Chile’s Atacama Desert, famed for crystal-clear nights, still faces a light-pollution risk. Even though a nearby energy project was cancelled, scientists warn that lax regulations could permit similar projects to return. Beyond glare, desert dust from construction could also blur observations, threatening sensitive astronomical research. Authorities are now pushing stronger protections for dark-sky zones.
Hindustan Power has secured a 100 MW solar project from the Punjab government after a tariff-based competitive bidding process. The firm will sign a 25-year power purchase agreement with Punjab State Power Corporation Limited, with commissioning targeted within 24 months. The deal underscores Punjab’s push to expand solar capacity through long-term offtake arrangements.
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