Andhra Pradesh Releases New Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy Updated On Mon, Jan 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Government of Andhra Pradesh has set a target to achieve 18,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by the year 2021-22. Keen to harness the huge solar and wind potential of Andhra Pradesh, the state has launched its new ‘Andhra Pradesh Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Policy – 2018’. The Government of Andhra Pradesh has set a […] Read more
Solar Inverter Certification Deadline Extended Updated On Mon, Jan 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy The suppliers will be allowed to self-certify their product without having the need to submit their the sample to the test lab. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) offered relief to the manufacturers of solar inverters and has extended the deadline for getting BIS certification by 6 months. After a meeting of MNRE […] Read more
Haryana Issues Tender for 300 MW Solar Plant Updated On Mon, Jan 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy In case of excess generation, the developer will be free to sell it to other entities in case the discom refuses to purchase the excess power. In order to increase the share of renewable energy in the state and to fulfill Haryana’s renewable purchase obligation, Haryana Power Purchase Centre (HPPC) has issued a proposal (RFS) […] Read more
EBRD Lends 5.9 Mn Euros for 15 GW Macedonian Solar Plant Updated On Mon, Jan 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy Since the new solar plant is located at the site of an exhausted lignite coal mine it will also support ELEM’s efforts to rehabilitate the 26 hectare mine site. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is lending 5.9 million euros to ELEM, Macedonian state-owned electricity company, to build the first large-scale solar power […] Read more
Vibrant Gujarat to See RE Deals Worth Rs 50,000 Cr Updated On Mon, Jan 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy Gujarat Power Corp Ltd, owned by the Gujarat government, will be laying the foundation stone for one of the biggest solar power park. The 9th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2019 (VGGS) which is happening from January 18th to 20th, 2019, is expected to witness investment commitment of a massive Rs 50,000 crore […] Read more
Vikram Solar Wins ‘Best Contribution in Solar Energy’ at CBIP Awards Updated On Sat, Jan 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy The award was conferred to the module maker by R. K. Singh, Minister of Power and New and Renewable Energy. Amongst other awardees were Hero Future Energies and West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company (WBSEDCL). Country’s one of the leading module makers Vikram Solar has been awarded with ‘Best Contribution in Solar Energy’ at the […] Read more
EBRD Issues 600 Mn Euro Green Bonds Updated On Fri, Jan 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy The proceeds of EBRD’s bonds are earmarked to support a specific portfolio of environmentally and socially sustainable projects. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has issued a five-year 600 million euro ($685 million) green bond, the bank said in a statement. This transaction represents EBRD’s inaugural benchmark Green Bond in the EUR market, […] Read more
Oakridge Energy Raises Line of Credit for Residential Rooftop Solar Updated On Fri, Jan 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy Oakridge will use this money to offer payment plans to home owners who install solar rooftop plants with easy repayment options. One of North India’s leading residential rooftop solar companies, Oakridge Energy has raised the first line of credit from the Indian arm of Dutch social impact investor Oikocredit. The credit has been provided for […] Read more
Texas Can Be Free of Coal, Study Finds Updated On Fri, Jan 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy Texas could meet a significant portion of its electricity demand from renewable power without investing much into extensive battery storage. Texas is the state from where the USA started its journey of oil, turns out it is also the place where wind and solar energy can provide power round the clock, a new research has […] Read more