MNRE Leads from the Front to Push Solar Sector Updated On Sat, Feb 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy The latest move by MNRE should be seen at a time when India had failed to comply with a World Trade Organisation (WTO) ruling on solar power. The government of India, through its MNRE, seems to have woken up by issuing the latest amendments to accelerate the growth of the solar photovoltaic sector. The recent […] Read more
Six Flags Entertainment to Create Largest Solar Carport in North America Updated On Sat, Feb 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy The company has also plans for a nearly 7-megawatt system at Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo. As part of its green initiative, the US-based theme park company, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is planning to boost solar capacity at two of its California parks, including Magic Mountain. Six Flags in partnership with JLL, a global professional services […] Read more
Statkraft Installs 5MW Solar Power Plant in Tamil Nadu Updated On Fri, Feb 23rd, 2018 by Saurenergy Statkraft BLP Solar Solutions earlier commissioned several roof-top and ground-mounted projects, including a 5MW open access solar plant in Tumkur District, Karnataka. Statkraft BLP Solar Solutions (SBSS), a leading renewable energy company in India has commissioned a 5MW ‘in-campus’ solar project at SRF’s manufacturing plant in Gummidipoondi in the state of Tamil Nadu. The solar […] Read more
First Solar to Build 200-Mwac Solar Project in Georgia Updated On Thu, Feb 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy First Solar was awarded the installation as part of a 525-MWac Request for Proposals for Georgia Power’s Renewable Energy Development Initiative (REDI). First Solar is set to proceed with development and construction of a 200-MWac photovoltaic solar power plant in Twiggs County, Georgia. First Solar was awarded the installation as part of a 525-MWac Request […] Read more
Perovskite Solar Cells Achieve New Efficiency Breakthrough Says Research Updated On Thu, Feb 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy A new study from researchers at the Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the University of Texas at Austin reveals information about how perovskite solar cells degrade, which could enable improvements in performance and durability. Highly efficient at converting sunlight to electricity, perovskite solar cells have emerged as a revolutionary new […] Read more
ReNew Power to Invest Rs 8k cr in UP to Set Up 1,200 MW Renewable Capacity Updated On Thu, Feb 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy The move will create 12,000 jobs in the state, including direct employment for 5,500 people and indirect employment for 6,500 people, to facilitate development of 1200 MW of renewable energy installed capacity in the state. ReNew Power Ventures has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Uttar Pradesh (UP) government to invest Rs 8,000 crore for 1,200 […] Read more
Altus Power Completes 648 kW Solar Project in the US Updated On Thu, Feb 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy The clean energy generated by these arrays will be consumed through Net Metering Credit Agreements between Altus and four local offtakers. Altus Power America and Reservoir Road Holdings recently combined efforts to develop two 648 kW DC ground-mounted solar systems in the United States. The two arrays are built over old gravel pits on Frontage […] Read more
Solar Home Lighting System Powers Rural India Updated On Wed, Feb 21st, 2018 by Saurenergy With no energy costs and often simple installation, more and more people particularly in rural areas are putting their faith into the solar revolution and switching to harness energy from the sun by using solar home lighting systems. Recent advancements in the technology helped millions of households to use solar home lighting devices. The Solar […] Read more
Telangana to Develop Solar Power Storage in Batteries Updated On Wed, Feb 21st, 2018 by Saurenergy Telangana is now planning to develop solar power storage with the help of battery assisted system. Surpassing all Indian states, Telangana has topped the country by achieving 3,250 MW solar power capacity, an official said. At present, Telangana is followed by Rajasthan with 2,250 MW, Andhra Pradesh with 2,045 MW and Gujarat with 1,715 MW […] Read more