EU 2030 Net-Zero Targets Out Of Reach As Investments Plunge Updated On Mon, Jun 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy The European Union (EU) is set to fall far behind its energy transition targets for renewable energy, clean technology capacity, and domestic supply chain investments, according to Rystad Energy research and modeling. The bloc’s capital investments (capex) in clean technologies – including renewables, carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), hydrogen, batteries, and nuclear – totaled […] Read more
Green Financing A Boon For Clean Transmission Projects: Sharib Razi Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy What are the challenges faced by the grid, when it comes to a higher share of renewable energy? Razi: There are two major challenges with increasing share of renewables in the grid. Firstly, due to the intermittent nature of renewable energy, the peak generation of solar or wind does not coincide with the peak load […] Read more
Climate Risk for Renewable Energy Projects & Parametric Insurance Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy Amidst the global conversation on climate change, the renewable energy sector finds itself at a critical juncture. As we grapple with shifting weather patterns and rising temperatures, the sector faces significant challenges in maintaining its infrastructure and ensuring operational efficiency. Research suggests a 12% reduction in wind turbine capacity by the century’s end, and a […] Read more
US Releases New Rule To Incentivise Clean Energy Production Under IRA Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy The US Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed guidance on the Clean Electricity Production Credit and Clean Electricity Investment Credit under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This guideline was established by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), to provide clarity to developers of clean electricity projects. This guidance is expected […] Read more
Expediting Clean Energy Transition Improves Living Standards: IEA Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy Transitions to clean energy are affecting the cost of living the world over. According to a new report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), speeding up the move to clean energy technologies improves the affordability of energy and can relieve pressures on the cost of living more broadly The IEA report, Strategies for Affordable and […] Read more
News Brief May 29 – ib vogt, Gransolar Group, Recurrent Energy Updated On Wed, May 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy ib vogt completes 40 MWp solar power project in Poland International solar developer ib vogt has reached PAC (Provisional Acceptance Certification) for a 40 MWp solar PV project in Ziębice, Poland. The project has been delivering clean solar energy to the grid since December 2023 and passed all testing and requirements to commence full operation […] Read more
India’s Solar Energy Sector And Opportunities for Startups and Entrepreneurs Updated On Tue, May 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy India’s solar energy sector is experiencing a remarkable transformation, creating abundant opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs. With the government’s ambitious targets and supportive policies, this sector is becoming a hotspot for innovation and investment. Growing Solar Capacity India aims to achieve 300 GW of solar capacity by 2030, a significant leap from its current capacity […] Read more
Iron Air Battery Maker Form Energy Might Have a Solution For Steel Emissions Updated On Tue, May 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy De-carbonization is one of the key goals of the green movement and has been one of the toughest challenges to solve for the past few decades. And it looks like it’s been solved. In a completely accidental find, Form Energy, a green battery company discovered a solution to cleaning up the iron and steel industry. […] Read more
Top 5 Reasons Why the US is Poised To Make An Impact in Energy Storage Updated On Thu, May 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy In the race towards a sustainable future, battery technology is emerging as a critical component. Batteries are vital for the renewable energy revolution, essential for the functioning of electric vehicles (EVs), and pivotal for energy storage systems that stabilize power grids. For years, China has held a dominant position in the global battery market, but […] Read more