MSEDCL floats 431 MW solar tender in Maharashtra Updated On Mon, May 9th, 2022 by Saurenergy Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) has invited bids for the procurement of 431 MW solar power from decentralised solar projects of minimum 0.5 MW to maximum 2 MW capacity under component-A of PM Kusum Scheme to be developed in Maharashtra. Key details of the tender released by MSEDCL are as follows: Pre-bid Conference Meeting Date […] Read more
Bids invited for 11 MW rooftop solar projects in Madhya Pradesh Updated On Wed, Apr 27th, 2022 by Saurenergy Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited has invited bids for the standardisation of rates and selection of contractors for the development of 11 MW of rooftop solar projects at various locations in the state. Key dates: Online Bid Submission: 13/05/2022 up to 1800 hours Bid Opening (Technical): 17/05/2022 at 1100 hours Bid Opening (Financial): 24/05/2022 […] Read more
5 Upcoming Trends that will dominate the power sector in the new fiscal Updated On Mon, Apr 25th, 2022 by Saurenergy The world faced numerous challenges in the last fiscal due to pandemic and consequent lockdown. Almost every sector felt the heat but they also indicated the signs of recovery; they are on the path of continuous rise. The new financial year stimulates hopes and aspirations across the sectors to reach the expected targets. The power […] Read more
KSEB Tender For 11 MW Solar Across 21 Kerala Locations Updated On Wed, Apr 20th, 2022 by Saurenergy The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has invited EPC contractors to bid and develop solar projects totaling 11 MW of ground-mounted, grid-connected solar plants across the state. The projects are part of the Component A of the the PM-KUSUM scheme, which envisages ground mounted solar projects upto 2 MW in size. KSEB has already identified […] Read more
Adani Solar Expands Retail Footprint With Channel Partner Appointment In Tamil Nadu Updated On Mon, Apr 18th, 2022 by Saurenergy Adani Solar, the Adani Group’s solar manufacturing arm, has announced the launch of its retail distribution business in Tamil Nadu with Festa Solar as the official channel partner for the region. Adani Solar has now extended its reach to more than 2,500 towns for the distribution of solar panels in India. Through this partnership with […] Read more
The Discom Love For EV charging Versus Rooftop Solar Illustrates The Challenge For Solar Updated On Tue, Apr 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy As the world moves well into 2022, possibly one of the hottest years in a lifetime for most people on the planet, it is an important time for introspection here in India. Introspection is needed on just why and how we missed our renewable energy targets, especially those pertaining to solar power. After all, 2022 […] Read more
Shakti Pumps Gets First Patent for its Unidirectional Solar Water Pump with Grid-tied Power Generation Capabilities Updated On Mon, Apr 11th, 2022 by Saurenergy Energy-efficient pumps and motors’ manufacturer Shakti Pumps (India) Limited has been granted its maiden patent for innovating ‘A Unidirectional Solar Water Pump with Grid-tied Power Generation’ system. It’s a proud moment in the company’s history, said an official statement. The solar-powered unidirectional pump offers grid-tied power generation capabilities. Shakti Pumps says that solar water pumps ensure […] Read more
Karnataka Renewable Energy Policy Approved By State Cabinet Updated On Thu, Mar 31st, 2022 by Saurenergy The Cabinet of the State Government of Karnataka has cleared the Karnataka Renewable Energy Policy for the period of 2022-2027, that seeks to maintain the state’s reputation as a renewable energy leader. The policy says that in the next five years, Karnataka will have a renewable power generation capacity of 10 GW. The policy wants […] Read more
CSIR-CMERI and their record-breaking solar trees need a pause Updated On Tue, Mar 29th, 2022 by Saurenergy Earlier this month on March 14th, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research’s Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) unveiled the world’s largest solar tree, officially certified by the Guinness World Records (GWR), which has been installed at its Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery in Ludhiana, Punjab. Rated for a capacity of 53.6 kW, […] Read more