Viability of Rs 2.36/Unit to Depend on Module Prices & Duty: ICRA Updated On Thu, Jul 9th, 2020 by Saurenergy The viability of the Rs 2.36/Unit tariffs are critically dependent on PV module prices and the proposed pass through on import duty, according to ICRA. The recently concluded tranche IX auction for inter-state transmission systems (ISTS) solar projects by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) yielded the lowest ever tariffs at Rs 2.36/unit, considerably […] Read more
NHDC Empaneling Module Manufacturers for its Solar Projects Updated On Wed, Jul 8th, 2020 by Saurenergy NHDC has issued a global tender for the empanelment of experienced and capable solar PV module manufacturers for the development of its solar power projects NHDC Limited, a JV company between NHPC Ltd and the Government of Himachal Pradesh, has issued a global tender for the empanelment of experienced and capable solar PV module manufacturers […] Read more
Top 10 Solar PV Module Suppliers in India for 2019 Updated On Wed, Jul 8th, 2020 by Saurenergy Here we take a look at the leading solar PV module supplier in India (utility-scale and rooftop projects) for the year 2019. Solar energy has become the leading resource for renewable energy expansion worldwide, and the case is similar in India. Where it now ranks ahead of wind energy, as the leading contributor to India’s […] Read more
New Battery Electrolyte That can Boost Performance of EVs Updated On Mon, Jul 6th, 2020 by Saurenergy A team of scientists has invented a new lithium-based electrolyte, that they show can pave the way for the next generation of battery-powered EVs A team of scientists at Stanford University has invented a new lithium-based electrolyte, that they show can pave the way for the next generation of battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs). In a study published […] Read more
India to add Only 60 GW RE Capacity by 2025: BTI Survey Updated On Fri, Jul 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy India is expected to add only 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in the next 5 years, according to a Renewable Energy CEO survey report 2020 by BTI. India is expected to add only 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in the next 5 years, according to a Renewable Energy CEO survey report 2020 by […] Read more
FICCI Makes the Case for Extending FAME-II by 2 Years Updated On Fri, Jul 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy FICCI has recommended various measures, including the continuation of the FAME-II scheme till 2025, to enhance the demand for electric vehicles in the country. The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) has recommended various measures, including the continuation of the FAME-II scheme till 2025, to enhance demand for electric vehicles in the country. The […] Read more
Understanding The Record Rs 2.36 Bid at SECI’s 2 GW auction. Just Covid 19? Updated On Wed, Jul 1st, 2020 by Saurenergy Shortly after we received news of the record low prices or SECI’s 2 GW ISTS tender, we checked with our sources at SECI on the reasons for the low bid. The short answer? ” We are equally surprised”. Solarpack corporacion of Spain was the surprise winner, with its bid at Rs 2.36 for 300 MW. […] Read more
PFC, REC may Restrict Funding for Projects Using Chinese Equipment Updated On Tue, Jun 30th, 2020 by Saurenergy The government’s economic response against China may see public-sector financiers like PFC, REC restricting funding of projects that use equipment from the country The government’s economic response against China may see public sector financiers restricting funding of projects that use equipment from the neighbouring country. The practice would first be adopted in the power sector, […] Read more
Xpeng Starts Delivery of its Intelligent EV Sports Sedan ‘P7’ Updated On Mon, Jun 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy Xpeng Motors has begun nation-wide delivery of its new P7 super-long range, high-performance, smart EV sports sedan to customers. Xpeng Motors, a leading Chinese electric vehicle and technology company, has announced that it has begun nation-wide delivery of its new P7 super-long range, high-performance, smart EV sports sedan to customers. This follows the receiving of […] Read more