PM Surya Ghar Enters Mission Mode As MNRE Sets Up Directorate Updated On Tue, Jun 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has now issued a notification to set up a Mission Directorate to expedite the growth of rooftop solar in the country. This comes months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the ambitious PM Surya Ghar scheme this year to pave the way for the installation of residential […] Read more
Sunniest Countries Failed To Tap Solar Power: EMBER Updated On Mon, Jun 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Solar capacity additions surged 74% in 2023, reaching a record 346 GW annual additions, according to a report by EMBER. The EMBER research showed that “Globally, only 14% of solar capacity was installed as of 2023 (204 GW) was in markets with solar insolation above the global average. Other countries such as, Japan saw 13 […] Read more
NHPC Releases Tender For 1.2 GW Solar Project Across India Updated On Mon, Jun 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), an Indian Hydropower generation company released tender, inviting bids for selection of solar power generators for setting up 1200 MW (1.2 GW) ISTS-connected solar power projects anywhere in India basis under TBCB. Bid Submission Start Date: 31-05-2024 Bid Submission End Date: 29-06-2024 Bid Opening Date: 04-07-2024 End Date – 29-06-2024 […] Read more
Suzlon Reports Highest Ever Orders With India’s Rise On Wind Energy Installations Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturer-Suzlon Energy is now confident of dominating the Indian wind market. In its latest investors call, the management expressed confidence on its position amid the presence of foreign wind energy companies. The firm attributed this to their existing clients and prices. When talked about the competitions from companies like Vestas or Envision, […] Read more
NTPC Issues Tender For 1200 MW FDRE Projects Across India Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC invited online bids for the selection of renewable energy (RE) power generators for the supply of 1200 MW firm and dispatchable power from inter-state transmission system (ISTS) connected Renewable Energy (RE) power projects anywhere in India on a built-own-operate basis. Tender Cost: Rs. 22,500 Document Sale Start Date: 07/06/2024 at 09:00 Closing Date: 28/06/2024:at […] Read more
India’s Peak Power Demand Smashes 2023 Peak, Touches 250 GW Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Indian power sector met a record maximum power demand of 250 GW on 30th May’24 whereas, the non-solar demand touched an all-time high of 234.3 GW on 29th May This spike in power demand reflects the combined impact of weather-related loads and growing industrial and residential power consumption in these areas. On 30th May, […] Read more
Changing Dynamics: Indian Green Firms Shift Focus On Energy Storage Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy In March 2022, India’s leading renewable energy company Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) collaborated with another Indian leading player in the energy storage systems–Greenko. The partnership was to seek the Hyderabad-based company’s assistance in getting Round-The-Clock (RTC) power for AGEL’s projects through Greenko’s PSP assets. PSPs are often termed as giant batteries which can storage […] Read more
Jakson Green Secures Rs 600 Mn RE Funding From HSBC Updated On Wed, May 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy Jakson Green has secured a Sustainable Trade Facility of Rs. 600 million from HSBC India. This funding will support the company’s working capital requirements for its renewable energy business, both in India and internationally. Jakson Green, renowned for its pioneering work in the sector of Renewables, Green Hydrogen, and its derivatives, is actively expanding its […] Read more
ADB Commits $2.6 Billion In Sovereign Lending to India Updated On Wed, May 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) which supports projects in developing member countries committed $2.6 billion in sovereign lending to India in 2023 for projects related to urban development, supporting industrial corridor development, promoting power sector reforms, support horticulture, and enhance connectivity. ADB also extended $23.53 million in technical assistance and $4.1 million in grants under […] Read more