Chennai-Based Lucas TVS Plans 10 GWh Battery Gigafactory in Tamil Nadu Updated On Fri, Sep 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy Lucas TVS, the Chennai-based auto components major that is part of the TVS group has signed an agreement with 24M’s advanced ‘SemiSolid’ electrode technology. 24M has built its reputation on the promise of a lithium-ion battery manufacturing process that is more modular, efficient and low cost. Spun out of MIT, it already has partnerships with […] Read more
NIWE Issues EOI for 1 MW Rooftop Solar PV Plant in Chennai Updated On Mon, Feb 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy NIWE on behalf of CMWSSB has issued an EOI for setting up of a 1 MW rooftop solar plant on the underground tank at Chembarambakkam WTP in Chennai. The National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) on behalf of the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI), inviting […] Read more
Tamil Nadu Launches 1st Electric Bus in Chennai on Trial Updated On Tue, Aug 27th, 2019 by Saurenergy Tamil Nadu government has unveiled an electric bus that will be operated on a trial basis on specific routes through Chennai As part of measures to keep a check on the rising air pollution levels, the Tamil Nadu government has unveiled a battery-powered electric air-conditioned bus that would be operated on a trial basis on […] Read more
Ather Energy Begins Deployment of Fast Charging Network in Chennai Updated On Fri, May 17th, 2019 by Saurenergy The fast charging network can be used by all electric two-wheelers and four-wheelers and this facility is being offered free of charge till the end of the year by the Bangaluru startup. Ather Energy has announced the installation of their fast-charging network, Ather Grid in Chennai. The city will see 50 – 55 such points […] Read more
Ather Energy Announces Entry Into Chennai in June Updated On Wed, Apr 24th, 2019 by Saurenergy Today Ather Energy announced its plan to enter the Indian Auto Hub- Chennai, in June. Chennai became the second city where Ather is expanding after its successful commercial launch in Bengaluru in 2018. Entering the phase of rapid expansion Ather has announced its entry in the auto hub of the country Chennai. The EV firm […] Read more
Chennai Metro Commissions Two New Solar Power Plants Updated On Sat, Apr 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy Chennai Metro Rail Ltd. (CMRL) has commissioned two rooftop solar power plants at the Naganallur and Meenambakkam stations on its metro line. The two solar plants worth a combined capacity of 428 kWp have been installed on the roofs of the two stations and the electricity generated will be used to meet the day-to-day power […] Read more
Govt to Launch Technology Centres on Solar Energy in Chennai Updated On Fri, Jan 25th, 2019 by Saurenergy The DST-IITM Solar Energy Harnessing Centre will focus on a wide range of research and technology development activities such as silicon solar cells that promise high efficiency and are suited for Indian conditions. The Department of Science and Technology is launching three technology centres in Chennai. The three centres will be located at the Indian […] Read more
Chennai Corporation’s Buildings to go Solar Under the Smart City Project Updated On Fri, Nov 30th, 2018 by Saurenergy Working under the smart city initiative, government offices, schools, and hospitals under the Corporation will generate a total of 3.06 MW of electricity. Moving towards a sustainable future, Greater Chennai Corporation is going to provide electricity for 662 buildings under its ambit with the use of solar power. Working under the smart city initiative, government […] Read more
