News In Brief Nov 29: Masdar Closes Deal, ADB & Gulf Sign $820 Mn Deal, UK Initiates RE Project In Philippines Updated On Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy Masdar Closes Deal to Acquire TERNA Energy To Supercharge Growth In Greece And Eastern Europe UAE-based Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar recently completed the acquisition of 70% of the outstanding shares of TERNA ENERGY SA (TENERGY.AT) from GEK TERNA SA (GEKTERNA.AT) and other shareholders and received all regulatory approvals. The deal, agreed […] Read more
Tata Power, ADB Seal $4.25Bn Deal To Finance 966 MW RE Projects In India Updated On Fri, Nov 22nd, 2024 by Saurenergy Tata Power, an integrated power company, and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) coinciding with the ongoing Climate Conference (COP29) at Baku, Azerbaijan. This deal evaluates financing for its several projects and to enhance India’s power infrastructure, and promote renewable and clean energy. The MoU outlines the evaluation of […] Read more
News In Brief Nov 21: ADB, Solomon Islands & Tonga Sign Agreements, Scatec, Biden-Harris Administration Awards Updated On Thu, Nov 21st, 2024 by Saurenergy ADB, Solomon Islands, Tonga Sign Agreements for Sustainable Energy Transition Projects at COP29 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the governments of Solomon Islands and Tonga have signed grant and loan agreements for energy projects on the sidelines of COP29. The ADB-supported projects will help the Pacific countries to transition from dependency on diesel fuel […] Read more
ADB Approves $434.25 Mn Loan To Setup Solar Facility In Assam Updated On Fri, Oct 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently approved a $434.25 million loan to increase renewable energy capacity and improve energy security in the state of Assam, India. “Addressing the renewable energy capacity shortage in Assam is crucial to meet growing demand and reduce dependency on fossil fuels,” said ADB Principal Energy Specialist Jiwan Acharya. “This project […] Read more
Vivriti Capital Gets $25 Mn From ADB For Climate Finance Projects Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently shared its plans to invest $25 million in a certified climate bond issue by Vivriti Capital Limited (VCL). This bond is being certified by the Climate Bonds Initiative to enhance access to climate finance for financially underserved enterprises, including micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), mid-market corporates, and retail […] Read more
JBM, ADB Ink Rs 3.6bn Pact To Bring E-Buses To Haryana, Odisha Updated On Tue, Sep 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the JBM Group recently signed a Rs 3.6 billion (about $43.2 million) non-convertible debenture loan to expand access to electric buses in Haryana and Odisha. The loan will support the procurement of up to 650 electric buses and fund the cost of operations, maintenance, and deployment of depots and […] Read more
EESL, ADB Come Together To Train New Women EV Drivers Updated On Fri, Aug 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture of public sector undertakings under the Ministry of Power announced the successful completion of the training program of more than 200 women drivers who have been equipped with professional driving skills in the passenger transport and the logistic sector. This also included specialized training on driving electric […] Read more
ADB To Support Electric Transport Connectivity For Nagpur Metro Updated On Wed, Jul 24th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan to expand metro rail corridors and improve transport connectivity in Nagpur, India. This includes its support for boosting the electric mobility to ensure connectivity to the metro stations in the city in Maharashtra. “ADB will support the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha Metro) […] Read more
ADB Approves Support for Rooftop Solar Systems in India Updated On Wed, Jul 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $240.5 million in loans to finance rooftop solar systems in India that will help the government expand energy access using renewable energy. The financing will support tranches 2 and 3 of the Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) Solar Rooftop Investment Program approved by ADB in 2016. The program was restructured in […] Read more
