Solar players expect tax incentives in budget, uncertainty over GST remains Updated On Tue, Jan 31st, 2017 by Saurenergy According to Solar players’ continuation of appreciated depreciation, a financial incentive, along with concessional interest rates and use of Rs 54,000 crore National Clean Energy Fund could be crucial to achieve country’s ambitious target. Amid uncertainties over the impact of Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Make in India programme being affected by falling prices […] Read more
SolAmerica Energy Launches 1.3 MW Solar Project on President Carter’s Farm in Plains, Georgia Updated On Mon, Jan 30th, 2017 by Saurenergy Atlanta-based SolAmerica Energy (“SolAmerica”), a leading solar, development and construction firm, today will be having a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its latest solar project, on February 8, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. to Noon (Eastern) in Plains, Georgia. Former President Jimmy Carter leased a 10-acre site in his hometown to SolAmerica for development of the 1.3 MW […] Read more
RECPDCL Tenders 10 MW of Grid Connecting Rooftop Solar in Assam Under CAPEX Model Updated On Mon, Jan 30th, 2017 by Saurenergy APDCL has appointed RECPDCL as Project Management Consultant (PMC) for implementation of grid connected rooftop solar PV power plants of total 10 MW capacity REC Power Distribution Company Limited (RECPDCL) is inviting bids for 10 MW grid connected rooftop solar project in Assam of behalf of Assam Power Distribution Company (APDCL). The rooftop solar projects […] Read more
Gujarat DISCOMs Fail to Meet Purchase Target for Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Jan 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy GUVNL DISCOMs fails to meet purchase target of renewable energy sources. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) affiliated four distribution companies (DISCOMs) fell short of purchasing required renewable energy in 2015-16 on account of low supply of power from wind and other renewable energy sources. Under the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO), a distribution company is […] Read more
Storage-linked Solar Power to Reach 5 kWh by 2022 Updated On Mon, Jan 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy Renewable Energy like solar power is available for half the cost, and can reach 5 kWh by 2022. Renewable Energy like solar power with storage is already available at half the cost, compared with power from diesel-run generators, according to industry watchers. Vikram Kailas, Managing Director and CEO, Mytrah Energy, told BusinessLine: “We are probably […] Read more
Punjab Solar Power Firms Seek More Time for Setting up Units Updated On Mon, Jan 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy Punjab Solar Power Producers have sought extension of deadline for construction of solar plants. Solar power producers in Punjab have sought extension of deadline for setting up projects that will be eligible for exemption from transmission and wheeling charges. Punjab electricity regulator had in January last year approved the exemption for renewable energy projects set […] Read more
Puducherry CM seems keen on Adoption of Innovative Renewable Energy Production Sources Updated On Sat, Jan 21st, 2017 by Saurenergy Puducherry to adopt Innovative Renewable Energy to enhance saving of energy and green environment. Puducherry Chief Minister V.Narayanasamy has said that the territorial administration was keen on conservation of energy and also adoption of innovative renewable energy production sources such as solar energy so that a green environment could be achieved for the people’s advantage. […] Read more
Saudi Arabia to Launch Multi-billion Renewable Energy Schemes Updated On Fri, Jan 20th, 2017 by Saurenergy World’s largest oil exporter vies to diversify its focus to Renewable Energy Saudi Arabia is set to launch a renewable energy programme worth up to $50 billion, as the world’s largest oil exporter vies to diversify its economy, its energy minister stated. “This is the first time we talk about the specific programme,” minister Khaled […] Read more
Renewable Energy and Automation Specialist Schneider Electric acquires Renewable Choice Energy Updated On Fri, Jan 20th, 2017 by Saurenergy Acquisition will provide clients with unparalleled access to new renewable energy opportunities around the globe Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, has announced the acquisition of Renewable Choice Energy, a leader in helping commercial, industrial, and institutional clients navigate their renewable energy purchasing options. Already recognized as one of the world’s […] Read more
