Algeria has inaugurated a 300-megawatt-peak (MWp) solar power plant in El Oued Province, marking a major step in its renewable energy expansion. The El-Foulia solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, spread across 600 hectares in northeastern Algeria, is the country’s largest solar park to date and forms part of its 3.2-gigawatt (GW) national renewable energy programme. The project will feed solar-generated electricity into the national grid, helping meet rising power demand while reducing natural gas consumption for electricity generation. To learn about the market potential of aluminium dross, explore "ALuminium Dross Processing: Generation, Recovery & Strategic Roadmap" 300 MWp facility strengthens Algeria’s solar capacity The inauguration took place on October 26, 2026, in the presence of...
Singapore is exploring solar photovoltaic (PV) roof tiles that could allow heritage buildings to generate clean electricity without compromising their traditional appearance, as the Energy Market Authority (EMA) steps up efforts to advance solar technologies through partnerships with public and private sector organisations. EMA will collaborate with Swiss technology innovation centre CSEM and the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) to pilot the use of solar PV roof tiles on heritage State buildings. Designed to resemble traditional clay roof tiles, the technology could enable more roof space to generate clean electricity while preserving the overall appearance of historic properties. Traditional clay-tile roofs are an integral part of the character of Singapore’s heritage precincts....
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In order to jointly explore the deposits of rare earth in Rajasthan's deserts, Japan is now in conversation with India. This has been confirmed by the two people who are familiar with the discussion and the move comes when Tokyo is looking for measures to reduce its dependence on the supply of critical materials for magnet manufacturing from China. Why explore specifically in Rajasthan? This is because Kishan Reddy, the country's Mines Minister, last month revealed that there are three hard rock rare earth deposits that contain almost 1.29 million tonnes of rare earth oxides that have been identified in Rajasthan and Gujarat. India, back in June 2025, in a bold move to tighten control over critical minerals and challenge China's dominance, directed IREL to suspend a 13-year-old rare earth...
The latest figures from Rystad Energy show Australia's growing collection of large-scale solar and wind projects, producing 5.0 TWh of clean energy last month. Month-on-month, an increase of 11 per cent has been witnessed from the 4,519 GWh recorded in February 2025. David Dixon, the Senior Analyst at Rystad, pinpointed that this month’s biggest contributor will be led by New South Wales (NSW). This is because the region's utility-scale solar assets have generated an impressive 853 GWh of clean energy, while its wind assets added another 617 GWh. In all, this marks a total of 1,470 GWh. Also read: Hyundai commits $6b to build hydrogen, AI and solar innovation hub in South Korea Utility solar asset ranking Utility solar assets' latest ranking reveals Western Australia leading with Sun...
An investment of USD 6 billion for establishing a high-tech innovative hub to be located in Saemangeum, Gunsan, will be made by Hyundai Motor Group. This investment targets establishing a high-tech innovative hub with hydrogen production, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. From completion to commencement of the operations, the project will be backed by the South Korean government and Jeonbuk Province. The hub will hold a 200 MW PEM electrolyser plant, making use of the local renewable energy sources to produce clean hydrogen. It further aims to provide hydrogen for buses, trams and various other mobility solutions, laying the groundwork for a fully integrated hydrogen ecosystem. This shall include storage, distribution and refuelling infrastructure. Additionally, the firm is...
NTPC Green Energy has commissioned 50 MW from the second phase of its 200 MW Dayapar Wind Energy Project. The development is being executed through its renewable arm and forms part of NTPC’s broader push to strengthen its presence in clean energy. The latest addition has increased NTPC Green Energy’s total operational capacity, and it is now 9,201.08 MW. The commissioning marks another step in the company’s ongoing expansion across wind and solar segments, particularly in western India, where resource conditions are favourable. Also read: S ECL identifies 7 coal dumps for rare earth hunt NTPC, India’s largest power producer, currently has an overall installed capacity of 87,102 MW, covering conventional and renewable sources. In recent months, the group has steadily increased its...
Note: This image is AI-generated and for illustrative purpose only Coal India’s subsidiary, South Eastern Coalfields Ltd (SECL) has recognised seven mine dumps in its operational areas of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh for potential rare earth elements (REEs) extraction.This initiative aligns with the government’s effort to utilise coal mine waste and reduce import dependence on critical minerals. According to SECL Chairman and Managing Director Harish Duhan, the exploration tendering process has already started and during the next year, the dumps will be scientifically evaluated to identify potential locations. During this exploration, sophisticated geophysical and geochemical methods will be used. Duhan added, "Under the guidance from the ministry of coal, we have identified seven mine...
The US Commerce Department has imposed a countervailing tariff on India, Indonesia and Laos to restrain the growing Asian industries. The duties are specifically for the solar cells and panels exported by these countries. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " The decision aims to offset government subsidies given to solar companies in these countries, which make US solar products less competitive. This action is part of a broader pattern of duties imposed over the past decade on low-cost solar imports from Asia, many of which are produced by Chinese companies. According to the US Commerce Department, subsidy rates of 126 per cent for India, 104 per cent for Indonesia and 81 per cent for Laos will be in...
Atlas Renewable Energy has secured Latin America’s largest-ever corporate refinancing, amounting to USD 3 billion, for high-performing solar and battery energy storage systems in Chile. This landmark deal signals rising institutional confidence in utility-scale solar and energy storage assets across emerging markets. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The refinancing was carried out with support from Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and coordination between 26 law firms in 11 jurisdictions. MUFG Bank, Ltd., Morgan Stanley, Banco Santander, BNP Paribas, Natixis CIB, Crédit Agricole, and Goldman Sachs were among the major international lenders that took part. A portfolio of Chilean solar and storage...
