UK Funding Approval for Exploring Space Based Solar Power Updated On Tue, Nov 17th, 2020 by Saurenergy Solar power in space, which has played such a key role in powering satellites so far, is now in the spotlight for generating energy on Earth too. Taking the help of massive solar powered satellites for the collection of solar energy, the UK government has commissioned fresh research into the feasibility of space-based solar power […] Read more
MNRE Seeks Feedback On Roadmap For Wind-Solar Hybrids Updated On Tue, Nov 17th, 2020 by Saurenergy On November 13, the MNRE uploaded a concept note for hybrid wind-solar energy projects on its site, with a request for feedback and comments by November 28. Using sites identified with the help of the National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE), the concept note seeks to address a key issue/s that have come up with […] Read more
Railways Runs Into A Red Signal For 1 GW Solar Tender Updated On Mon, Nov 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy The Railway Energy Management Company Limited (REMCL)’s tender for a 1GW of solar plants on railway land available close to railway tracks has run into a wall of disinterest from solar developers. The tender, with deadline of September 2, was a detailed one that included the design, build, finance, operation, long– term maintenance and transfer […] Read more
Tender Issued for 50 MW Off-Grid Solar Plants in Meghalaya Updated On Thu, Nov 12th, 2020 by Saurenergy MePDCL has issued a tender for the installation of aggregated 50 MWp off-grid Solar Power Plants in different locations in the state of Meghalaya. The Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) has proposed the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operation & maintenance in RESCO Model of an aggregate of 50 MWp off-Grid solar SPV power […] Read more
Report Finds Biden Election as a Trigger for Solar Acceleration Updated On Thu, Nov 12th, 2020 by Saurenergy A new report shows how the US election, the Chinese return to economic health post-Pandemic have completely restructured the global solar industry. A new report by Rethink Energy shows how the US election, the incredible Chinese return to economic health post-Pandemic, and the varying reactions to the pandemic has completely restructured the global solar industry. […] Read more
Scientists in Korea Develop Novel Eco-friendly Buffer for Solar Panels Updated On Thu, Nov 12th, 2020 by Saurenergy A team of scientists has developed a new eco-friendly alternative, the ZTO buffer, which can overcome the use of toxic materials as buffers in solar panels Solar power is an eco-friendly alternative to conventional, non-renewable sources of energy. However, current solar panels require the use of toxic materials as buffers, which is not sustainable. To […] Read more
MePCDL issues EoI Tender for 10MW Solar Plant in Meghalaya Updated On Thu, Nov 12th, 2020 by Saurenergy MePDCL has issued an EoI for the installation of Decentralized Grid Connected Ground/ Stilt Mounted Solar Based Power Plants in Meghalaya Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) has issued an expression of interest (EoI) in the installation of Decentralized Grid Connected Ground/ Stilt Mounted Solar Based Power Plants of capacity 500 KW to 2 MW […] Read more
Solar Plants, Batteries Among 10 Sectors In Expanded PLI Scheme Updated On Wed, Nov 11th, 2020 by Saurenergy The Union Cabinet has approved the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for 10 “key sectors”, including telecom, electronics, solar PV and batteries. With this move, the government has delivered on its promise to encourage manufacturing with direct interventions, especially for the solar PV manufacturing. The battery sector, or advanced chemistry cell (battery) as the government […] Read more
New Solar Energy Plan for Bangladesh Provides Solutions for Energy Security, Rising Costs Updated On Wed, Nov 11th, 2020 by Saurenergy A shift in focus to renewables would help to reduce the need for power subsidies or tariff increases A new National Solar Energy Action Plan that has reportedly been drafted by SREDA – the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority – could be a significant and timely turnaround in Bangladesh’s renewable energy ambition. The report is coming […] Read more
