New Jersey Moves to Phasing Out Solar Subsidies Updated On Fri, Dec 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy At New Jersey’s Board of Public Utilities’ board meeting, the Board adopted a rule beginning the process of phasing out the current program. The state of New Jersey in the USA is planning to reduce the financial burden by reducing the subsidies given for the development of solar power. The Solar Renewable Energy Certificate program […] Read more
IOCL Inaugurates First Fully Solar Powered Fuel Outlet in Kerala Updated On Fri, Dec 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy Chairman of IOC, who inaugurated the outlet also mentioned that Kerala is the first state in which all IOCL owned fuel outlets are fully automated. Taking steps towards a sustainable future, Indian Oil Corporation recently inaugurated India’s first 24×7 solar-powered fuel retail outlet in Kochi, Kerala. Sanjiv Singh, Chairman of IOC, who inaugurated the outlet […] Read more
Jordan Earmarks Land for 100 MW Solar Plant Updated On Thu, Dec 27th, 2018 by Saurenergy The project will not only reduce the dependence on fossil fuels, but will also result in reduced power cost from small-and medium-sized industries. The Jordanian government recently announced designating land in east Amman for establishing a 100-megawatt (MW) solar power project to support the renewable energy sector. Energy Minister Hala Zawati mentioned that the land […] Read more
KERC Sets New Generic Tariff for Solar Rooftop Projects Updated On Thu, Dec 27th, 2018 by Saurenergy The generic tariff without capital subsidy is set at Rs 4.15 and Rs 3.08 with capital subsidy and will be applicable on PPAs signed after December 19, 2018. The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission in its latest order has set the generic tariff for grid connected solar rooftop units which are installed by domestic users in […] Read more
Solar Panels Installed Over Jan Shatabdi Express’s Roof Updated On Wed, Dec 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy Solar panels have been installed atop six coaches of Jan Shatabdi Express which runs between Coimbatore and Mayiladuthurai. In order to combat climate change and reduce the consumption of fossil fuels, the Salem Division of the Southern Railway has turned towards solar energy to fulfill its energy needs. Solar panels have been installed atop six […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Vishal Amin, Director (Solar Division), Lubi Electronics Updated On Wed, Dec 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy Q. Please tell us something about Lubi Solar including the vision behind its formation and its current role in the market. Lubi Solar is a division of Lubi Industries, a premier name in pumping industry. We at LUBI believe in the concept of continuous improvement by adopting new and progressive technology in our existing products […] Read more
Chandigarh’s 15 MW solar project delayed Updated On Wed, Dec 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The Chandigarh Renewal Energy, Science and Technology Promotion Society (Crest) was planning to set up 15 MW solar plant. Chandigarh’s biggest solar plant project in Sector 39 for 15 MW capacity has been delayed because of the upgradation work being carried out. The Chandigarh Renewal Energy, Science and Technology Promotion Society (Crest) was planning to […] Read more
Telangana Governor Bats for Solar Energy Updated On Sat, Dec 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy He was speaking at the Telangana State Energy Conservation Awards – 2018 where he also mentioned that cost of solar panels have dramatically come down. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Governor ESL Narsimhan has suggested that Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) should make it mandatory for multi -storied residential and commercial complexes in the city to […] Read more
Foreign Players Win Big in Gujarat Solar Park Auction Updated On Sat, Dec 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy The previous auction conducted by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam in September for 500 MW saw a winning tariff of Rs 2.44 per unit. International solar developers have stood out and won the entire 700 MW capacity of the solar auction conducted by the Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL). SB Energy which is backed by […] Read more