Cabinet approves Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Renewable Energy between India and Portugal Updated On Mon, Mar 6th, 2017 by Saurenergy The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Renewable Energy between India and Portugal. The MoU was signed on 6th January, 2017 in New Delhi. The MoU will help in strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. […] Read more
Arunachal Pradesh CM holds meeting with REC and SECI officials to discuss ongoing DDUJY scheme Updated On Thu, Mar 2nd, 2017 by Saurenergy The chief minister sought information on the status of tender floated and pending works regarding the rural electrification work under the DDUJY scheme with the officials of the Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) and Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu held a meeting on Wednesday with REC and SECI officials […] Read more
Cheap Chinese Imports Burn Domestic Solar Cell, Module Makers Updated On Tue, Feb 28th, 2017 by Saurenergy Solar cell and module makers were hoping for incentives to scale up production, but it seems like Union Budget disappointed them. Indian solar cells and modules manufacturers have not able to cash in on the opportunity of rising solar power installations thanks to Chinese competition. Between April and October 2016, India imported solar power material […] Read more
Sikkim Becomes 22nd State to Join UDAY Updated On Fri, Feb 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy Sikkim would derive an Overall Net Benefit of approximately Rs. 207 crores through UDAY by way of cheaper funds, reduction in AT&C and transmission losses, interventions in energy efficiency, etc. during the period of turnaround. The Government of India and the State of Sikkim has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) under the Scheme Ujwal […] Read more
Yingli to Supply Over 50 MW of Solar Panels for 2 Solar Power Plants in Japan Updated On Wed, Feb 22nd, 2017 by Saurenergy The electricity produced by two solar power plants is equivalent to offsetting more than 30,100 tons of CO2 emissions per year said Yingli in a statement. Yingli Green Energy has signed a 50.6 MW solar panel supply agreement with X-ELIO, a leading Spanish developer and operator of utility-scale PV systems. The agreement is for two […] Read more
Thalakulathur Solar Power Plant to Be Commissioned In March This Year Updated On Sat, Feb 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy “A total of 2630 solar panels were installed on the solar power project site. The plant, now constructed with a 650-kilowatt capacity, will supply power through Koduvally and West Hill sub stations.” The solar power plant at Thalakulathur constructed by KSEB will be commissioned in the second week of March and trial run of the […] Read more
China should put “more pressure” on India to promote free trade: Chinese Media Updated On Sat, Feb 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy The World Trade Organisation (WTO) found India’s solar Domestic Content Requirement policy was inconsistent with its treaty obligations under the global trading regime, claimed the Chinese media. China should put “more pressure” on India to promote free trade as calls to boycott Chinese goods have hurt the interests of many Chinese firms, said official media […] Read more
JinkoSolar has overtaken Trina Solar in terms of solar PV module shipments in 2016: GlobalData Updated On Thu, Feb 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy JinkoSolar has witnessed impressive results over 2016, with the company’s PV modules securing China Quality Certification Center’s Top Runner Program level-one energy efficiency certification that showcases its technological strength Research and consulting firm GlobalData has announced that JinkoSolar has surpassed Trina Solar in terms of solar PV module shipments in 2016. The company had shipments […] Read more
Madhya Pradesh Shows Solar Power Is Here To Stay And Make Significant Contributions To The Country’s Energy Mix Updated On Wed, Feb 15th, 2017 by Saurenergy Assuring developers of risk mitigation in terms of electricity offtake, by Rewa Ultra Mega Power Limited (a joint venture of Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited and Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited), also contributed to the drop. The solar revolution in India marches on, with renewed momentum, if the recently concluded reverse bidding auction […] Read more
