Octopus Australia To Develop 1 GW Wind Farm, Acquires Land For Project Updated On Thu, Jun 6th, 2024 by Saurenergy UK-based Wind Energy firm subsidiary, Octopus Australia has announced the successful acquisition of an additional 28,000 hectares of land near Deniliquin, NSW, for the development of the new 1GW Merino Wind Farm. This land is adjacent to the 400MW Saltbush Wind Farm also owned by Octopus. According to Octopus, with this latest acquisition, the company […] Read more
US Invests $ 9.5 Mn To Study Social Dynamics Of Siting Solar Project Updated On Wed, Jun 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The US Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced an investment of $9.5 million for four new projects. This study was undertaken to examine the ways that siting practices can influence public attitudes toward and permitting of large-scale solar facilities. The research is expected to generate actionable insights that improve outcomes for host communities. It particularly […] Read more
BGFA, Nuru SASU Collaborate To Scale-Up Mini-Grid Deployment In Congo Updated On Tue, Jun 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy Beyond the Grid Fund for Africa (BGFA) and a company based in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), signed a new agreement, to establish a new mini-grid, which is expected to provide access to clean energy in the northeastern part of the country. This project is expected to provide access to electricity for residential, […] Read more
Sunniest Countries Failed To Tap Solar Power: EMBER Updated On Mon, Jun 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Solar capacity additions surged 74% in 2023, reaching a record 346 GW annual additions, according to a report by EMBER. The EMBER research showed that “Globally, only 14% of solar capacity was installed as of 2023 (204 GW) was in markets with solar insolation above the global average. Other countries such as, Japan saw 13 […] Read more
Why Battery Makers In EU Are Shifting Their Base To The US? Updated On Mon, Jun 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Several European Union (EU) battery manufacturing companies are now shifting their interests to the United States (US). Better tax credits benefits and pro-renewable policies of the western country seem to have attracted several of them to look towards the US for better returns. A recent report by a global energy think tank Rystad Energy indicated […] Read more
5 Interesting Green Ventures That Have the US’s DOE Backing Them Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy There’s a lot of promising green energy startups and concepts out there that end up getting shuttered because of a lack of funding. Whether the lack is because they failed to raise publicity or their ideas being too ahead for their time, there are a multitude of reasons as to why a perfectly good idea […] Read more
India’s EV Sector: OEMs Lead 70% of Deals In 2023, Says Report Updated On Wed, May 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy According to a report by Bain and Company and Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association, EV penetration in private equity and venture capital (PE-VC) is projected to rise from 6% in 2023 to 40% by 2030. The report highlighted that 2023 followed the trend observed in the second half of 2022, with a reduction in […] Read more
Australia Releases New Policy To Augment Battery Production Updated On Mon, May 27th, 2024 by Saurenergy Australia is currently positioned as one of the 15 top-ranked global leaders in mineral resources, and commodities, underscoring its potential to drive innovation and economic growth. Recognizing this, Australia has embarked on a transformative journey with its National Battery Strategy, a pivotal initiative to catalyze a robust domestic battery industry. This new strategy according to […] Read more
Reskilling Essential To Assist Transitioning Traditional Roles To Sustainability-Focused Positions Updated On Fri, May 24th, 2024 by Saurenergy There has been a significant surge in the demand for sustainability roles across various industries. From renewable energy engineers to sustainability managers, companies are actively seeking professionals with expertise in environmental conservation and sustainable practices. This trend not only reflects a growing awareness of environmental issues but also underscores the importance of integrating sustainability into business operations. […] Read more
