Public Capital and Solar Firms- Made For Each Other? Updated On Mon, Oct 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy What a difference four years can make! It was just over four years ago in September 2020 when SaurEnergy wrote about how access to capital markets was a glaring disadvantage for India’s aspiring solar firms vis-a-vis China. Highlighting the contrasting performances of the few listed firms then, namely, Adani Green (Developer), Sterling and Wilson Solar […] Read more
Servotech Launches Micro & Hybrid Inverter, Solar Pump Controller & More Updated On Mon, Oct 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy Delhi-based Servotech Power Systems Ltd., a renewable energy solutions company, launched a series of new products in a recent ceremony. The company, which has had a strong track record in manufacturing electric vehicle charging stations and equipment is now on an aggressive drive to wider its product offerings. Raman Bhatia, Founder and MD of the […] Read more
Hybrid Inverter Makers Expect Good Days Ahead, Switches To Action Mode Updated On Mon, Oct 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy After the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) clarified the eligibility of hybrid inverters under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, solar inverter manufacturers in India are anticipating increased demand within the residential rooftop segment. Hybrid inverters, traditionally used in remote or weak-grid areas, allow consumers to maximize on-site solar power utilization. By utilizing energy […] Read more
Go Solar, Growatt Team Up To Distribute 1 GW Inverters Across Australia Updated On Fri, Oct 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy Growatt Australia, a residential and commercial solar energy solutions provider, and Go Solar Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the 2024 All Energy Expo. The MoU was signed by Allen Zhu, Growatt Australia’s Country Manager, and Lewis Sheppard, National Sales Director of Go Solar Group. Under the terms of the agreement, Go […] Read more
Ladakh: NTPC, Indian Army Set To Build Solar Hydrogen Microgrid Project Updated On Fri, Oct 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC has partnered with the Indian Army to establish a Solar Hydrogen-based Microgrid at Chushul, Ladakh. This would provide a stable power supply using Green Hydrogen in off-grid Army locations. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone of this unique project through video conferencing. NTPC has designed this solar hydrogen-based microgrid system to […] Read more
CERC Amends Indian Electricity Grid Code Rules Updated On Fri, Oct 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) recently issued amendments to the Indian Electricity Grid Code, originally released in 2023. These adjustments address various aspects of grid operation, including timeframes for power injection, scheduling of generation, compensation mechanisms, and revisions in scheduling flexibility. One amendment specifies limits on the injection of infirm power, or power generated […] Read more
ADB Approves $434.25 Mn Loan To Setup Solar Facility In Assam Updated On Fri, Oct 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently approved a $434.25 million loan to increase renewable energy capacity and improve energy security in the state of Assam, India. “Addressing the renewable energy capacity shortage in Assam is crucial to meet growing demand and reduce dependency on fossil fuels,” said ADB Principal Energy Specialist Jiwan Acharya. “This project […] Read more
ARENA Funds Australia’s First Community-Led Electrification Trial Updated On Thu, Oct 24th, 2024 by Saurenergy Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), and its partners Brighte, Rewiring Australia and Endeavour Energy, are set to electricity 500 households in New South Wales, in a new project announced recently announced by the organization. ARENA is providing $5.4 million in funding for the “Electrify 2515 Community Pilot” to support the electrification of 500 homes in […] Read more
EverGreen, Datta Infra & Others Bag NTPC’s 1.2GW Hybrid Tender Updated On Thu, Oct 24th, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC Limited has announced the results of its 1200 MW wind-solar hybrid tender. The power giant awarded contracts to four renewable project developers: Sembcorp Green Infra, Adani Renewable Energy, Green Prairie Energy III (EverGreen), Adyant Ensersol (Datta Infra), and ReNew Solar. As per the auction results, Sembcorp, Adani Renewable, and ReNew Power secured projects at […] Read more