Gujarat DISCOMs Fail to Meet Purchase Target for Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Jan 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy GUVNL DISCOMs fails to meet purchase target of renewable energy sources. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) affiliated four distribution companies (DISCOMs) fell short of purchasing required renewable energy in 2015-16 on account of low supply of power from wind and other renewable energy sources. Under the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO), a distribution company is […] Read more
DM Orders Village Panchayats to Install Solar Powered Lights in 129 Bareilly Booths: Report Updated On Tue, Jan 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy We have identified 129 polling booths which are yet to get an electric connection. At all such booths, we will keep a petromax lamp for illumination. Besides, village panchayats concerned have been directed to install solar powered lights at these polling booths District election officer and DM in Bareilly, Surendra Singh have asked village panchayats […] Read more
NEXTracker, CleanMax Partners Eyes Big at Indian Solar Tracker Market Updated On Mon, Jan 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy Extensive plans to foray into the Indian solar market, also partners with CleanMax for 30 MW grid-connected solar project Pinning the potential of trackers in the Indian solar industry, NEXTracker today shared a comprehensive overview on their current and future plans for India. The American single-axis major has also inked strategic partnership with CleanMax Solar […] Read more
Punjab Solar Power Firms Seek More Time for Setting up Units Updated On Mon, Jan 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy Punjab Solar Power Producers have sought extension of deadline for construction of solar plants. Solar power producers in Punjab have sought extension of deadline for setting up projects that will be eligible for exemption from transmission and wheeling charges. Punjab electricity regulator had in January last year approved the exemption for renewable energy projects set […] Read more
Solar Energy to Power Sambalpur University with 245kW Plant Updated On Mon, Jan 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy Rural Electrification Corporation Limited will fund the solar energy project at Sambalpur University The Sambalpur University has planned to set up a 245 KW solar energy project on its premises in its bid to move towards harnessing eco-friendly sources of energy. M Muthukumar, the registrar of the university, said: “The Rural Electrification Corporation Limited (REC), […] Read more
India as a solar power bright spot helps fill Japan, China slowdown Updated On Fri, Jan 20th, 2017 by Saurenergy India is expected to double up its solar power capacity outpacing once-booming Japan India may be a bright spot for global solar power markets this year as it adds capacity at a record pace, becoming one of the top regions for panel producers struggling with rock-bottom prices. India is expected to add nearly twice as […] Read more
Constellation, Mohave Electric Complete 13.8 Megawatt Solar Power Project Updated On Thu, Jan 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy The ground-mounted solar power system is located across 84 acres and fitted with single-axis tracking system that enables the system to remain at an optimal angle to the sun throughout the day Constellation, a subsidiary of Exelon Corporation and Mohave Electric has announced the completion of a 13.8MW (DC) solar power project in Fort Mohave, […] Read more
sPower Supplies 68.8 Megawatts of Solar Energy to Southern California Public Power Authority Updated On Thu, Jan 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy The sPower Antelope DSR 1 and 2 solar energy plants were constructed on roughly 440 acres in Lancaster, Calif. sPower has announced that its Antelope DSR 1 and 2 facilities are now providing 68.8MWdc (55MWac) solar energy to Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA). Both the facilities achieved commercial operations before the end of 2016. […] Read more
Ministry of Commerce & Industry releases Make in India New and Renewable Energy Sector – Achievement Report Updated On Thu, Jan 19th, 2017 by Saurenergy The New & Renewable Energy sector has witnessed the highest ever-solar power and wind power capacity addition over the last two years since April 2014. The Government has set a target of 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by end of 2022, making it the largest expansion in the world and providing plenty of opportunities […] Read more