The Second Life of Electric Vehicle Batteries: Report Updated On Mon, Sep 30th, 2019 by Saurenergy A new report takes a look at the underlying problem with the uptake of electric vehicles, the concern of what to do with the batteries when they reach their end-of-life. As the uptake of electric vehicles (EV) has increased exponentially in the past few years, the concern of what to do with batteries when they […] Read more
IFC and FRV Close Financing for 296 MW Mexican Solar Plant Updated On Thu, Sep 19th, 2019 by Saurenergy The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) have announced the financial close for 296 MW Potrero Solar project. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), member of the World Bank Group, and Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), part of Abdul Latif Jameel Energy, a leading global developer of renewable utility-scale projects, has announced the financial […] Read more
Tesla Introduces New Battery for Utility Scale Energy Storage Updated On Wed, Jul 31st, 2019 by Saurenergy To match global demand for massive battery storage projects, Tesla has designed a new battery product specifically for utility-scale projects: Megapack. Two years ago, Tesla built and installed the world’s largest lithium-ion battery in Hornsdale, South Australia using Tesla Powerpack batteries. Since then, the facility saved nearly USD 40 million in its first year alone and helped […] Read more
Spot Power Prices Drop 11% in June to Rs 3.32/unit Updated On Tue, Jul 9th, 2019 by Saurenergy Average spot power prices drop 11 percent to Rs 3.32 per unit in June compared to the year-ago month, IEX said. Average spot power prices drop 11 percent to Rs 3.32 per unit in June compared to the year-ago month, the Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) said. With the trading of 4,207 million units (MU) of electricity, the […] Read more
A 100% Renewable US Power Grid Could Cost $4.5 Trillion Updated On Fri, Jun 28th, 2019 by Saurenergy According to a new analysis, the transition to a 100% renewable US power grid will need an investment of up to US$4.5 trillion over the next 10 to 20 years. A new analysis has revealed that the transition to a 100 percent renewable US power grid will need an investment of up to US$ 4.5 […] Read more
Helping Achieve Grid Stability A Big Opportunity for Wärtsilä India – Neeraj Sharma Updated On Thu, Jun 20th, 2019 by Saurenergy With a total delivery of over 250 power plants and 3500MW of generation capacity, Wartsila India has had a ringside view of the evolving power scenario in India. The Finnish multinational is now making a strong case for its gas based plants, to balance out demand surges, as renewable energy plays a bigger role. Not […] Read more
EBRD to Invest $100Mn in Turkish Renewable Firm Updated On Mon, May 13th, 2019 by Saurenergy With EBRD funds, the company plans to invest in wind farms and solar projects with a combined capacity of up to 250MW. In a new boost to Turkey’s renewable energy sector, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is investing US$ 100 million in a stake of Ictas Surdurulebilir Enerji Yatirimlari (Ictas Energy), the […] Read more
IEA Offers Insight to Morocco’s Energy Transition Updated On Wed, May 8th, 2019 by Saurenergy The International Energy Agency (IEA) has in its latest in-depth review of Morocco’s energy policies, highlighted the institutional, legal and fiscal reforms undertaken to promote the sustainable development of the country’s energy sector. Since the last review in 2014, the agency noted the government’s positive efforts to boost renewable investment, provide access to electricity, and […] Read more
Average Spot Power Price Falls 19% in April to Rs 3.22/Unit Updated On Fri, May 3rd, 2019 by Saurenergy The average market clearing price (MCP) at Rs 3.22 per unit saw a 19 percent decline over 3.98 per unit in April 2018. Average spot power price at the Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) declined 19 percent to Rs 3.22 per unit in April compared with Rs 3.98 a unit in the year-ago month, mainly due to improvement on […] Read more
