German Govt Funds Study on Economic Viability of Floating PV Updated On Tue, Jul 6th, 2021 by Saurenergy The German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy is funding a research project to develop the technology of floating PV systems and investigate its economic viability. The government is partnering with the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE and the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg to carry out the so called “PV2Float project.” Floating PV systems […] Read more
SECI Wins Crucial Case At APTEL On Trading Margins, For Now Updated On Tue, Jul 6th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Ruling against orders by the Delhi and Punjab regulators will be a relief to the central agency. In a detailed 77 page judgement delivered on July 2nd, a two judge bench of the Appellate Tribunal For Electricity (APTEL) had delivered welcome news to SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India) on its precious trading margin […] Read more
IEX Trades 7093 MU in June’21 with 48% YoY Growth Updated On Mon, Jul 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) traded 7093 MU of electricity volume in June’21 recording 48% YoY growth. According to the power demand data published by the National Load Dispatch Center, the national peak demand saw a 16% YoY increase, with the highest ever peak demand at 191.51 GW, while energy consumption at 115 BU grew […] Read more
Tirupati to Adopt Energy-efficient Practices, Installing 2 MW Rooftop Solar Updated On Mon, Jul 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy The nation’s richest temple trust, which manages the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh, has taken more steps to go green. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is going to green with efficient energy practices along with a water management system. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has given acquiescence to AP State Energy Conservation Mission […] Read more
NTPC, ONGC To Focus On Offshore Wind Energy Developments ? Updated On Mon, Jul 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy News reports have quoted state-owned National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd (NTPC) and the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) joining together for the development of offshore wind energy in the country. For ONGC, the national oil explorer, any tie-up is considered relevant as power generation has not been its forte, and offshore wind offers […] Read more
Andhra Pradesh Announces Financial Assistance for Solar Rooftop Plants Updated On Mon, Jul 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy Andhra Pradesh Eastern Power Distribution Corporation Limited (APEPDCL) announced last week that residential customers interested in installing grid-connected rooftop solar (RTS) plants would now be entitled to receive central financial assistance. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has sanctioned 8MW capacity in the residential sector under Phase II of the RTS program for […] Read more
NTPC Tenders For 500 MW of Solar EPC Projects Updated On Mon, Jul 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy Close on the heels of announcing an aggressive reset of its renewable energy targets, state owned NTPC Limited has invited bids for an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) package with land development for 500 MW of grid-connected solar projects anywhere in India. The tender, floated on Friday last week (July 2) has a last date […] Read more
Senior Project Officer Updated On Sat, Jul 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy WWF-India, one of the largest conservation organizations, engaged in wildlife and nature conservation in the country, is looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to be a part of its Rivers & Wetlands team. This position will be a part of a highly experienced team doing some pioneering and exciting work on river (Ganga, Ramganga, […] Read more
Assitant Manager / Manager – Corporate Parternship Updated On Sat, Jul 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy WWF India, one of the country’s largest conservation organizations is looking for enthusiastic young individuals to help the Conservation Alliances team at WWF-India raise funds to expand and upscale the conservation work across the country. The objective of Conservation Alliances is to develop partnerships with corporates that deliver on multiple benefits, which intersect with WWF […] Read more
