President Mukherjee inaugurates integrated bio-solar-wind Microgrid centre at IIEST, Shibpur Updated On Fri, May 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy “The integrated Bio-Solar-Wind micro-grid centre of IIEST is one cog in the wheel of sustainable development. We must ensure that electricity is available for ordinary people and potable water is provided for consumption of both humans and animals.” The President of India, Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated a Bio-Solar-Wind Microgrid Centre and Centre for Water and Environment […] Read more
No Need to Lower GST Rates for the Growth of Solar Power in India: Piyush Goyal Updated On Fri, May 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy The GST Council has finalized 18 percent of rate for solar panels in its three-day meeting in Srinagar. Piyush Goyal, Power, Coal, Renewable Energy and Mines Minister has said that the government does not need lower tax rates to ensure the growth of solar power sector in India. Goyal was talking in the context of […] Read more
JinkoSolar Holds Strategic Meeting with Saudi Electricity Company Updated On Fri, May 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy Alawaji briefly introduced Saudi Electricity Company’s business operation, service and long-term business view, followed by the insight on renewable energy development, target and potential in Saudi Arabia. Xiande Li also shared about Jinkosolar’s development, scale, capacity and the latest achievements in both manufacturing and project development in solar industry. JinkoSolar has announced that its team, led […] Read more
Maharashtra Seamless Commissions 20 MW Solar Power Project in Rajasthan Updated On Fri, May 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy The power generated from the 20 MW DCR solar power project will be sold for Rs.5.07/kWh to the off-taker. One of the leading manufacturers of electric resistance welded and seamless pipes and tubes, Maharashtra Seamless has successfully commissioned a 20 MW Solar Power Project at village Khetusar in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The company has also obtained […] Read more
India is eyeing cooperation with African nations on the ISA Updated On Fri, May 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy “India would seek to leverage this occasion to further deepen her economic cooperation with the African countries. India is also looking forward to cooperation with Africa on the International Solar Alliance (ISA) initiative” India is eyeing cooperation with African nations on the International Solar Alliance (ISA) initiative and looking forward to deepen economic cooperation during […] Read more
Andhra Pradesh Government Plans to Float Tenders for Two Pilot Battery-Backed Solar Power Projects Updated On Thu, May 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has emphasized the need to tap and store the solar power in reducing power charges. With rapid growth in the solar power capacity and changes in the battery backup technologies, the Andhra Pradesh Government plans to float tenders for two solar parks to be taken up on a […] Read more
Altus Power Energizes 10 MW New Jersey Solar Farm Updated On Thu, May 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy Altus Power notes that commencement of construction of solar farm, known as Spartan solar project occurred in September 2016 and involved hundreds of local jobs. Altus Power has announced the completion of construction and grid interconnection of a 10 MW ground-mounted solar energy system, in North Hanover Township, New Jersey. Altus Power notes that commencement […] Read more
MNRE invites EoI from qualified Professionals as Trainers for Technical Assistance Program Updated On Thu, May 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy It is proposed to impart training to 10,000 Utility Engineers and 5,000 Entrepreneurs in the country as a part of Ministry’s initiative on imparting skill. As directed by MNRE, NISE shall be the implementing agency for the same. To cater these training requirements, it is required to create a pool of trainers in this sector […] Read more
IIEST successfully creates country’s first smart grid project Updated On Wed, May 17th, 2017 by Saurenergy “The smart grid will be synchronised to generate power from solar, wind and vegetable waste resources, depending on the weather conditions and availability of waste products. It is the first of its kind in the country” The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) has successfully created the country’s first smart grid project, which […] Read more
