SECI Invites Bids To Select Developers For 400 MW Hybrid Projects Updated On Mon, Jul 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has now invited proposals for setting up Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS)-connected hybrid power projects in India, on a build-own-operate (BOO) model for an aggregate capacity of 400 MW. The tender invited bids for the inter-state transmission system (ISTS-connected) wind-solar hybrid power projects in India under SECI-Tranche-IX. The last […] Read more
Govt. Clarifies Fiscal Benefits For Solar Installations In SEZs, Empowers Developers Updated On Fri, Jun 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Export Promotion Council for Export-Oriented Units (EoUs) and Special Economic Zones (SEZs), functioning under the Commerce Ministry, has provided clarifications to developers seeking to procure or import solar panels with fiscal benefits. The Ministry notified SEZ developers that they can establish non-conventional power plants as part of the infrastructure, eligible for fiscal benefits during […] Read more
Govt VGF Scheme Can Support 36% Of Offshore Project Cost, Says CRISIL Updated On Thu, Jun 27th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Union Cabinet approval of the viability gap funding (VGF) scheme, with a total allocation of Rs 7,453 crore, is a boost for the offshore wind energy segment. It could trigger investments into a space developers have shied away from due to high cost, operational challenges, and offtake-related risks, according to CRISIL. This is a […] Read more
MoP Releases Norms To Compensate For Damages Under Right Of Way Updated On Thu, Jun 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) recently issued guidelines for compensating Right of Way (RoW) regarding transmission lines. These guidelines aim to expedite construction and ensure timely completion by addressing RoW issues effectively, particularly in urban areas. The guidelines specify compensation for damages related to RoW under the Electricity Act among other guidelines. The new guideline […] Read more
Cabinet Approves Viability Gap Funding For Offshore Wind Updated On Thu, Jun 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Indian Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently approved the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme for offshore wind energy projects. The total outlay of the scheme stood at Rs 7,453 crore. The fund included an outlay of Rs 6,853 crore for the installation and commissioning of 1 GW of offshore wind energy […] Read more
Investments In Renewables, Realty To Rise To Rs 15 Lakh Cr In Next Fiscals: CRISIL Updated On Tue, Jun 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy Investments in India’s key infrastructure sectors — renewable energy and roads – and real estate are expected to grow 38% in fiscals 2025 and 2026 compared with the previous two fiscals to Rs 15 lakh crore, according to the latest report by CRISIL. The surge will ride on India’s need for creation of sustainable infrastructure […] Read more
Repsol Signs RE Purchase Agreement with Microsoft Updated On Wed, Jun 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy Repsol will supply Microsoft renewable electricity after reaching an agreement for a combined six long-term virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs). These 12-year supply agreements are linked to three wind farms and three solar plants in Spain with a total installed capacity of 230 MW that will be operational by December 2025. This deal adds to existing power […] Read more
Radiance Renewables & PIDG Form JV For RE Growth In India Updated On Tue, Jun 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy Radiance Renewables and the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) company, InfraCo Asia, announced a joint venture (JV) – Radiance InfraCo Renewables Private Limited. The JV will develop a portfolio of greenfield renewable energy projects for C&I clients in India, enabling them to reduce carbon emissions in their supply chain and operations to meet their sustainability […] Read more
Programme Associate – Distributed Renewable Energy Updated On Fri, Jun 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy Job Duties and Accountabilities:- Desirable Outcomes (first year):- Lead the team to accelerate adoption of distributed RE in atleast one state and support in other states. Conceptualise and execute atleast one innovative idea to scale up the adoption of DRE in the priority state Take up atleast one institutional responsibility or actively work on one […] Read more
