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Iran’s Tehran Refinery to Build a 500-Megawatt Solar Plant

1 month ago

2 September 2026

5:12 AM

The spokesman for Iran’s Tehran Oil Refining Company said the refinery is pursuing environmental and renewable-energy projects aimed at cutting water and gas use, lowering emissions, and moving toward greener production and sustainable development for surrounding communities.

IDRO, SATBA pledge closer ties to boost renewable energy development

1 month ago

25 August 2026

7:34 AM

A meeting was held between the Deputy Minister of Industry, Mining, and Trade and Chairman of the Industrial Development and Renovation Organization of Iran (IDRO)’s Board of Directors, and the Deputy Minister of Energy and Head of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA), with the aim of strengthening joint cooperation and accelerating the implementation of renewable energy projects.

Over 2,000MW of new power capacity added to national grid

2 months ago

17 August 2026

4:28 AM

Iran has added 2,028 megawatts of new power plant capacity to its national grid, achieving 75 percent of the 2,709-megawatt target for the current Iranian calendar year (began on March 21), according to the Thermal Power Generation Company.

Small solar power plants to be developed for electricity generation at consumption point

2 months ago

4 August 2026

5:57 AM

An official said: The most important advantages of small-scale and distributed power plants include generating electricity near the point of consumption, reducing grid losses, enhancing passive defense, and creating economic benefits for investors.

Renewable power generation capacity to hit 12,000MW by next March

2 months ago

2 August 2026

5:21 AM

According to IRNA, Mohsen Taraztalab stated during a visit to solar power plants in western Golestan: Since the beginning of the 14th government's term, approximately 4,500 megawatts of new capacity have been added to the country's power grid, and the capacity of renewable power plants has increased from 1,250 megawatts to about 5,800 megawatts.

Iran’s first geothermal power plant connected to national electricity grid

2 months ago

25 July 2026

4:07 AM

The Minister of Energy said: The Meshgin-Shahr geothermal power plant in Ardebil, with a capacity of five megawatts and an investment of 10 million euros, has been connected to the national electricity grid and has entered the cycle of electrical energy generation.

Renewable power plant capacity exceeds 5,400MW

3 months ago

20 July 2026

1:22 PM

An official, announcing that the country's renewable power plant capacity has surpassed 5,400 MW, stated: If equipment, foreign currency, and financial resources are provided, the target of exceeding 7,000 MW by the end of summer will be achieved.

India tells clean energy firms to lose grid connection or generate power

3 months ago

13 July 2026

1:43 PM

India has asked renewable energy companies to either surrender transmission rights or provide higher bank guarantees if they ‌fail to generate power, as the country seeks to free up grid capacity for projects that are actually producing electricity, according to a regulatory order.

Iran’s plan to connect electricity grids of SCO member states welcomed

4 months ago

20 June 2026

4:04 AM

The Deputy Head of the Renewable Energy Organization and Electricity Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) announced the welcoming of Iran's plan to connect the electricity grids of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states and said: The development of renewables has increased the opportunity for convergence.

Iran’s International Renewable Energy Conference, Exhibit to be held on July 20-21

4 months ago

18 June 2026

1:14 PM

The 10th International Iran Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition (IRAN REC 2026) will be held concurrently with the 7th edition of the National Renewable Energy Award on July 20 and 21 at the Milad Tower International Conference Center.

Phase one of solar power plant launches at Siraf Port terminal

8 months ago

21 February 2026

2:38 PM

The first phase of a solar power plant at the Siraf Port export terminal has been commissioned, the engineering and development director of Fajr Jam Gas Refining Company said.

Solar expansion in Iran cuts CO2 emissions by 1m tons annually

8 months ago

14 February 2026

7:20 AM

The expansion of solar power plants in Iran is preventing the release of more than 1 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually, while also helping reduce electricity supply imbalances, state media reported.

India’s BPCL looks overseas for renewable energy acquisitions, investments

8 months ago

30 January 2026

1:33 PM

India's Bharat Petroleum Corp (BPCL) is scouting global opportunities, ranging from acquisitions to strategic investments in solar, wind and hydropower, a senior official at the state-run refiner said on Friday.

Renewables capacity set to top 5,200 MW by late March

8 months ago

28 January 2026

4:24 AM

plans to raise its renewable power generation capacity to more than 5,200 megawatts by the end of the current Iranian year (late March), a deputy energy minister said, citing faster permitting and improved financing as key to meeting the target.

Installed capacity of Iran’s renewable power plants exceeds 3,700 MW

9 months ago

24 January 2026

9:30 AM

The head of Iran's Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) said the installed capacity of the country's renewable power plants has exceeded 3,700 megawatts.

Developing renewables, energy efficiency continues with private sector participation

9 months ago

7 January 2026

5:48 AM

Iran Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi says development of renewable energy and electricity consumption optimization is moving forward nationwide, driven by active private-sector participation, as 1,269 MW of projects enter the execution phase.

Iran boosts renewable power capacity by 157% in 18 months

10 months ago

24 December 2025

2:10 AM

Iran has increased its installed renewable and clean power generation capacity by 157 percent over the past year and a half, reflecting a steady expansion of wind and solar projects and a rising share of clean energy in the national grid.

Kerman Cements Top Spot as Iran’s Solar Powerhouse with Over 8 GW Under Way

11 months ago

26 November 2025

6:44 AM

Kerman province has cemented its role as Iran’s top solar energy hub, with over 8,000 MW of projects permitted, allocated, and under construction, according to Governor-General Mohammad Ali Talebi.

Solar power capacity in Iran’s industrial parks surges to 400MW

11 months ago

15 November 2025

8:27 AM

Iran’s industrial parks have boosted solar capacity from 23 MW to 400 MW in one year, advancing ISIPO’s plan to power them fully with renewables.

Iran’s renewable power capacity to reach 4,000 MW in 40 days

11 months ago

13 November 2025

5:03 AM

Iran’s renewable energy capacity is hoped to reach 4,000 megawatts (MW) by the end of the next Iranian calendar month (December 21), according to Mohsen Tarztalab, deputy energy minister and head of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA).

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RENEWABLE ENERGY Feed Atom

Iran’s Tehran Refinery to Build a 500-Megawatt Solar Plant

IDRO, SATBA pledge closer ties to boost renewable energy development

Over 2,000MW of new power capacity added to national grid

Small solar power plants to be developed for electricity generation at consumption point

Renewable power generation capacity to hit 12,000MW by next March

Iran’s first geothermal power plant connected to national electricity grid

Renewable power plant capacity exceeds 5,400MW

India tells clean energy firms to lose grid connection or generate power

Iran’s plan to connect electricity grids of SCO member states welcomed

Iran’s International Renewable Energy Conference, Exhibit to be held on July 20-21

Phase one of solar power plant launches at Siraf Port terminal

Solar expansion in Iran cuts CO2 emissions by 1m tons annually

India’s BPCL looks overseas for renewable energy acquisitions, investments

Renewables capacity set to top 5,200 MW by late March

Installed capacity of Iran’s renewable power plants exceeds 3,700 MW

Developing renewables, energy efficiency continues with private sector participation

Iran boosts renewable power capacity by 157% in 18 months

Kerman Cements Top Spot as Iran’s Solar Powerhouse with Over 8 GW Under Way

Solar power capacity in Iran’s industrial parks surges to 400MW

Iran’s renewable power capacity to reach 4,000 MW in 40 days