PM Surya Ghar Adds Service Charges Under Rooftop Solar Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently clarified the provision of a ‘Service Charge’ added under the Operational Guidelines for the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna. The MNRE included a service charge equivalent to 1% of the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) component for residential consumers, amounting to Rs. 657 crores. The MNRE […] Read more
MNRE Issues Revised Standards For PM-KUSUM Scheme Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently updated its standards and specifications for solar photovoltaic (SPV) systems under the PM-KUSUM scheme. The government proposed to update the standards and specifications to include new technology and improve eqiopment used in such projects. The government has sought recommendations from the stakeholders till October 31, 2024. […] Read more
Top 5: Battery Energy Storage Projects Commissioned in India Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy Battery energy storage systems (BESS) have solved a key challenge for renewable energy, addressing the fluctuating nature of sources like solar and wind. Globally, new solar and wind projects are now integrating modern energy storage systems to ensure a reliable energy supply. Countries like China, the US, and Australia are rapidly expanding their energy storage […] Read more
Vikram Solar Joins IPO Line, Files DRHP Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy Kolkata-based Vikram Solar Limited, a leading, and one of the earliest solar photo-voltaic module manufacturers at scale in India, has filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO). With over 15 years of industry experience as of 31 March 2024, Gyanesh Chaudhary led Vikram Solar […] Read more
MNRE Amends Offshore Wind Lease Rules To Ease Process Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently announced an draft amendment to the offshore wind energy lease rules, aimed at regulating the leasing of offshore areas for wind energy projects. The government can now grant leases for up to 35 years, with the possibility of extending them on a case-by-case basis, depending on […] Read more
NLC India Aims To Add 10 GW Renewable Energy By 2030 Updated On Mon, Sep 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy NLC India Limited, a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, marked its 10th year of renewable energy generation in 2024. The company embarked on its renewable energy journey on September 28, 2015, by commissioning a 10 MW solar photovoltaic power plant in Neyveli. Primarily a lignite-based power-generating company, NLC […] Read more
Zelestra Closes €132 Mn Financing For Its Gorbea Solar Plant In India Updated On Mon, Sep 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Spanish renewable energy firm Zelestra, has closed a €132 million (INR 1472 crores) project financing package for its Gorbea solar photovoltaic plant in India. The financing was signed with HSBC, Credit Agricole, MUFG, and Bank of America. The facility, denominated in Indian Rupees (INR), is designated as green financing under Zelestra’s Green Financing Framework, aligning […] Read more
Delhi’s CNG-Run Three Wheelers To Go Electric Soon Updated On Fri, Sep 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Delhi government in its recent order added a new para-transit scheme mandating the replacement of CNG-powered Gramin Sewa vehicles registered under the 2010-11 scheme with electric vehicles (EVs). This revised policy applies to high-capacity three-wheelers and similar other vehicles with a seating capacity of six passengers (excluding the driver) being given permits to ply […] Read more
MNRE Wants Discoms To Make Rooftop Solar Payments Online Updated On Wed, Sep 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy In order to further streamline the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar scheme, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has urged the states to alter the functioning of discoms. Discoms are the key offices which regulate the rooftop solar affairs in their jurisdiction. In a latest communication of the MNRE to the states, […] Read more
