Off-Grid Solar Industry now a USD 1.75 Billion Annual Market: Report Updated On Mon, Feb 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy The off-grid solar industry has grown into a USD 1.75 billion annual market, providing lighting and other energy to 420 million users, a new report has shown The off-grid solar industry has grown into a USD 1.75 billion annual market, providing lighting and other energy services to 420 million users and remains on a solid […] Read more
Govts’ Energy Safety Nets Essential for Access to Universal Electricity, Clean Cooking: SEforALL Updated On Sat, Feb 22nd, 2020 by Saurenergy The national governments are uniquely positioned to target and support disadvantaged populations most in need of energy services by providing safety nets for those living in energy poverty, said the new research report from SEforALL. This report titled ‘Energy Safety Nets’ was released jointly by Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), […] Read more
EDF North America Installs Clean Energy Microgrid at its HQ Updated On Thu, Feb 20th, 2020 by Saurenergy EDF Renewables North America has announced that the operation of its Innovation Drive Microgrid that is located at the company’s headquarters in San Diego. EDF Renewables North America has announced that the operation of its Innovation Drive Microgrid. The system is comprised of a 209 kWp solar carport, 182 kWp solar rooftop, 280 kW (538 […] Read more
Standard Chartered Commits $35 Bn Towards Renewable Projects Updated On Wed, Feb 19th, 2020 by Saurenergy Standard Chartered has committed to providing USD 35 billion of project financing, M&A advisory and debt structuring services for renewable projects by 2024 Standard Chartered Bank has announced its business targets for supporting its clients as they transition to a low- carbon economy as part of the Bank’s sustainability aspirations. By the end of 2024, […] Read more
GOGLA Report on Repowering Opportunity in South Asia Updated On Fri, Feb 14th, 2020 by Saurenergy As the world is running out of time to reach the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), off-grid solar is emerging as a powerful tool for change. Through technology and business innovation, THE industry is working hard to develop products and services that bring light and energy services to energy-poor households. Every day we see the positive […] Read more
Economic Survey 2019-20. Opportunity Ignored? Updated On Fri, Jan 31st, 2020 by Saurenergy The Economic Survey for 2019-20 was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today in parliament. The survey, which is taken as a useful indicator of government intent, though not always ability to take action, is notable for what it talks about, and perhaps worryingly, what it ignores. Thus, in a survey where there seems to […] Read more
Portugal’s Galp Acquires 2.9 GW Solar Portfolio From ACS in Spain Updated On Thu, Jan 23rd, 2020 by Saurenergy Galp Energia has reached an agreement with the ACS Group for the acquisition of projects for the generation of solar energy in Spain Galp Energia, a Portuguese corporation which consists of more than 100 companies engaged in activities such as natural gas supply, transport, storage, etc has announced that it has reached an agreement with […] Read more
EQT and Temasek set up Renewable Energy JV ‘O2 Power’ in India Updated On Thu, Jan 23rd, 2020 by Saurenergy The EQT Infrastructure IV fund and Temasek have announced the establishment of O2 Power, a renewable energy platform in India. The EQT Infrastructure IV fund and Singapore’s Temasek have announced the establishment of O2 Power, a renewable energy platform in India. O2 Power will target over four gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity across solar and […] Read more
Wind Energy Crucial for Europe’s ‘Carbon Neutral by 2050’ Target Updated On Thu, Jan 23rd, 2020 by Saurenergy The EU recently announced measures towards being carbon neutral by 2050, and Wind is expected to play a crucial role in achieving that target The European Union (EU), whose 28 members collectively account for the world’s third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases after China and the US, further strengthened its long-term commitment by announcing the Sustainable […] Read more
