Maharashtra: BrightNight Commissions First Phase Of 115MW Hybrid RE Project Updated On Tue, Jan 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy US-based BrightNight, a global renewable power producer, recently commissioned the first phase of Optima Maharashtra, a 115 MW hybrid renewable power project in India. It’s also one of the first co-located wind-solar projects in Maharashtra. The project is located in Dharashiv, Southern Maharashtra, and spanning about 1400 acres, Optima Maharashtra integrates advanced wind and solar […] Read more
Clean Energy Investments To Reach $670bn In 2025: Report Updated On Mon, Jan 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy S&P Global Commodity Insights, an independent provider of information, analysis, data, and benchmark prices for the commodities, energy, and energy transition markets, has released its latest report on the pivotal trends in clean energy technology for 2025. The report said that investments in the clean energy sector might reach $670 billion in 2025. “S&P Global […] Read more
December 2024: DAM Prices Dip 14% YoY, Avg RE Prices At Rs 3.92/unit Updated On Mon, Jan 6th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian Energy Exchange (IEX), achieved its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume of 11,132 MU in December’24, marking a 29% increase on a year-on-year (YoY) basis. During the month, IEX traded 16.62 lakh renewable energy certificates recording a 58% year-on-year increase. For December 2024, the Market Clearing Price in the Day Ahead Market was Rs. 3.89/unit, […] Read more
Telangana Eyes 34 GW Of Solar Capacity With New RE Capacity Updated On Sun, Jan 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy Telangana Government recently released its draft Renewable Energy Policy 2024 intending to increase its renewable energy capacity. The state currently has a total solar capacity of 4,842.10 MW while it has 128.10 MW of wind energy capacity. Telangana’s latest renewable energy policy aims to achieve 34 GW of solar capacity. It has planned to achieve […] Read more
9.6 GW Of Renewable Capacity Under Construction: NTPC Updated On Thu, Jan 2nd, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian power behemoth NTPC Limited said it has around 9.6 GW of renewable energy projects under construction. The Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) furnished the information while discussing its capacity additions in Q3 of FY25. The company said that it recorded a generation of 326 BU (Billion Units) at the end of the third quarter […] Read more
South Africa Announces 8 Bidders For 1.76 GW RE Projects Updated On Thu, Dec 26th, 2024 by Saurenergy South African Electricity and Energy Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa recently appointed eight preferred bidders to develop eight renewable energy projects. These projects will be developed under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) Bid Window 7. The project has a combined contracted capacity of 1.76 GW. It further awarded the project to eight preferred […] Read more
CERC Lays Down Process For Scheduling of Infirm RE Power After COD Updated On Mon, Dec 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) published the Indian Electricity Grid Code (IEGC) Regulations, 2023, which came into effect on October 1, 2023. Amendments and orders have been issued to address difficulties in implementing certain provisions. The commission has the power to issue Removal of Difficulties order where it feels the intent of the rules […] Read more
Electricity Costs: India’s Lowest and Most Expensive States, The Global Picture Updated On Fri, Dec 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy A lot of factors influence the per unit electricity costs in a country. The prices are heavily influenced by factors that include the country’s geographical location, geological makeup, level of development and technological advancement, and whether it is a high-, middle-, or low-income nation. The rise of renewable power through the recent decades has also […] Read more
Indian Renewable Energy Lending Up By 60%, Says CFA Report Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy The latest report from the Centre for Financial Accountability (CFA) said that lending for renewable energy projects in India has increased. CFA released its seventh annual Coal Versus Renewables Investment report today, shedding the light on the issue. The report, which traditionally looked at project finance lending to coal, solar, and wind, increased its scope […] Read more
