Electricity Costs: India’s Lowest and Most Expensive States, The Global Picture Updated On Fri, Dec 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy A lot of factors influence the per unit electricity costs in a country. The prices are heavily influenced by factors that include the country’s geographical location, geological makeup, level of development and technological advancement, and whether it is a high-, middle-, or low-income nation. The rise of renewable power through the recent decades has also […] Read more
HPERC Rolls Out Banking Regulation For Open Access Policy Updated On Fri, Dec 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (HPERC) recently released an open access policy to allow connectivity and open access to electricity generated from green/renewable energy sources. It also includes energy generated from non-fossil-based waste-to-energy plants for use of the Intra-State Transmission System (InSTS) or the distribution system of the licensee(s) in the state or both. […] Read more
Assistant Manager CAD (CIVIL -SOLAR PROJECTS ONLY)) Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy Responsibilities:- India and Overseas site visits during various phases of the project (pre-bid, construction, Operation and Maintenance) and prepare site visit report, site feasibility assessment and remedial measures for Solar PV plant as per requirement. Review preliminary investigation reports, Geo-technical, topography, hydrology and prepare executive summary from the reports and shall propose best suitable solution […] Read more
91,194 Tribal Households Electrified Under RDSS Scheme: Minister Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy The latest data shared by Shripad Naik, Minister of State (MoS) for New and Renewable Energy, revealed that 91,194 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) households have been electrified to date under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). This data includes the electrification of households under the state plan in three states, namely Gujarat, Odisha, and […] Read more
MNRE Denies RE Projects Failing To Secure PPAs Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) claimed that renewable energy projects in the country are not failing to secure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State (MoS) for New and Renewable Energy, addressed the issue of unsold renewable energy in a written statement before the Parliament. This follows reports that […] Read more
APTEL Accepts Solar Thermal Generators Plea, Allows PPA Cancellations Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy Direct Natural Irradiance (DNI) proved to be a bugbear for three solar thermal generators who set out to build projects based on figures provided by MNRE in 2010. The three generators, namely M/s. Aurum Renewable Energy Private Limited (in short “AREPL”), M/s. Diwakar Solar Projects Limited (in short “DSPL”) and M/s. KVK Energy Venture Private […] Read more
Qcells Claims Tandem Solar Cell Efficiency World Record Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy Qcells, a leading solar cells and modules manufacturer, has claimed a a new world record, reaching 28.6% for tandem solar cell efficiency on a full-area M10-sized cell that can be scaled for mass manufacturing. This result was achieved having begun large-area tandem development in 2023, as major solar manufacturers across the world attempt to reach […] Read more
Prozeal, Kintech & SAEL Secure GUVNL’s 500 MW Solar Auction Updated On Thu, Dec 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy GUVNL recently announced seven winners of its 500 MW grid-connected solar power projects with an additional 500 MW greenshoe option. Under its Phase XXV auction, it allocated bids to S.B.B. Mouldings, Kintech Synergy, Enertech Fuel Solutions, Prozeal Green Energy, Ausom Enterprise, Drashta Green Power, and SAEL Industries. The tender for this project was released in […] Read more
Refex, LC Infra Collaborate For 150 MW MAHAGENCO Solar Project Updated On Wed, Dec 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy Tamil Nadu-based Refex Renewables & Infrastructure Limited recently incorporated LC Infra Solar LLP as its new step-down subsidiary. The new entity is designed to build a 150 MW solar power project. Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. Ltd. (MAHAGENCO) awarded this project to Refex. To develop this project, the company established the subsidiary through an initiative […] Read more
