World’s Largest OPV System Installed on French School Roof Updated On Thu, Nov 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy The goal of this experimental project is to open the door to longer term and large-scale development of OPV technology. French multinational Engie has inaugurated the world’s largest organic photovoltaic (OPV) system on a roof at a school in France, with Heliatek’s technology. The 530m2 roof of the Pierre Mendès-France secondary school, in La Rochelle, […] Read more
ADFD & IRENA Started Accepting Applications For Funding Opportunities For Renewable Energy Projects Updated On Thu, Nov 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy The Facility allocated US$189 million to 19 renewable energy ventures across the globe, covering up to 50 per cent of the project costs. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), is inviting applications for renewable energy projects in developing countries. Within the framework of the ADFD-funded […] Read more
International Solar Alliance to Become a treaty-based Legal Entity on December 6 Updated On Tue, Nov 14th, 2017 by Saurenergy 44 countries have already signed the ISA treaty, and many more are set to join. International Solar Alliance (ISA), the India-headquartered grouping of 121 nations for promotion of solar energy, will become a treaty-based international intergovernmental organization on December 6 this year, according to Interim Director-General, Upendra Tripathy. Speaking at a curtain raiser for the […] Read more
Curtain Raiser Event held for the Founding Ceremony of International Solar Alliance in Bonn, Germany Updated On Tue, Nov 14th, 2017 by Saurenergy A Curtain Raiser Event for the Founding Ceremony of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) was held at Bonn, Germany yesterday. Speaking at the event, Shri Anand Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India hoped that, in the spirit of affirmative action, developed countries will earmark a percentage of Overseas Development Assistance […] Read more
EESL and UK Firm Collaborate on New Renewable Energy Pact Updated On Fri, Nov 10th, 2017 by Saurenergy EESL EnergyPro Assets Limited (EPAL) launched the new partnership at India House in London for the investment in an advanced battery storage project. A joint venture of Indian PSU Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) and UK-based EnergyPro Limited (EP) will invest USD 12 million in a new partnership with leading battery storage solutions provider Leclanché. […] Read more
Two Pirapora Projects Commissioned by EDF Energies Nouvelles and Canadian Solar Inc Updated On Thu, Nov 9th, 2017 by Saurenergy The 191.5 MWp Pirapora I, 115 MWp Pirapora II and 92.5 MWp Pirapora III projects from Canadian Solar with 80% of acquired interest in each project. The 191.5 MWp Pirapora I and 92.5 MWp Pirapora III solar energy projects in Brazil, totaling 284 MWp, commissioned by Canadian Solar Inc. and EDF Energies Nouvelles. The Pirapora I […] Read more
Investonomics on Indian Sun is Hot! Updated On Tue, Nov 7th, 2017 by Saurenergy Today, solar power is not merely a power demand catalyst rather this sector preaches colossal economics in the world affairs. Clouds around solar sector have dynamically revolved as murmurs of its transient nature of solar power are eluded. Solar and wind projects in the country would attract USD 20 billion investment each year from next […] Read more
EBRD strengthens ties with International Solar Alliance Updated On Thu, Nov 2nd, 2017 by Saurenergy A joint declaration to promote solar energy in the countries, where both EBRD and ISA operate was signed in New Delhi. The European Bank for Reconstruction & Development (EBRD) and the International Solar Alliance (ISA) have agreed to strengthen cooperation in pursuit of their shared goal of mobilizing green energy financing. A joint declaration to […] Read more
India and Other Emerging Economies Can Unlock Trillions of Dollars in Climate Finance: IFC Global Report Updated On Thu, Nov 2nd, 2017 by Saurenergy Estimates indicate that India is on track to exceed its target of reducing greenhouse-gas emissions intensity by up to 35 percent by 2030. Developing countries like India can meet climate targets promised in the landmark Paris Agreement by catalyzing trillions of dollars in private investments through a combination of smart policy reforms and innovative business […] Read more