IFC Invests $400Mn To Support Bajaj Finance Climate Fundraising Updated On Thu, Nov 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank’s private sector focused entity that offers investment, advisory, and asset-management services recently partnered with NBFC Bajaj Finance Limited (BFL) to invest $400 million. This is part of a $1 billion fundraising initiative by BFL. BFL raised IFC’s $400 million loan to expand financing options for customers buying […] Read more
More Actions Needed To Achieve Net-Zero Targets: Wood Mackenzie Updated On Wed, Oct 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy A string of global shocks has likely put 2030 emissions reduction targets out of reach. But with decisive action, there is still time to reach net zero emissions by 2050, according to Wood Mackenzie’s Energy Transition Outlook report, an assessment of the global journey towards a lower-carbon future. The new report analyses four different pathways […] Read more
EESL Opens Bids For 1 GW of DCR-Compliant Solar Modules Updated On Wed, Oct 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) , an energy saving company, in its latest tender sought bids for 1 GW solar module from bidders which have a rate contract for supply of ~1,000 MWp domestic content requirement (DCR) compliant crystalline 540 Wp and above Solar PV Modules across India. This is a rate contract for 6 […] Read more
Tata Steel Using Multiple Options To Boost Use Of RE: Probal Ghosh Updated On Tue, Oct 15th, 2024 by Saurenergy 1. What are the major works you are doing towards shifting to renewable energy for your operations? Integrated Steel plants are power intensive and require huge quantum of power. Currently, the standard BF-BOF route of making steel is in operation and the by-product gases generated in the process are utilised for meeting many heating purposes […] Read more
Q2 Results: IREDA Reports 36% Jump In Net Profits Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) has announced its financial results for the second quarter (Q2) of FY25, showing growth in both revenue and net profits on a quarterly and annual basis. The company reported total revenue of Rs 1,629.54 crore in Q2 FY25, compared to Rs 1,510.27 crore in Q1 FY25 and […] Read more
IFC Partners, Axis Bank Partner To Provide $500 Mn Loan In India Updated On Tue, Oct 8th, 2024 by Saurenergy The International Finance Corporation (IFC), is making its first blue investment in India in partnership with Axis Bank. IFC entered this partnership with the private sector banks in India to provide a $500 million loan. This initiative also supports the company’s plan to develop a blue finance market and scale up financing of green projects […] Read more
Two Point O Capital Raises $6.3 Million From Omnivore, Others Updated On Fri, Sep 27th, 2024 by Saurenergy Two Point O Capital, a climate financing platform for businesses (including MSMEs and rural enterprises), announced today that it has raised $6.3 million in Seed funding. VC fund Omnivore led the round with participation from Multiply Ventures, RTP Global, GrowX, Spectrum Impact, and a group of angel funders. Two Point O aims to address the […] Read more
MERC Declines To Give Relief To EESL Over ‘Change of Law’ Claim Updated On Wed, Sep 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) in its latest order declined any relief to the Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL). The case was related to the petition of the government entity, seeking compensation of Rs 27 crore. EESL sought this amount due to the rise of taxations on solar equipment during the developmental phase of […] Read more
APERC Releases Draft To Streamline Deviation Settlement Mechanism Updated On Thu, Sep 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) recently released a draft notification to incentivize consumers to amend their electricity consumption patterns. This draft aims to reform both the timing and level of electricity demand to help consumers use electricity more efficiently. “Andhra Pradesh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Demand Side Management) Regulation, 2024”, aims to manage […] Read more