Indian Wind Sector Prone To Cybersecurity Risks: NITI Aayog Report Updated On Thu, Jul 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy A recent report by NITI Aayog identified emerging concerns in cybersecurity for the Indian wind sector due to the import of components for the wind sector, particularly from China, by the Wind Turbine Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The report proposes a multi-pronged approach integrating policy interventions, manufacturing support, and robust cybersecurity measures. Given the increasing […] Read more
Impose Carbon Tax In India To Handle CBAM Issue: CSE Updated On Thu, Jul 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy A new report from New Delhi-based think tank Center for Science and Environment (CSE) said that the developing countries might consider imposing carbon tax and other measures on their own to tackle the issue of the European Union’s (EU) Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This comes at a time when the EU has planned to […] Read more
ADB Approves Support for Rooftop Solar Systems in India Updated On Wed, Jul 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $240.5 million in loans to finance rooftop solar systems in India that will help the government expand energy access using renewable energy. The financing will support tranches 2 and 3 of the Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) Solar Rooftop Investment Program approved by ADB in 2016. The program was restructured in […] Read more
Rajasthan Set To Bring Guidelines To Expedite PSP Growth Updated On Wed, Jul 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) in its latest order has allowed extension of time period for the state government authorities to frame guidelines for the growth of Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) in the state. The order came to the fore when RVUNL (Rajasthan Urja Vikas Nigam Limited) & IT Service Limited moved the State […] Read more
Hartek Secures 765kV Projects From PGCIL In Indore, Kurnool Updated On Wed, Jul 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy Hartek Group has secured multiple 765kV projects from the Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (PGCIL). The key orders include supplying and commissioning high-voltage transmission projects at Indore and Kurnool. These projects can help to enhance power system reliability and boost transmission capacity to power-deficit regions. With large power generation projects expected until 2030, these […] Read more
Global Floating Wind Industry Reached 270 GW In FY24: IRENA Updated On Tue, Jul 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy While still in its infancy, the global floating wind industry reached approximately 270 MW of operational capacity as of 2023. However, the international pipeline indicates a growing interest with 244 GW of new floating wind projects in development. The latest International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) report on offshore wind power highlights its high-capacity factors and […] Read more
July 16 News In Brief: SunCable’s 20 GW Project, TotalEnergies and SSE JV, Jinko’s 150 MW Deal Updated On Tue, Jul 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy TotalEnergies, SSE In JV For EV Charging In UK & Ireland TotalEnergies and SSE have signed a binding agreement to create a joint venture to establish a new major player in EV charging infrastructure in the UK and Ireland, under the brand “Source”. The new business will deploy in both countries up to 3000 high […] Read more
5 Key Points for India on the Road to 300 GW Solar by 2030 Updated On Tue, Jul 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy India missed its 2022 goal of achieving 100 GW of installed solar capacity. The fact that this target is still unmet highlights the need for significant efforts to overcome various challenges if the country is to realize its vast solar potential. This is even more important considering last year’s government resolution of adding 50 GW […] Read more
SolarPower Europe Sets Unified Cybersecurity Standards For PV Updated On Mon, Jul 15th, 2024 by Saurenergy Digitalization in the energy sector offers significant opportunities for Europe. It can enhance power plant efficiency and provide flexibility in managing decentralized energy resources. According to SolarPower Europe’s recent report, digital flexibility solutions could potentially save 32 billion EUR by 2030 and 160 billion EUR by 2040. The report aims to establish a unified cybersecurity […] Read more