With the speeding global race for energy transition materials, exploration of critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel and rare earth elements has emerged as a strategic priority for India. The Government of India, therefore, launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to secure domestic supply chains, which will play a key role in energy transition, technological advancement, national security and economic self-reliance. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The mission has appointed the Geological Survey of India (GSI) to undertake 1,200 exploration projects between 2024-25 and 2030-31. With 24 minerals now listed under Part D of the MMDR Act, the Central Government exercises...
Last time, during the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Brazil in July 2025, the two nations sealed a renewable energy partnership , and now, on the occasion of the Brazilian President's visit to India, they exchanged words over critical minerals supply, alongside setting an ambitious USD 20 billion bilateral trade target by 2030. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Narendra Modi met on Saturday in New Delhi and talked about enhancing their collaboration on rare earth elements and essential minerals, which Brazil boasts of having the world’s second-largest resources. For India, it is a strategic deal as the country has been looking for alternative suppliers to...
A fresh phase in relations between Saudi Arabia and Turkey is taking shape through a major renewable energy partnership that officials say will transform Turkey’s electricity landscape. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain At the heart of the new arrangement is a commitment to construct solar power facilities capable of supplying electricity to more than two million households. The agreement was formally concluded on Friday during a ceremony held at an Ottoman-era palace overlooking the Bosphorus in Istanbul. It follows a wider intergovernmental energy accord valued at USD 2 billion, signed during a significant visit by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Riyadh on February 3. Also Read: ACME signs...
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (GMDC) shares went up by 4 per cent on Friday. This happened after India officially joined the Pax-Silica Coalition with the United States, focusing mainly on important supply chains and critical minerals. GMDC is a government-owned mining company, and it may benefit from this new alliance. The stocks increased by 4.4 per cent and reached INR 585.15 (USD 6.45) on BSE. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " In the 2025 budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a scheme for rare earth permanent magnets and stated mineral-rich states like Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu will be supported to create special rare earth corridors. The...
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is starting with its risk-sharing framework (RSF) throughout Central Asia and Mongolia. As reported by Qazinform News Agency, referencing the Bank’s press service, the initiative will allow EBRD to take on 50 per cent of the credit risk associated with loans provided by partner financial institutions, which in turn will help local businesses gain access to essential development funding. Standing out in the crowd In 2025, 31 risk-sharing transactions totalling EUR 28.5 million with 26 companies throughout Central Asia and Mongolia were completed by EBRD., which is deemed to be a new regional record. The bank's support focuses on privately owned businesses, mainly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are involved in...
On Wednesday, February 19, ACME Solar Holdings entered into a 25-year power purchase agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for a 190 MW wind-solar hybrid project. The deal lifts ACME’s total PPA-backed capacity to 5,820 MW. Executed through its subsidiary ACME Urja One Private Ltd, the agreement strengthens revenue visibility while expanding its integrated hybrid portfolio.The project is ISTS-connected and part of a broader 380 MW allocation, with the initial 190 MW now contractually secured. Importantly, the tariff has received approval from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), and the associated power procurement plan has been cleared by the concerned State electricity regulatory authority. Also read: US threatens to leave International Energy...
The final day of the International Energy Agency’s ministerial meeting in Paris unfolded against a backdrop of rising tension, as the United States made clear that its continued long-term membership hinges on change. Speaking at the French Institute of International Relations, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that the International Energy Agency would need to reform for the U.S. to remain a long-term member. The message underscored Washington’s dissatisfaction with what it sees as a shift in the agency’s priorities. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " Reform or rift? Wright’s criticism centered on the agency’s work around energy transition and net zero pathways, which he suggested have...
India is increasingly positioning electronic waste as a strategic lever in its critical mineral policy, seeking to reduce near-total import dependence on materials vital to electric mobility, defence systems and advanced technologies. With global supply chains unsettled and China maintaining dominance across several critical mineral segments, New Delhi is accelerating efforts to recover lithium, cobalt, nickel and rare earth elements from domestic e-waste streams. Policymakers view “urban mining” as a short-term buffer while domestic mining projects, which may take a decade to mature, remain under development. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain In 2025, India generated almost 1.5 million tonnes of...
Africa holds about 30 per cent of the world’s critical minerals reserves and plans to gain advantage from the rising global demand with strategic regional cooperation. The mineral reserves include platinum group metals, manganese and chrome. With countries like South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia being the major producers, Africa acts as a key actor in emerging global supply chains. Yet Africa’s intra-continental trade remains limited, responsible for only about 16 per cent of total trade. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " The critical minerals are essential for electric cars and renewable energy. With the rising global demand, African governments are now working more closely...
India expects to begin producing rare-earth permanent magnets at home before the end of 2026, announced Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, adding the initiative is intended to expand domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. The decision follows Cabinet clearance last November for a dedicated scheme to support local production. The programme sets a target of 6,000 tonnes per year and carries funding of INR 72,800 million (USD 800.8 million). Such magnets are essential components in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, renewable energy equipment, aerospace systems and defence applications. Also read: CME Group plans first Rare Earth Futures Contract to reduce western dependence on China India currently has only modest capacity in this segment. Raw materials are...
Economic Times (ET) Infra recently hosted the 4th edition of Global Metals and Mining Meet, held at Kolkata, India, on February 18, which revealed the Indian mining industry with ample insights and information, including on the current mining relations between India and Australia. The discussion shed light on Australia’s high capacity for exploration, aligning with that of India’s high-growth economy. His Excellency Kevin Goh is the Consul-General in Kolkata, representing the Australian High Commission as a senior Australian diplomat. At the ET Infra Global Metals and Mining Meet, he shared insights on how Australia can benefit India in terms of critical minerals and support in enriching India's critical minerals in the coming years. Australia-India benefiting one another As rightly said...
