By 2019 we will be in a position to deliver modules with 18.6% efficiency: Sujoy Ghosh, Country Head, First Solar, India Updated On Sat, Jun 25th, 2016 by Saurenergy First Solar is one of the leading global providers of comprehensive photovoltaic (PV) solar systems. The company’s integrated power plant solutions deliver an economically attractive alternative to fossil-fuel electricity generation today. In an interview with Sujoy Ghosh, Country Head, First Solar, India shares his views on the various initiatives taken by the Government and company’s […] Read more
Con Edison, SunPower partners on 4MWh solar + battery storage project in New York Updated On Thu, Jun 16th, 2016 by Saurenergy Con Edison and SunPower has partnered on a pilot project to offer solar power systems with battery storage to more than 300 New York homeowners. Hundreds of homes with solar power and battery storage will provide the utility with a cost-effective and innovative “virtual power plant,” and homeowners with a backup system in case of […] Read more
Researchers develop innovative solar absorber that can harness more sunlight Updated On Fri, Jun 10th, 2016 by Saurenergy Researchers have discovered a novel way to significantly increase the amount of sunlight that a solar absorber can convert into heat. By converting solar energy into heat, the solar absorber can help make sustainable technologies that rely on solar heat more efficient and affordable. The team’s novel fabrication technique involves patterning a solar absorber with […] Read more
Smart Modules to reign the Solar Dynasty – Is India on the Edge? Updated On Fri, May 20th, 2016 by Saurenergy Solar Energy is no more a technology of words-selling, in recent times it has driven the power and related technology market delivering power access to millions of alternative exigency. Though, hinder of shaded areas and slender rooftop spaces have back-footed many potential buyers to turn into the solar evolution. To answer all the glitches, smart […] Read more
How micro-converters and power optimizers help solar panels make hay when the sun doesn’t shine Updated On Fri, May 20th, 2016 by Saurenergy Everybody wants to get maximum benefit out of their purchase. And the want applies only too well for solar panels. Producing electricity using unconventional sources like sun, wind, geothermal or biogas hasn’t been an easy task. Apart from innovating on surface materials that converts these kinds of sources into electric current, there’s a host of […] Read more
SolarCity introduces new set of services for utility and grid operators Updated On Fri, May 6th, 2016 by Saurenergy SolarCity on Thursday introduced a new set of services for utility and grid operators. The new services include installation, financing, and consultation for utility-scale solar and energy storage resource development, beside advanced controls for demand response, distributed energy resources, and aggregated grid services. This move signifies a broadening of SolarCity offerings and strategic orientation. SolarCity launched […] Read more
Infineon introduces 1200 V Silicon Carbide MOSFET technology Updated On Thu, May 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy Infineon Technologies has introduced a 1200 V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET technology for exceptional efficiency and performance in power conversion. The company in a statement said its CoolSiC MOSFETs offer a new degree of flexibility for increasing efficiency and frequency and help developers of power conversion schemes to save space and weight, reduce cooling requirements, […] Read more
Fullerene-free Polymer solar cells manufactured using low-cost printing technology sets a new world record Updated On Wed, Apr 20th, 2016 by Saurenergy Researchers at Linköping University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have developed cheaper and more reliable polymer solar cells. In recent years, polymer solar cells have emerged as a low cost alternative to silicon solar cells. In order to obtain high efficiency, fullerenes are usually required in polymer solar cells to separate charge carriers. […] Read more
India’s Solar Initiative seems already Sunny Updated On Tue, Mar 8th, 2016 by Saurenergy India is a home for around 300 million people living with sporadic electricity and also a country which receives the most amount of sunlight in a year. Hence it is said that the solar energy available in the country surpasses the possible energy output of all fossil fuels energy reserves. Solar is the only viable […] Read more
