SECI Named Nodal Agency to Implement 2,500 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project Updated On Mon, May 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy The eligible capacity for bidding will be a minimum 200 MW and maximum 500 MW by a bidder with project capacity of at least 50 MW at one project site. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has appointed Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) as the nodal agency for setting up of 2,500 […] Read more
UNEP Happy to Recognise CIAL as World’s 1st Fully Solar-Powered Airport Updated On Mon, May 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy “I really want to go around the world and speak about the success story (of CIAL),” the Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme said. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Global Chief Erik Solheim said that UNEP is happy to recognise Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) as the world’s first fully solar energy-powered airport. “We are very happy to do it,” […] Read more
Chandigarh Admin Approves Rs 250 pm Solar Panel Fee for Govt Houses Updated On Mon, May 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy To make it viable for citizenry of the area to generate power, the administration has decided to install at least two kilowatts solar power capacity plant on every government house. As Punjab governor and Chandigarh administrator has approved the rate, the government houses in the city with area of 1 Kanal or more have to […] Read more
Government Apathy a Bottleneck for Solar Energy Push Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The delays haven’t gone down well with the prosumers (consumer and producer of solar power), who after investing their money on installing solar panels and getting all the paperwork done, are upset at seeing their installations lie idle. The cabinet had approved the state solar policy last year. The onus is on the government to […] Read more
PM Lays Foundation Stone for 2400 MW Phase-I of NTPC’s Patratu Power Plant in Jharkhand Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy This project is a Joint Venture (JV) in the ratio of 74:26 between Government of Jharkhand (GoJ) and Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (PVUNL), a NTPC’s subsidiary establishing a total capacity expansion of 4,000 MW. Envisioning the brighter future for India’s 19th state, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone for the […] Read more
Consumers, Integrators Seek Single-window for Solar Power Projects in Goa Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The integrators were attending the Goa Conference’s second edition on Solar Energy in Panaji, the capital of Goa. They vigorously questioned the role of the electricity department and the GEDA. To deal with all grid-connected solar power projects, Integrators and consumers of solar power systems have appealed for a single window system for smooth installations. […] Read more
Azure Power Headquarter Gets LEED Platinum Certification from USGBC Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy This certification is the highest rated certification for recognizing best-in-class building strategies and practices in green building. India’s one of leading solar power producers, Azure Power has secured India’s first Platinum certification under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4 Commercial Interiors rating system by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). The company […] Read more
Netherlands Signs Framework Agreement of ISA Updated On Fri, May 25th, 2018 by Saurenergy Both countries agreed to enhance their ties with boosting trade and investment. The multiple sectors which were highlighted include agriculture, food processing, science & technology and water management. Following the bilateral summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Netherlands counterpart Mark Rutte inked the framework agreement of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). Both countries agreed […] Read more
Small African Nations Eye Indian Support via ISA Updated On Thu, May 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy With only 70 per cent electrification in urban area and 15 per cent in rural areas, there were huge business opportunities for solar companies in Gambia, said Jainaba Jagne Gambian Ambassador. In order to build up solar capacity to tackle climate change small African nations, which have or are yet to ratify the International Solar Alliance (ISA), […] Read more
