Poor implementation of net-metering policies poses a major challenge for rooftop solar Updated On Mon, Nov 7th, 2016 by Saurenergy India’s rooftop solar market has been growing rapidly with the country adding more capacity in the past 12 months than all previous years put together. However, grid interconnection regulations and processes remain challenging in most parts of the country despite almost all states announcing net- and/or gross-metering policies for rooftop solar. According to survey of […] Read more
Fronius new smart meters facilitates in dynamic feed-in management and energy consumption monitoring Updated On Mon, Nov 7th, 2016 by Saurenergy String inverter manufacturer Fronius has launched a new accessory for their inverters. The Fronius Smart Meter offers a solution for dynamic feed-in management and energy consumption monitoring. An increasing number of grid operators set feed-in limits for grid-connected solar systems. With the Fronius Smart Meter and the inverter’s dynamic power reduction feature, Fronius is now […] Read more
West Bengal to release renewable energy regulations for housing complexes Updated On Mon, Nov 7th, 2016 by Saurenergy West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) is expected to unveil renewable energy regulations in a fortnight, paving the way for households and housing complexes to install solar rooftop panels and connect the same with the grid. WBERC Chairman R N Sen said, “We are trying to release the renewable energy regulations in the next 15 […] Read more
In conversation with Ganges Internationale on Solar Tracker System Updated On Sat, Nov 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy How important are trackers for solar installations in India? Solar trackers helps in maximizing energy production by providing 15-20% additional power, hence helps in improving the LCOE of Solar Plants. It generate more electricity in roughly the same amount of space needed for fixed tilt systems, making them ideal for optimizing land usage. In India, […] Read more
Dr. Gundu Sabde, CMD RelyOn Solar Pvt. Ltd Updated On Sat, Nov 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy RelyOn Solar was founded in April 2010 by Dr. Gundu Sabde with a strong belief that solar energy is going to be alternative to fossil fuels especially in Indian circumstances. The company focuses on off-grid and power plant applications. RelyOn Solar wants to bring energy independence to people where they would have their own power […] Read more
Atul Arya, Head Energy Systems Division – Panasonic India Updated On Sat, Nov 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy “We see a lot of potential in application of energy storage across Indian Railways.” The solar storage sector has emerged as a wakeful technology wherein it is echoing solar + storage as the next big thing. Amid, government recent helm to pilot MW projects with storage, this sector is rejigging the innovation-driven companies’ stimulus. To […] Read more
Ministry of Defence to make use of solar power compulsory Updated On Fri, Nov 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy The Defence estates department of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has planned to make off-grid solar power provisions mandatory for its large buildings. These provisions are likely to carry incentives in the form of rebates and space exemptions. The rule to install off-grid solar power will be applicable in the cantonment areas, implied by their […] Read more
UL issues first UL 9540 certification for home energy storage system to Enphase Energy Updated On Fri, Nov 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy UL has announced that it has issued the first UL 9540 certification for a complete home energy storage system to Enphase Energy. The system meets the latest National Electric Code 2017 requirements said the company in a statment. The new home energy storage system allows homeowners as well as commercial building owners to store energy […] Read more
Solar Parks in India: Scope, Status, Achievement, and Challenges Updated On Fri, Nov 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy India, with its large population and rapidly growing economy, needs access to clean, cheap and reliable sources of energy. The government with the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission has been promoting ecologically sustainable growth while addressing India’s energy security challenge. The Government of India’s ambitious plan to add 100 GW of solar capacity by 2022 […] Read more
