India’s RE Sector Saw FDI Equity Investment of USD 6,137.39 Mn in Last 3 Financial Years Updated On Wed, Dec 20th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Minister for New & Renewable Energy and Power, R.K. Singh, disclosed measures taken to entice Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into India’s renewable energy sector. Currently, India’s FDI policy permits up to 100% investment in the renewable energy sector through the automatic route. According to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), […] Read more
Vinayak Kathare Joins Log9 Materials As Vice President, Stationary Energy Systems Updated On Tue, Dec 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy Vinayak Kathare has joined Log9 Materials as its new Vice President of Stationary Energy Systems. Headquartered in Bengaluru, Log9 Materials delves in batteries and energy storage solutions. Vinayak Kathare brings a wealth of experience in the renewable energy industry. His background includes heading new initiatives for one of India’s leading renewable energy firms. The firm […] Read more
MERC Rejects MEDA’s Plea For 50% Local RE Procurement By Discoms Updated On Tue, Dec 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Energy Development Agency had filed a petition with the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) asking it to issue appropriate directions to distribution licensees (discoms) to meet 50% of total Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) requirement by purchase of energy from Renewable Sources within the State. Maharashtra has achieved installed capacity of 10,799 MW as […] Read more
South Africa Announces Tender for 5 GW Renewable Capacity under BW7 Updated On Tue, Dec 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) of South Africa has released a tender under the seventh bid window (BW7) under its Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). The tender seeks bids for the development of 5 GW of renewable capacity, entailing 3.2 GW of wind and 1.8 GW of solar capacity. […] Read more
Engineer Senior Engineer Power System Study Updated On Fri, Dec 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy Responsibilities:- In depth knowledge of conducting simulations and analytical studies for transmission and Distribution, Planning, load and generation interconnection, integration of renewables. Able to prepare simulation study models and carry out power system studies including but not limited to: Grid compliance studies for Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid projects. Steady state and Dynamic power flow […] Read more
SOFAR Showcases PV & ESS Offering at EnerGaïa 2023 at France Updated On Fri, Dec 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy SOFAR showcased its solar and storage solutions covering residential, C&I and utility applications at EnerGaïa concluded at France recently. SOFAR is a global provider of all-scenario PV & ESS solutions, With the European Parliament adopting the power market reform plan in July, the EU utility storage market is expected to usher in an outbreak. In […] Read more
EU New Electricity Market Design To Speed-Up Renewable Deployment Updated On Fri, Dec 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy A latest report shared by the European Council and the Parliament has revealed that they have reached a provisional agreement to reform the EU’s electricity market design (EMD). “This deal is great news, as it will help us reduce even more the EU’s dependence on Russian gas and boost fossil-free energy to cut greenhouse gas […] Read more
Sterling & Wilson Renewable Energy Raises INR 1,500 Cr via QIP Route Updated On Fri, Dec 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy Sterling & Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (SWRE) has announced the completion of a fundraise of INR 1,500 crore through Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) route. The Securities Issuance Committee of Board of Directors, at its meeting held on December 14, 2023, approved the issue and allotment of 4,32,27,665 equity shares of face value Re. 1 each […] Read more
Bangalore EV Startup Exponent Energy Rakes Up $26.4 Mn in Series B Round Updated On Fri, Dec 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy A Bangalore-based startup that delves in rapid charging of electric vehicles, Exponent Energy, has pocketed $26.4 million in a Series B round that was led by Eight Roads Ventures. It also entailed a strategic investment from TDK Ventures. Other participants in the Series B round included existing investors such as Lightspeed, YourNest VC, 3one4 Capital, […] Read more
