Global Push For Lithium Intensifies To Meet Surging EV Demand: IRENA Updated On Thu, Oct 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy Critical minerals, especially lithium, have become key components in meeting the growing demand for electric vehicles (EV). These elements are essential to support the booming electric vehicle industry. Apart from lithium, which has witnessed a surge in demand, there has also been increased demand for other critical minerals like cobalt, graphite, and nickel, according to […] Read more
Servotech Signs Pact With Ensmart To Boost EV Charging Biz In UK Updated On Wed, Oct 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy Indian Electric Vehicle (EV) charger maker Servotech Power Systems and UK-based Ensmart Power, working in critical power, solar, and energy storage systems, has signed a sole distribution agreement to expand their EV charger distribution network across the UK and beyond, including North America. This agreement aims to capitalize on the rapid growth of electric vehicle […] Read more
Record-Breaking 1.7 Million EVs Sold Globally In Sept: Report Updated On Tue, Oct 15th, 2024 by Saurenergy A record-breaking 1.7 million EVs were sold globally over the month of September, announced research-house Rho Motion, today. September overtook the previous record set in December 2023 by 150,000. The Chinese market beat their previous record set in August by 90,000 vehicles, to reach 1.1 million units sold in September 2024. Overall, 11.5 million EVs […] Read more
Exide Industries Invests Rs.100 Cr For Bengaluru’s Lithium-ion Plant Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy Kolkata-based battery manufacturing company Exide Industries Limited recently announced infusion of about ₹100 crores into its subsidiary, Exide Energy Solutions Limited (EESL), to manufacture and sell lithium-ion battery cells, modules, and packs. The company has made a total investment of ₹2,852.24 crore. The equity investment in EESL, on a rights basis, aims to fund this […] Read more
Anant Badjatya Becomes CEO Of SUN Mobility-IOCL JV Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy SUN Mobility-IOCL recently appointed Anant Badjatya as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its newly formed joint venture, Indofast Swap Energy Pvt. Ltd. Anant Badjatya, former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – SUN Mobility, has taken the reins of Indofast with immediate effect. This step follows the deal signed by IOCL and SUN Mobility in […] Read more
LMFP Batteries That Could Increase EV Range By Upto 20% Claimed Updated On Tue, Oct 8th, 2024 by Saurenergy UK-based Integrals power claims it has made a breakthrough in Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cathode active materials for battery cells. Applying its propriety materials technology and patented manufacturing process, the company says it has overcome the drop in specific capacity compared that typically occurs as the percentage of manganese in increased. The result is […] Read more
Govt Extends EV Charging Norms For Battery Swapping Centers Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) in its latest notification extended several norms, meant for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations for Battery Swapping Stations (BSS) and Battery Swapping Charging Stations (BCS). This notification comes at a time when the government and several battery swapping companies are working to boost this alternative means of refueling EVs. The […] Read more
REC Steps Up On Green Financing With 37.3% Growth In Renewable Energy Funding Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy REC Limited, a maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Power and a leading NBFC, has disbursed loans worth ₹90,955 crore, up 20.10% year-on-year for the half year ended September 30, 2024. The quantum of renewable energy loans grew 92.68% year-on-year to ₹11,297 crore. Notably, the firm raised the largest ever tranche of green binds from […] Read more
ZEVO Secures $2 Million In Pre-Series A Funding Updated On Thu, Oct 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy ZEVO, a powerhouse tech-enabled Electric Vehicle (EV) mobility platform, has successfully raised $2 million in a Pre-Series A funding round. The investment was led by Pegasus India Fund, BizDateUp, JIIF and a family office. The newly acquired funds will be utilized to deploy 5,000 electric vehicles and develop fulfilment centres across key locations. “This initiative […] Read more
