Government Apathy a Bottleneck for Solar Energy Push Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The delays haven’t gone down well with the prosumers (consumer and producer of solar power), who after investing their money on installing solar panels and getting all the paperwork done, are upset at seeing their installations lie idle. The cabinet had approved the state solar policy last year. The onus is on the government to […] Read more
MNRE Announces RPO Compliance Unit Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The RPO Compliance Cell will coordinate with states, Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) and SERCs on all things related to the RPO. It will oversee monthly reports on RPO compliance, coordinate periodic reporting, and act on non-compliance with the appropriate authorities. To improve enforcement of key policies for clean energy deployment in the country, Ministry […] Read more
Consumers, Integrators Seek Single-window for Solar Power Projects in Goa Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The integrators were attending the Goa Conference’s second edition on Solar Energy in Panaji, the capital of Goa. They vigorously questioned the role of the electricity department and the GEDA. To deal with all grid-connected solar power projects, Integrators and consumers of solar power systems have appealed for a single window system for smooth installations. […] Read more
Adequacy of Transmission Infrastructure Critical, Says ICRA Updated On Fri, May 25th, 2018 by Saurenergy “The notified regulations are positive for developers in the renewable energy sector, as they provide clarity on the procedure and timelines for securing approval for connectivity from the central transmission utility.” In a positive move for developers the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CREC) has put out new set of norms on inter-state transmission system (ISTS) for renewable […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Sujoy Ghosh, Country Head, First Solar, India Updated On Fri, May 25th, 2018 by Saurenergy Q. Higher Energy Yield. Lower LCOE. Superior Return – This is your mantra for Series 6 Modules. Can you please justify the above statement in detail? The First Solar Series 6 module leverages the same proven semi-conductor (CdTe) and the manufacturing process, with a larger form factor. The module size is 1.2X 2 Mtrs with […] Read more
Risen Energy Kicks off 121 MW Yarranlea Solar Proj Construction in Australia Updated On Thu, May 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy The construction is scheduled to be completed at the earliest by the end of March of next year. Chinese PV module producer Risen Energy has officially started the construction of the 121 MW Yarranlea solar farm project this month. In February, the company has acquired 100% stake in the project which is located 50 km […] Read more
Conti Solar Kicks off Construction of Largest Landfill Solar Project in Ohio Updated On Wed, May 23rd, 2018 by Saurenergy After completion, the project will provide over 5,000,000 kilowatt hours of clean solar electricity to county-owned facilities annually. Solar EPC company Conti Solar has kicked off construction on the 4 MW largest landfill solar project in Ohio. The project is located in Cuyahoga County and is owned and operated by IGS Solar one of the largest independent […] Read more
Greenlight Planet Wins the Economic Times Most Promising Brand 2018 Updated On Wed, May 23rd, 2018 by Saurenergy R to L: Dhaval Radia (Global Business Leader) and Divya Arya (Marketing Leader, Asia) receiving the Economic Times Most Promising Brand 2018 Award on behalf of team Greenlight Planet Greenlight Planet has been recognised by Economic Times as the “Most Promising brand 2018” at a ceremony held on Friday, the 23rd of March 2018. The […] Read more
Azure Power Reaches New Milestone; Crosses 2 GW Solar Portfolio Updated On Tue, May 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy As per the tender terms, the company will sign a 25 year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Mahagenco at a tariff of Rs 3.07 (~US 4.7 cents) per kWh. Yet adding another feather in the cap, Indian solar power producer, Azure Power, has enhanced its portfolio by crossing the 2 GW milestone by winning four […] Read more