery pack, enabling end-to-end traceability, efficient recycling, and regulatory

In a milestone for Bihar's renewable energy landscape, the Bihar State Power Generation Company Limited (BSPGCL) has commissioned the first phase of its ambitious 301 MW/495 MWh solar-plus-battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Kajra, Lakhisarai district. This development not only marks the state's first large-scale integration of solar power with storage but also underscores India's accelerating progress toward a resilient, low-carbon grid amid growing renewable pen

In a significant boost to India's renewable energy ambitions, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has awarded contracts for 1,200 MW of solar power capacity integrated with 600 MW/3,600 MWh (3.6 GWh) of energy storage in its Tranche XXI auction. French energy giant ENGIE, state-owned NLC India Renewables, Rays Power Infra (through RPIL Power Three), and Oriana Power emerged as the key winners, underscoring the growing competitiveness of hybrid solar-storage projects

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has released the Draft Terms and Conditions of Tariff (Second Amendment), 2025 , marking a significant evolution in India’s transmission tariff framework. Building on the 2019 regulations and the 2023 first amendment, the new draft introduces provisions that mainstream energy storage systems (ESS) into tariff determination, particularly when linked to thermal Inter-State Transmission Systems (ISTS). Earlier regulations had

The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) has released the draft Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Regulations, 2025 , marking a pivotal step in institutionalizing energy storage across the state’s power sector. This regulation provides a comprehensive framework for ownership, deployment, utilization, and tariff mechanisms for BESS, aligning Rajasthan with national ambitions for a flexible, decarbonized grid. Key Highlights of the Draft Regulation Ownership M

India’s renewable energy transition is entering a new phase characterized by firm and dispatchable renewable power enabled through large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS). This article examines three recent landmark developments — the SECI 2 GW + 4 GWh solar + storage auction, the RUMSL 600 MW hybrid solar + BESS project, and the CERC’s tariff approval for 2.4 GW FDRE projects — to assess their techno-economic structure, tariff trajectory, and policy implications. T

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Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL) has invited bids for a 500 MW/2000 MWh standalone Battery Energy Storage System...

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a groundbreaking EPC‑turnkey tender for a 600 MW / 1200 MWh standalone Battery...

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GUVNL launches India’s largest grid-scale battery storage bid under Phase VII, set ting a national benchmark for energy security and...

In a major stride for India’s energy storage landscape, Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Ltd (TNGECL) has concluded a 500 MW/1,000 MWh...

In a significant development for India’s rapidly evolving energy storage sector, ACME Solar and Patel Infrastructure have emerged as the...

Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL), the state nodal agency for renewable energy, has issued a landmark Request for...