Renewable Energy Weekly — 2026-09-29
New York's NYSERDA has approved 1.7 GW of new state renewable energy projects including 950 MW of bulk storage, while China's National Energy Administration issued a plan covering 39 hydrogen energy standards across the full production-storage-utilization chain. India's renewable generation hit 38,792 MU in August (39.24% growth), and Crisil forecasts up to 50 GWh of battery storage capacity added in India over the next two years.
Renewable Energy Weekly — 2026-09-29
Top Stories
NYSERDA Approves 1.7 GW of New Renewable Energy Projects
- What happened: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) approved 1.7 GW of new state renewable energy projects. The approvals include eight contracted bulk energy storage projects that will add 950 MW of new storage capacity, spanning New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and western New York.
- Why it matters: The scale and geographic diversity of the portfolio strengthens grid reliability in the country's most populous metros while advancing New York toward its statewide storage and renewables targets.
- Scale: 1.7 GW of renewable projects approved, including 950 MW of bulk energy storage across eight projects.
India's Renewable Generation Hits 39.24% Growth in August 2026
- What happened: India's renewable energy generation rose to 38,792.04 MU in August 2026, crossing 38.5 BU, driven by solar and wind contributions.
- Why it matters: Sustained month-over-month growth signals India's steady climb toward its ~300 GW clean capacity base and its 500 GW non-fossil target by 2030.
- Scale: 38,792.04 MU generated in a single month, a 39.24% year-over-year jump.
Jakson Green Targets 12.5 GW Operational Portfolio in Two Years
- What happened: Indian renewable firm Jakson Green said it is targeting a commissioned operational fleet of 12.5 GW over the next 24 months, including 2.5 GW of independent power producer (IPP) projects, while pursuing 30 GW of renewable IPP and EPC capacity by 2030 and expanding into green hydrogen, ammonia, and battery storage.
- Why it matters: An aggressive build-out of this magnitude adds significant firm capacity to India's pipeline and reflects the sector's diversification into energy-transition businesses beyond generation.
- Scale: 12.5 GW operational within 24 months; 30 GW IPP/EPC target by 2030.
Project Tracker
| Project | Type | Capacity | Location | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYSERDA bulk storage portfolio (8 projects) | storage | 950 MW | New York State, USA | approved | Link |
| NYSERDA renewable projects (remainder of 1.7 GW) | solar/wind | 1.7 GW total (incl. above) | New York State, USA | approved | Link |
| Jakson Green IPP fleet | solar/wind | 12.5 GW (24-month target) | India | under construction | Link |
Policy & Regulation
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China: The National Energy Administration has issued its 2026 industry standard development and revision plan, containing 39 hydrogen energy standards covering the entire chain of production, storage, and utilization — including green fuels, electrolysis, hydrogen transmission, and storage.
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India (Uttar Pradesh): Uttar Pradesh highlighted an 8–10 GW green energy pipeline at UPITS 2026, with plans for EV clusters, battery storage, and green hydrogen alongside auto expansion.
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India (storage outlook): Crisil projects India will add up to 50 GWh of battery storage capacity over the next two years, up sharply from just 1 GWh in FY26, as storage-linked projects take a larger share of government auctions.
Investment & Finance
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India bioenergy: The Renewable Energy India Expo 2026, taking place October 22–24 in Greater Noida, is poised to draw over Rs 2,800 crore in investments targeted at the bioenergy sector, under initiatives like the GOBARdhan National Circular Bioenergy Scheme.
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India (Jakson Green): Jakson Green is expanding into green hydrogen, ammonia, and battery storage businesses as part of its 30 GW by 2030 strategy, underpinning the 12.5 GW operational build-out announced this week.
Technology Spotlight
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Green hydrogen market structure (India): Industry analysis this week argues India's green hydrogen growth depends on renewables scaling, infrastructure, and industrial demand, and calls for transparent price benchmarks, stable regulatory frameworks, and effective price-discovery mechanisms to reduce uncertainty and enable international trade.
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Battery policy (global): A Carnegie Endowment comparative analysis examined the lithium-ion technology policy ecosystems behind battery development in China, South Korea, Japan, the EU and member states, the US, Canada, and India.
What to Watch Next Week
- Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 (October 22–24, Greater Noida): watch for bioenergy investment announcements tied to the Rs 2,800 crore target and GOBARdhan CBG initiatives.
- India storage tenders: Crisil's 50 GWh two-year forecast implies a faster cadence of storage-linked government auctions — track upcoming BESS tender awards.
- Jakson Green commissioning milestones: progress toward the 12.5 GW operational fleet, including the 2.5 GW IPP tranche, over the next 24 months.
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