Emergence of Asia-Pacific Renewable Energy Sector Updated On Mon, Jan 11th, 2021 by Saurenergy By Suman Jagdev, Director & Lead – Strategy Consulting, GCA Corporation, Mumbai The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations has led to articulation of clear actions for a sustainable world underpinned by responsible consumption and production. Governments are required to meet targets assigned by the United Nations and frame adequate regulations and […] Read more
Saving Your Rooftop PV Plant From a Lighting Strike Updated On Sat, Jan 9th, 2021 by Saurenergy Background Residential PV systems are generally installed on the rooftop of residential buildings, with a large metal surface area, higher distance from the ground and exposed location. That makes these PV systems a possible target for lightning during thunderstorms. Thus, having good lightning protection and grounding becomes key to avoid any incidents that could cause […] Read more
Senior Position – Design & Engineering Updated On Sat, Jan 9th, 2021 by Saurenergy Incumbent will be responsible for: Familiarity with present codes & practices for designing Electrical & Civil Mounting Structures. Familiar with pre-bid & post bid engineering & technical evaluation of proposals. Thorough knowledge of Solar System, Power evacuation, PV panels, SCADA systems, AC/DC Cabling & Sizing, Switch Yard and other equipment. Equipment Co-ordination of site, service […] Read more
Tata Power Takes Over Operations of WESCO & SOUTHCO in Odisha Updated On Fri, Jan 8th, 2021 by Saurenergy Tata Power has taken over the management and operations of WESCO and SOUTHCO upon completion of the sale process. Tata Power has announced that it has taken over the management and operations of WESCO and SOUTHCO upon completion of the sale process. Now, WESCO and SOUTHCO will operate under the company name as TP Western […] Read more
ACWA Power, APICORP Sign on $125 Mn Facility to Accelerate Green Transition Updated On Fri, Jan 8th, 2021 by Saurenergy APICORP and ACWA Power have signed on a USD 125 million 5-year corporate facility to support ACWA Power’s future growth pipeline. APICORP, a leading multilateral development financial institution, and ACWA Power, a leading Saudi developer, have announced the signing of a USD 125 million 5-year Shariah-compliant corporate facility to support ACWA Power’s future growth pipeline. […] Read more
Vistra Brings Online its 1200 MWh Battery Storage System in California Updated On Fri, Jan 8th, 2021 by Saurenergy Vistra has announced its 1200 MWh Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility was successfully connected to the power grid and has begun operation. Vistra has announced that its Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility was successfully connected to the power grid and began operating on December 11, 2020. At 300 MW/ 1200 MWh, the lithium-ion battery storage system, located […] Read more
“BIS Certification Should Be a Must For All Government Tenders”, Brijesh Prajapati Updated On Thu, Jan 7th, 2021 by Saurenergy Brijesh Prajapati, Managing Director, SofarSolar, a leading inverter firm from China, is gung ho about the prospects for his firm in India. The 7 year old SofarSolar is a young firm like many others in the sector, but has moved quickly to grab emerging opportunities in solar, especially in Hybrid Inverters linked with storage. Recently […] Read more
Electricity Demand to Grow 6-7% in FY’22; Discom Finances to Remain Challenged: ICRA Updated On Thu, Jan 7th, 2021 by Saurenergy The all India electricity demand is expected to witness a growth of 6-7% in FY’22 against an estimated decline of 2.5% in FY’21, as per ICRA The all India electricity demand is expected to witness a growth of 6 percent – 7 percent in FY2022 against an estimated decline of 2.0 percent – 2.5 percent […] Read more
ITC Limited Commits to 100 Percent RE for all Energy Needs by 2030 Updated On Thu, Jan 7th, 2021 by Saurenergy ITC has set itself a target to meet 100 percent of its purchased grid electricity requirements from renewable energy (RE) sources by 2030. Indian multinational conglomerate ITC Limited has announced that it has set itself a target to meet 100 percent of its purchased grid electricity requirements from renewable energy (RE) sources by 2030. “As a part of […] Read more
