NTPC Objects To Solar Cell Imports From China, Loses Case Before CERC Updated On Tue, Jan 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy In a recent case before the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), Indian power behemoth NTPC objected to the plan of a solar power developer to continue importing solar cells at higher prices. The development came to the fore when Solairepro Urja Pvt Ltd, a Pune-based solar developer, moved CERC seeking compensation. The firm demanded compensation […] Read more
The Rise of Community Solar Initiatives Brightening Sustainable Future Updated On Fri, Dec 29th, 2023 by Saurenergy Swati Singh, Product Marketing Manager of Oorjan Cleantech Dayanita was born in the rural agrarian and fishing community of Hill Kaka, a remote hamlet in Poonch district, that’s almost cut off from the rest of India. At 19, she has never seen a light bulb lit up in her home. The rocky terrain, coupled with […] Read more
Rohit Tikku Takes Charge As The New CEO Of Bluebird Solar Updated On Fri, Dec 29th, 2023 by Saurenergy Indian solar module manufactuer-Bluebird Solar has now got its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Rohit Tikku has taken over the new charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bluebird Solar. Tikku’s diversified work experience of 17 years is spread across roles in sales, distribution management, engineering & project management, and business operations and development with […] Read more
First Solar, Fiserv Sign Tax Credit Transfer Pacts Under Inflation Reduction Act Updated On Thu, Dec 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy First Solar, a solar technology company entered into two separate tax credit transfer agreements (TCTAs) between Fiserv, Inc. and First Solar. These agreements were made to sell $500 million and up to $200 million, respectively, of 2023 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Advanced Manufacturing Production tax credits to Fiserv, Inc. The agreement is subject to satisfaction […] Read more
Solalite Power & ACME Take Home Highest Capacity in NTPC 1500 MW Wind-Solar Tender Updated On Thu, Dec 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy NTPC Ltd. has recently finalized a highly competitive bidding process for wind-solar hybrid power procurement in Tranche-1 (ISTS), open for development anywhere in the country. The tender, boasting a capacity of 1,500 MW, culminated in a reverse auction held on December 27, 2023. The initial L1 tariff was set low at INR 3.35 per kilowatt-hour […] Read more
SUCRL Seeks Land Aggregators for Solar Park of 700 MW Capacity Updated On Thu, Dec 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy SUCRL (Saurya Urja Company of Rajasthan Limited) has issued a tender for the development of a 700 MW solar park on private lease land in any of the location of the four districts, that is, Bikaner, Barmer, Jaisalmer and Phalodi and in the vicinity area of upcoming ISTS grid substation. The last day for the […] Read more
The Success Story of Solar Lighting in Rural Landscapes Updated On Wed, Dec 27th, 2023 by Saurenergy By Shashank Donthi, CEO of Hynetic Electronics Solar lighting in rural landscapes have gained popularity and extensive deployment in India due to their eco-friendly nature and cost-effectiveness. These lights harness solar energy during the day using photovoltaic panels and store it in batteries for illumination during the night. India’s rural communities form the foundation of […] Read more
Ostro Energy Eligible For Compensation Due To Change In GST Rates: CERC Updated On Wed, Dec 27th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) in its latest judgement awarded compensation to Ostro Energy Private Limited, a renewable energy company. The compensation was awarded to it on account of surge in Goods and Services Tax (GST) after submitting its bid for a government project. As per the case details, Ostro Energy is a power […] Read more
JinkoSolar Becomes The First PV Firm To Get SBTi Validated Net-Zero Targets Updated On Wed, Dec 27th, 2023 by Saurenergy Global solar module manufacturer JinkoSolar has now become the first solar PV firm globally to get its net-zero targets validated with SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative). SBTi is a global body enabling businesses to set ambitious emissions reductions targets in line with the latest climate science. Additionally, it is the second company in mainland China […] Read more