MNRE Guidelines For Off-grid Solar Power Plants in RESCO Mode Updated On Wed, Jul 22nd, 2020 by Saurenergy The Ministry for New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has finally issued the guidelines for the implementation of off-grid solar power packs/ plants installed in RESCO mode and through model PPA. The newly issued guidelines follow the ministry’s order in April last year that extended Off-grid and Decentralized Solar PV Applications Programme –Phase III till March 31, […] Read more
Solar Installations in Q1 2020 Slowed Down in India, China and US: Report Updated On Mon, Jul 20th, 2020 by Saurenergy According to a new report, Q1 of 2020 has been a particularly lousy installation period for solar panels with just 15.8 GW getting installed. According to a new report, quarter 1 (Q1) of 2020 has been a particularly lousy installation period for solar panels with only one quarter in the past 9, being lower with […] Read more
Hitachi ABB Power Grids Launches ‘Grid-eMotion’ EV Charging System Updated On Thu, Jul 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy Hitachi ABB Power Grids has launched its new grid-to-plug EV charging system – Grid-eMotion Fleet, that delivers a step-change approach for public transport and commercial operators. Hitachi ABB Power Grids has launched its new grid-to-plug EV charging system – Grid-eMotion Fleet, that delivers a step-change approach for public transport and commercial operators. The smart mobility […] Read more
Sunrun to Acquire Vivint Solar for Enterprise Value of $3.2 Billion Updated On Tue, Jul 7th, 2020 by Saurenergy Sunrun and Vivint Solar have entered into a definitive agreement under which Sunrun will acquire Vivint Solar in an all-stock transaction Sunrun, a leading provider of residential solar, battery storage and energy services, and Vivint Solar, a leading full-service residential solar provider in the United States, have announced that the companies have entered into a […] Read more
The Case for Mini Grids Stronger Than Ever, Says Global Report Updated On Thu, Jul 2nd, 2020 by Saurenergy A new report launched yesterday (July 1), State of The Global Mini-Grids Market Report 2020 has delved deeply into the present, potential, and obstacles to further growth of mini-grids around the world. For its research and conclusions, the report focused on mini-grids in Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and small island nations. Created for the Mini Grids […] Read more
Let’s Make India The Recycling Hub Of The World: Rajat Verma Updated On Wed, Jul 1st, 2020 by Saurenergy As India takes slow and steady steps towards e-mobility, the big opportunity you won’t hear about is recycling of batteries. Especially critical considering the high cost of Lithium-Ion batteries, and the sourcing risk for raw materials. Enter Rajat Verma, Founder at Lohum Cleantech. The firm is into manufacturing of 1st and 2nd life battery packs […] Read more
Vivint Solar Closes $300 Mn of new Tax Equity Commitments Updated On Tue, Jun 30th, 2020 by Saurenergy Vivint Solar has secured USD 300 million in new equity financing commitments from two repeat investors to support the growth of its residential solar business. Vivint Solar, a leading full-service residential solar provider, has announced it has secured USD 300 million in new tax equity financing commitments from two repeat investors to support the growth of Vivint […] Read more
State, Central Level Policymakers Should Work Together to Set Standardized Guidelines Updated On Thu, Jun 25th, 2020 by Saurenergy Although India does have a goal of renewable energy of 450 GW by 2030, it is not clear how this will be achieved in each state and what resources will make up the new energy mix at that time. By enabling a structure, it will allow Discoms across the country to prepare for this increase […] Read more
AutoGrid’s Flex Platform Helps Sunrun to manage its Residential Batteries’ Fleet Updated On Thu, Jun 25th, 2020 by Saurenergy AutoGrid, a leading flexibility management software provider, has entered into a partnership with Sunrun to provide AutoGrid Flex™ Virtual Power Plant (VPP) software to help manage the latter’s growing fleet of residential batteries across the United States. Sunrun, founded in 2007, is one of the leading home solar, battery storage, and energy services company. Further, […] Read more