MNRE Issues Amendments for its Dispute Resolution Mechanism Updated On Mon, Sep 28th, 2020 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued amendments to the guideline for the operation of its Dispute Resolution Mechanism to consider the unforeseen disputes between solar and wind power developers and SECl/ NTPC/ NHPC, beyond their contractual agreements. A few key amendments made by the ministry: 1. The DRC will consider all […] Read more
BEE to Help set up Energy Efficiency Projects for Private Industries in AP Updated On Mon, Sep 28th, 2020 by Saurenergy Private industries in Andhra Pradesh can now easily avail of bank finance from BEE to take up energy efficiency projects in different sectors Private industries in Andhra Pradesh can now easily avail of bank finance to take up energy efficiency projects in different sectors, including buildings, large industries, and small and medium enterprises. The Bureau […] Read more
India’s Solar Outlook Revised to Stable, Wind Continues Negative Trend Updated On Mon, Sep 28th, 2020 by Saurenergy India Ratings has maintained a negative outlook on India’s wind sector for 2HFY21, bur the solar sector outlook has been revised to stable from negative. India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has maintained a negative outlook on India’s energy and transport infrastructure for the second half of FY2021, stemming from a likely low demand, driven by […] Read more
Old King Coal is Dead – Long Live The King Updated On Sat, Sep 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy Coal is the dominant source of energy in India because it’s locally available and has historically been quite cheap, more so because there hasn’t been aggressive regulation or taxation upon its externalities yet. However, future coal will look different than older coal because it will have to be more sustainable and also cost-effective. Renewable energy […] Read more
“Esdec Is Still An Installer Focused Company”, Stijn Vos, CEO Updated On Sat, Sep 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy Ever since it was started in 2004 by two installers, the Netherlands based Esdec has carved a unique niche for itself, focusing on the rooftop solar segment with their mounting systems. The firm has been in the news earlier last year for its acquisition led strategy, especially in the US market. With a focus on […] Read more
West Bengal Government Planning for Floating Solar Projects Updated On Sat, Sep 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy The West Bengal government is planning to develop floating solar power projects in a big way as it does not require a large tract of land. The West Bengal government is planning to develop floating solar power projects in a big way as it does not require a large tract of land, a minister said on September 25, 2020. The government is exploring […] Read more
India Offers $100 Mn LOC to Sri Lanka for Three Solar Projects Updated On Sat, Sep 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy India has offered a LOC worth USD 100 million to Sri Lanka for three solar projects in the country, according to an official statement. India has offered a Line of Credit (LOC) worth USD 100 million to Sri Lanka for three solar projects in the country, according to an official statement. India’s high commissioner to Sri Lanka Gopal Baglay had called on […] Read more
JSW Energy Wins 810 MW Blended Wind Capacity Under SECI Tender Updated On Sat, Sep 26th, 2020 by Saurenergy JSW Energy has received LoA for a total blended wind capacity of 810 MW from SECI under its tender for setting up of 2500 MW wind projects (Tranche – IX). JSW Energy has announced that its 100 percent subsidiary JSW Solar has received a Letter of Award (LoA) for a total blended wind capacity of […] Read more
Policies for An Atmanirbhar Energy Sector Updated On Fri, Sep 25th, 2020 by Saurenergy As India moves towards a new paradigm of ‘AtmaNirbhar’ Bharat, our energy security is a key component of this new resolve. The Prime Minister has already given pride of place to solar power, describing it as ‘sure, pure and secure’. But there is a lot more to our energy policy that requires a converted effort […] Read more