India to add 15 GW of Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Over Next 5 Years: CRISIL Updated On Thu, Jun 11th, 2020 by Saurenergy In its new report, CRISIL takes a look at wind-solar hybrid (WSH) projects in India, which it estimates will reach 15 GW capacity over the next 5 years. In its new report, ratings and research agency CRISIL has looks the case of wind-solar hybrid (WSH) projects in India. A segment that it believes is fast […] Read more
After Total SA, More Foreign Investors Seeking Adani Partnership: Gautam Adani Updated On Wed, Jun 10th, 2020 by Saurenergy After Total SA, more foreign investors have shown interest in partnering Adani group in its renewable energy business, chairman Gautam Adani has said After French energy major Total SA, more foreign investors have shown interest in partnering Adani group in its renewable energy business, chairman Gautam Adani said recently. In April, Total had invested around […] Read more
Top 10 States for Wind Energy Installations and Potential in India Updated On Wed, Jun 10th, 2020 by Saurenergy Here we attempt to list the top 10 states for wind energy in India based on the installed capacity and their wind potential (at 120 M agl). India has set a target of installing 175 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity in the country by 2022, of which a majority is proposed to be met […] Read more
SECI Confirms Adani, Azure, as Winners of ‘Largest’ Manufacturing Linked Bids Updated On Tue, Jun 9th, 2020 by Saurenergy 12 GW solar generation capacity, and 3 GW of manufacturing/solar kit capacity. That’s what SECI has given approval to add, starting as early as 2022 by putting in motion the January 2020 tender for the largest single investment in the country’s solar sector. SECI has formally given the go ahead to Adani Green Energy for […] Read more
US’ DFC Okays $350 Mn for Development in India Including over $200 Mn for Solar Updated On Fri, Jun 5th, 2020 by Saurenergy The US-Based Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has sanctioned about $350 million of investment for development in India under various projects including more than $200 million for the solar energy projects. DFC is an independent agency of the US Government that provides financing for private development projects. This investment is part of the $1 billion of […] Read more
Europe’s Wind & Solar Installations Will Need Grid Flexibility to Succeed: WoodMac Updated On Fri, Jun 5th, 2020 by Saurenergy A combination of wind and solar power, otherwise known as Variable Renewable Energy (VRE), could make up the largest share of power capacity throughout Europe’s major markets – Great Britain, Germany, France, Italy and Spain – as early as 2023, according to a new analysis from Wood Mackenzie. And the success of Europe’s transition to […] Read more
Which States Have the Highest Solar Energy Potential in India? Updated On Thu, Jun 4th, 2020 by Saurenergy The solar energy generation potential in a specific area can be assessed based on factors like availability of land, solar radiation etc. The National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), an apex institute of Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), has estimated the potential of solar power in the country to be around 750 GWp. […] Read more
Water Scarcity Driving Smarter Solutions in Solar Projects Updated On Wed, Jun 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy India is a country that is developing rapidly and with this growth comes an increasing demand for water. Although India is well endowed with strong natural river systems, water scarcity is becoming a serious issue in the country. With higher demand for electricity, traditional sources of energy have become a liability not just due to […] Read more
PFC Incorporates 5 SPVs for Evacuating Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Jun 2nd, 2020 by Saurenergy State-owned power sector lender Power Finance Corporation Ltd (PFC) has incorporated, via its arm PFC Consulting, five of the project-specific special purpose vehicle (SPV) companies. These SPVs will facilitate the evacuation of renewable energy from the states of Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan. PFC said that “5 Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) companies have been incorporated as wholly-owned subsidiaries […] Read more