SJVN Invites Bids For 600 MW/2,400 MWh ESS Across India Updated On Mon, Sep 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN, in coordination with the Renewable Energy Implementation Agency (REIA), has released a 1.2 GW tender for solar plus energy storage. The tender invites bids from Solar Power Developers (SPDs) to set up ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects with 600 MW/2,400 MWh Energy Storage Systems (ESS) anywhere in India under Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding on a […] Read more
President Approves VGF Scheme For 1 GW Offshore Wind Projects Updated On Fri, Sep 13th, 2024 by Saurenergy President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has approved the government’s plan to award Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to boost offshore wind projects in India. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), in its latest notification, stated that it has received approval for the plan. With the President’s sanction, India is now set to provide VGF […] Read more
EV Industry Expects PM E-Drive To Boost Electric Mobility Updated On Thu, Sep 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy A day after the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal of Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) for the implementation of scheme titled ‘PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme’ for the promotion of electric mobility in the country, several industry leaders reacted to the development […] Read more
India Added 9 GW Of New Renewable Capacities Since April 2024 Updated On Wed, Sep 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy India’s renewable energy capacity reached 152.65 GW by the end of August 2024, according to the latest data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). The data highlights new solar and wind energy project additions during the month. In August alone, India added 2,224 MW (2.22 GW) of solar capacity and 116.9 MW […] Read more
MNRE Proposes RESCO, Aggregation Model To Boost Rooftop Solar Updated On Wed, Sep 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released draft guidelines aimed at boosting the growth of the residential rooftop solar segment. According to the draft plan, rooftop solar systems can be installed on consumers’ rooftops without requiring any initial capital investment. The ministry has asked the public and the stakeholders concerned to send […] Read more
Solar Cell Production To Come Under ALMM Soon: Pralhad Joshi Updated On Thu, Sep 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is planning to bring solar cell production under the government listing by bringing an ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturer) like policy for solar cell production. With this, MNRE aims to boost domestic manufacturing of solar cells as well as ensure top-notch quality. An ALMM list […] Read more
Govt Awards Reliance 10GWh ACC Battery Capacity Under PLI Updated On Thu, Sep 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has now announced the selection of successful bidder under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage. Reliance Industries Limited has been awarded 10 GWh ACC capacity under Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme based on QCBS mechanism. This initiative is another step towards enhancing […] Read more
Can Digital Solar Project Make Rooftop Solar More Accessible? Updated On Wed, Sep 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy In 2023-24, India’s installed Rooftop Solar (RTS) capacity increased by 2.99 GW, marking the highest annual growth to date. According to the latest data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) India’s total installed rooftop solar capacity has reached 13.40 GW by the end of July 2024. Following the launch of the PM […] Read more
NHPC Revises MoU With Maharashtra Govt For 7,350 MW PSPs Updated On Wed, Sep 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy On September 3, State owned NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Private Limited) said that it has re-entered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra’s Department of Water Resources (WRD) for 7,350 MW renewable energy storage systems. The MoU aims to establish energy storage systems, specifically pumped storage projects (PSPs), in the state of Maharashtra. […] Read more