BHEL Tenders for Supply of 1.2 Crore 4.62 Wp Solar Cells Updated On Tue, Jun 9th, 2020 by Saurenergy BHEL has tendered for the manufacturing and supply of 1.2 crore multi-crystalline solar cells (156.75 mm-5BB-4.62 Wp) as per its technical specifications The electronics division of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has issued a tender, seeking sealed quotations for the manufacturing and supply of 1.2 crore multi-crystalline solar cells (156.75 mm-5BB-4.62 Wp) as per BHEL […] Read more
NHDC to Empanel Solar PV Module Manufacturers for its Solar Projects Updated On Tue, Jun 9th, 2020 by Saurenergy NHDC has issued a tender for the empanelment of solar PV module manufacturers for the development of solar power projects by NHDC. NHDC Limited, a JV company between NHPC Ltd. and the Government of Himachal Pradesh, has issued a tender for the empanelment of experienced and capable solar PV module manufacturers for the development of […] Read more
Solar Manufacturers Support Vocal-for-Local Program; Seek Level-Playing Field Updated On Tue, Jun 2nd, 2020 by Saurenergy The country’s leading solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers, including RenewSys, Vikram Solar and Webel Solar, have extended their support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent call for Vocal-for-Local program. However, they sought level-playing field for all irrespective of the area within the country. By welcoming the government’s move, Avinash Hiranandani, Global CEO & Managing Director of […] Read more
PPA for Thermal Plant with Adani Power in MP Raises Important Questions Updated On Mon, Jun 1st, 2020 by Saurenergy The May 27 announcement by Adani Power of a 1320 MW thermal power deal in Madhya Pradesh raises more questions than it answers. The company’s subsidiary Pench Thermal Energy (MP) has signed a 25 year power purchase agreement (PPA) with MP Power Management Company (MPPMCL) for procurement of 1230 MW of electricity on long term […] Read more
Canadian Solar Posts Impressive First Quarter Results Updated On Fri, May 29th, 2020 by Saurenergy Ontario, Canada headquartered Canadian Solar has delivered an impressive set of numbers or the Jan-March quarter in 2020. The firm, which has a presence in manufacturing with 10 GW of Module and 9 GW of Cell manufacturing capacity, besides solar projects, announced results yesterday. Whole YOY comparisons looked impressive, the firms numbers do indicate a […] Read more
First Solar Inks Supply Agreement for 415 MW PV Modules With Geronimo Energy Updated On Thu, May 7th, 2020 by Saurenergy First Solar has entered into a supply agreement with Geronimo Energy to supply 415 MW of its Series 6 photovoltaic (PV) modules in 2022. First Solar has announced that it has entered into a framework supply agreement with Geronimo Energy, a National Grid company. Under the agreement, First Solar will supply 415 megawatts (MW) of its […] Read more
‘Policy Framework Needed to Ensure Longevity of Domestic Products Offtake, Profitability’ Updated On Fri, Apr 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy The government has taken steps by coming up with few manufacturing-linked tenders for setting up solar capacities and has also introduced a basic customs duty on imports, but we need a policy framework that will ensure the longevity of offtake of the products manufactured as well as profitability, says a senior official of Tata Power […] Read more
Middle East Renewables Braced for Turbulent Outlook: GlobalData Updated On Fri, Apr 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy Recent reports have estimated that global solar demand will slow down for the first time in three decades, with the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis potentially triggering a drop of between 6 percent and 10 percent in demand in 2020. The downgrade is largely due to strict limitations on movement and commercial activity in China, where the […] Read more
Should Safeguard Duty Expiry in July be Replaced with Fresh Tariffs on Solar Imports from China and Malaysia? Updated On Tue, Mar 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy Safeguard duty, which was implemented by the government in July 2018 with an aim to protect the domestic solar manufacturing, is going to be wrapped up in July this year. In-line with this, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has already initiated a review investigation for considering continuance of safeguard duty on solar cells […] Read more