L&T Wins 185MW Solar Plus 254 MWh Storage Project In Bihar Updated On Mon, Jun 24th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) vertical of Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) recently won an order to build a grid-connected 185MW Solar PV plant. The order entails solar power plants with a 254 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) having multitudes of MWh capacity in Kajra in Lakshisarai district in Bihar. This is expected to […] Read more
20% Of Global Power On Summer Solstice Came From Solar: Report Updated On Fri, Jun 21st, 2024 by Saurenergy Energy think-tank Ember estimates that today, across the midday peaks on the summer solstice – 20% of the world’s electricity will come from solar, up from 16% last year. “At 20% share, solar is now a serious global electricity source,” said Kostantsa Rangelova, electricity analyst at Ember. “ Battery costs have collapsed, meaning solar power […] Read more
RMI Foresees Cleantech To Drive 10% Of Global GDP Growth Updated On Wed, Jun 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), a US-based research organization, has recently published a report forecasting significant growth in the cleantech sector. According to the report, solar energy installations are expected to reach 1,000 GW annually, accompanied by sales of 6,000 GWh of batteries per year. These advancements are crucial in achieving the sector’s goal of […] Read more
SJVN Shifts Focus On Developing More Solar & Wind Power Updated On Fri, Jun 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy Indian Public Sector Enterprise, SJVN Limited, known for its mandate and history of developing mainly hydroelectric power has now shifted its interest towards solar and other renewable projects. Based on SJVN’s projections on assets and ongoing, and future projects, it can be inferred that it plans to reach this goal as early as 2026. In […] Read more
India Adds 11GW Solar Capacities In The First 5 Months Of 2024 Updated On Wed, Jun 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy The latest statistics from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) revealed that India added around 11 GW of new solar capacities in the first five months of 2024. However, wind capacity additions remained on a lower side. The latest monthly renewable energy capacity report from the MNRE said that India added 2463.82 MW […] Read more
IEA Forecasts Solar PV Investment To Exceed USD 500 Bn In 2024 Updated On Thu, Jun 6th, 2024 by Saurenergy The International Energy Agency’s (IEA) recent report on world energy investment found that investment in solar PV surpassed all other generation technologies combined. It found a noticeable rise in solar panel costs that have decreased by 30% over the last two years. International Energy Agency (IEA) report said, “The prices for minerals and metals which […] Read more
US Solar Installed Capacity Soars 71% In Q1 2024, Hits 200-GW Mark Updated On Thu, Jun 6th, 2024 by Saurenergy US Solar Manufacturing Association (SEIA) recently reported setting a record 11 gigawatts (GW) of new solar module manufacturing capacity in the United States during Q1 2024. The organization claims this to be the largest quarter of solar manufacturing growth in American history. According to the US Solar Market Insight Q2 2024 report released by the […] Read more
US Invests $ 9.5 Mn To Study Social Dynamics Of Siting Solar Project Updated On Wed, Jun 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The US Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced an investment of $9.5 million for four new projects. This study was undertaken to examine the ways that siting practices can influence public attitudes toward and permitting of large-scale solar facilities. The research is expected to generate actionable insights that improve outcomes for host communities. It particularly […] 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
