MNRE Issues Revised Standards For PM-KUSUM Scheme Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently updated its standards and specifications for solar photovoltaic (SPV) systems under the PM-KUSUM scheme. The government proposed to update the standards and specifications to include new technology and improve eqiopment used in such projects. The government has sought recommendations from the stakeholders till October 31, 2024. […] Read more
IEX September Update- Green Market Grows 214% Growth Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Indian Energy Exchange, India’s pre-eminent electricity exchange, achieved total monthly volume (including certificates) of 11,370 MU in September’24, marking a 24% year on year increase. The electricity volume (including green electricity volume) during the month at 10,332 MU, increased 21% YoY. The renewable energy certificates (REC) at 1,031MU, increased 100% YoY. At Rs 110 […] Read more
Google In Deals With Adani, Cleanmax For Clean Energy Deals In India Updated On Fri, Oct 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy In a busy week for Google in India, the global search and web giant inked agreements with the Adani Group as well as Cleanmax Enviro for supply of green energy to power operations here. Google Adani Tie-Up For Khavda Energy The Adani Group and Google are collaborating to further reduce Google’s carbon footprint. Under the […] Read more
RERC Notifies Draft Green Energy Open Access Regulations 2024 Updated On Wed, Oct 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy Rajasthan’s Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) recently released a draft notification for the Green Energy Open Access (GEOA) regulations for 2024. The commission is inviting suggestions on the draft until October 18th. In this draft, the RERC outlines the criteria for accessing green energy through open access, which will be available upon payment of specific charges. […] Read more
MEC Intelligence Report On Wind Energy Orderbook In India Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy A new report from MEX Intelligence covers the Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) orders in India . Market leader Envision leads with 41%. The company bagged 1.6 GW of new order books for its solar projects in the April to June quarter of 2024. So far, the total order book of Envision has reached 7.7 GW. […] Read more
Rajasthan: SGEL Seeks Bids For 2,000 Ac Land For 500 MW Solar Project Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), a subsidiary of SJVN, has released a tender seeking bids for the outright purchase or leasing of 2,000 acres of land located in the vicinity of the 765/400/220 kV Bikaner-IV Pooling Station in Rajasthan. With this project, SGEL aims to set up a solar plant of up to 500 MW. […] Read more
Odisha Clears Rs.4,671 Cr Investment For 749.9 MW Renewable Projects Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy Single Window Committee (SWC) of Odisha’s Energy Department granted in-principle approval for renewable energy projects worth Rs.4,671.81 crore. A major decision, the move helps to advance the state toward a green energy future. The approvals were granted in the 7th meeting of SWC. The total capacity of the renewable energy projects approved is 749.9 MW. […] Read more
Vivriti Capital Gets $25 Mn From ADB For Climate Finance Projects Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently shared its plans to invest $25 million in a certified climate bond issue by Vivriti Capital Limited (VCL). This bond is being certified by the Climate Bonds Initiative to enhance access to climate finance for financially underserved enterprises, including micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), mid-market corporates, and retail […] Read more
MNRE Amends Offshore Wind Lease Rules To Ease Process Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently announced an draft amendment to the offshore wind energy lease rules, aimed at regulating the leasing of offshore areas for wind energy projects. The government can now grant leases for up to 35 years, with the possibility of extending them on a case-by-case basis, depending on […] Read more