RE Capacity Growth in India Needs a Wholesale Change in Approach to Bidding in the FDRE Tenders
9 August 2024
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9 August 2024
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Download full response (373 KB)This article discusses the evolving landscape of renewable energy (RE) development in India, with a particular focus on the Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) tenders introduced by SECI in 2023. These tenders represent a significant shift from earlier, cost-centric models to more sophisticated strategies that demand advanced risk management and market understanding from developers. Drawing insights from markets with more mature power-purchase agreement (PPA) schemes, such as those in Europe, the article emphasizes that Indian renewable energy developers must adapt to these new complexities to remain competitive and sustainable in the growing RE market.
The article outlines several key areas where developers need to focus their efforts:
Authored by Neshwin Rodrigues and Shiv Vembadi, the paper provides a comprehensive roadmap for developers to navigate this new era in India’s renewable energy landscape.
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