Private Companies Appeal to Political Parties to Put Renewable Energy in Poll Manifestos Updated On Mon, Mar 18th, 2019 by Saurenergy A total of 160 private companies and NGOs have made an appeal to all political parties to include decentralised renewable energy solutions in their manifestos for the general elections. The appeal was signed by Panasonic India, Barefoot Power, CSIR-NEERI, Observer Research Foundation, Prayas Energy Group, and several others. The appeal was sent on behalf of […] Read more
Sungrow Launches New 1500V Energy Storage System Updated On Fri, Mar 15th, 2019 by Saurenergy This containerised solution integrates energy storage inverters, lithium-ion batteries and medium-voltage transformers, which significantly saves on initial investment and upcoming O&M costs. As a global leading inverter solution supplier for renewables, Sungrow is showcasing multiple solutions at the ongoing Energy Storage Europe exhibition. These solutions help plant owners utilise solar energy efficiently before and even after […] Read more
Vestas Helps Unlock Vietnamese Wind Energy Project Through Innovative Financing Structure Updated On Thu, Mar 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy The solution can – with some modifications – easily be applied to other developing/emerging wind energy markets. With emerging markets looking to renewable energy to fuel their growth, securing competitive financing solutions play a key role in ensuring projects achieve attractive financial returns. With challenges associated with project bankability, the cost of local lending, and […] Read more
GWEC, WBG to Work Together to Develop Global Offshore Wind Markets Updated On Thu, Mar 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy GWEC will coordinate with the World Bank’s Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on efforts to accelerate the uptake of offshore wind in emerging markets. Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and World Bank Group (WBG) is mulling to work together on efforts to develop offshore wind in emerging markets. […] Read more
Saudi Arabia and China To Boost Renewable Energy Cooperation Updated On Mon, Feb 25th, 2019 by Saurenergy Saudi Arabia’s PIF signs MOU with China’s National Energy Administration on renewable energy cooperation, after announcing to make India a regional hub for oil supply. Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund PIF signed a preliminary deal for investments in China’s renewable energy sector during the visit of Crown Prince Mohammed in China. The news about the […] Read more
World Bank’s IFC to Invest $75 Mn in AC Energy’s Green Bond Updated On Thu, Feb 21st, 2019 by Saurenergy The proceeds from the AC Energy green bonds will be used to finance the company’s plans for up to 5GW of renewable energy projects in East Asia and Pacific. IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, will invest $75 million in the first-ever listed green bond issued by AC Energy Finance International Limited and […] Read more
Enercon Signs 345 MW Agreement For Canadian Wind Energy Projects Updated On Mon, Feb 18th, 2019 by Saurenergy Under the agreement, the company will supply EP3 turbines for two projects in Canada. Germany-based Enercon GmbH, one of the world’s leading and largest wind turbine manufacturer has taken another step towards its goal of increased focus on international markets after reaching an agreement to supply 345 MW capacity of it’s E-138 EP3 wind turbines […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Glenn Pearce Oroz, Director of Policy and Programmes, Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) Updated On Fri, Feb 1st, 2019 by Saurenergy Govt Sends Clear, Attractive Signal to Invest in India Research clearly shows that businesses and private investment flow into countries that have clear, robust policy and regulatory environments with long term targets. By prioritizing energy access, the government is sending a clear, attractive signal to business to invest in the Indian market, believes Glenn Pearce […] Read more
AfDB Approves $25 Mn Fund For Renewable Energy Projects in Africa Updated On Wed, Jan 30th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Fund’s strategy is to prioritize projects with a clear timeline to financial close, with emphasis on de-risking early stage greenfield projects. The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved an equity investment of up to $25 million in ARCH Africa Renewable Power Fund (ARPF), a US$ 250 million private equity fund for renewable energy […] Read more
