Capital Dynamics Exits 108 MW Beacon II and V Solar Portfolio in California Updated On Tue, Dec 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy Capital Dynamics, an independent global private asset management firm, completed the sale of a majority interest in its Beacon portfolio to TortoiseEcofin and S&B USA Energy. Each buyer has acquired a 49.5% ownership of the portfolio. Capital Dynamics retains a minority stake of 1%. The 107.8 megawatt (MWdc) Beacon portfolio consists of two projects: Beacon II (59.6 […] Read more
Third Deadline Extension for EOI Submission for RE Solutions in Himalayas Updated On Tue, Dec 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy SECI has again extended the EOI deadline for its call for RE based solutions for meeting energy needs in remote areas of the Himalayas The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a notification, extending the deadline for submission of Expression of Interest (EOI) for its call for renewable energy (RE) based solutions/ system/ technology […] Read more
SECI Tenders for 20 MW Solar Plus 50 MWh BESS in Leh, Ladakh Updated On Tue, Dec 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy SECI has issued a tender for 20 MW (AC) solar PV plant (50 MWp DC) with 20 MW/50 MWh BESS at Phyang in Leh, Ladakh. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a tender for the commissioning of a 20 MW (AC) solar PV power plant (50 MWp DC) with 20 MW/50 MWh […] Read more
Tender Issued for Hydro Plus Floating Solar Hybrid Project in Mumbai Updated On Tue, Dec 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy MCGM has tendered for a renewable hybrid energy project of 20 MW hydro power capacity and 80 MW floating solar capacity at the Vaitarna lake. The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) acting through the Municipal Commissioner, has issued a tender for the selection of developers for procurement of a renewable hybrid energy project to […] Read more
Vikram Solar Commissions 10 MW Solar Plant for WBSEDCL Updated On Tue, Dec 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy Vikram Solar has commissioned a 10 MW solar project for West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDCL). Vikram Solar, a leading module manufacturer and a prominent EPC & rooftop solar solutions provider based out of West Bengal, has announced the commissioning of a 10 MW solar project for West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company […] Read more
EDFR Begins Commercial Operation of 150 MW Merricourt Wind Project Updated On Sat, Dec 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy EDF Renewables North America today announced that the 150 megawatts (MW) Merricourt Wind Project achieved commercial operation and has been turned over to Otter Tail Power Company, a subsidiary of Otter Tail Corporation. EDF Renewables developed and managed the construction process for Otter Tail Power under an Asset Purchase Agreement and turnkey Engineering, Procurement, and […] Read more
Solar ITC Extends at 26% For Two More Years, Included in US COVID Relief Pkg Updated On Thu, Dec 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy The Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has been extended at 26 percent for two more years. The ITC for solar systems as well as new funding for energy storage research has been included in the US COVID-19 relief package, the Congress approved. USD 1.4 trillion federal spending package alongside a USD 900 billion COVID-19 virus […] Read more
Siemens Gamesa Strikes 465 MW Deal in Brazil for its 5.X Turbine Platform Updated On Thu, Dec 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy Siemens Gamesa has signed a record order for its sector-leading Siemens Gamesa 5.X platform in a 465 MW deal with a leader in alternative asset management in Latin America, Patria Investments, to supply the São Vitor wind farm in the northeast of the country. The wind farm will be equipped with 75 Siemens Gamesa 5.8-170 […] Read more
Masdar Achieves Financial Close on 100 MW Solar Project in Uzbekistan Updated On Thu, Dec 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy Masdar has announced the financial close of the 100 MW Nur Navoi Solar Project – Uzbekistan’s first successfully-financed independent power producer (IPP) solar project. The Nur Navoi Solar Project was awarded to Masdar last year under the WBG’s Scaling Solar program, with Masdar tendering the lowest tariff in a competitive auction. In November 2019, Masdar […] Read more