Clean Energy Investments in 2018 Exceed $300 Bn with Decline in Solar Commitments: BNEF Updated On Fri, Jan 18th, 2019 by Saurenergy Even with PV additions crossing the 100 GW mark for the first time, Solar commitments declined 24 percent ($ value) in 2018. According to figures issued by research company BloombergNEF (BNEF), Global clean energy investment totaled $332.1 billion in 2018, marking the fifth consecutive year that investments crossed the $300 billion mark. However, investments in […] Read more
World’s Largest Solar Plant to Come Up in Ladakh Updated On Mon, Jan 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy A land accustomed to thousands of travelers every year to witness the breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and the predominantly chilly weather will soon be known for being home to the world’s largest single-location solar photo-voltaic plant. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has come out with ambitious plans promoting solar PV projects in Jammu and […] Read more
Renewable Sources Contribute Over 40% to Germany’s Public Net Electricity Generation in 2018 Updated On Tue, Jan 8th, 2019 by Saurenergy Based on the production figures, solar energy showed the largest growth at 16 percent, ahead of wind energy with 5.4 percent growth. Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have just released their annual assessment on the net electricity generation for Germany’s public power supply in 2018. Based on the production figures, […] Read more
Jordan Earmarks Land for 100 MW Solar Plant Updated On Thu, Dec 27th, 2018 by Saurenergy The project will not only reduce the dependence on fossil fuels, but will also result in reduced power cost from small-and medium-sized industries. The Jordanian government recently announced designating land in east Amman for establishing a 100-megawatt (MW) solar power project to support the renewable energy sector. Energy Minister Hala Zawati mentioned that the land […] Read more
KERC Sets New Generic Tariff for Solar Rooftop Projects Updated On Thu, Dec 27th, 2018 by Saurenergy The generic tariff without capital subsidy is set at Rs 4.15 and Rs 3.08 with capital subsidy and will be applicable on PPAs signed after December 19, 2018. The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission in its latest order has set the generic tariff for grid connected solar rooftop units which are installed by domestic users in […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Vishal Amin, Director (Solar Division), Lubi Electronics Updated On Wed, Dec 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy Q. Please tell us something about Lubi Solar including the vision behind its formation and its current role in the market. Lubi Solar is a division of Lubi Industries, a premier name in pumping industry. We at LUBI believe in the concept of continuous improvement by adopting new and progressive technology in our existing products […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Dr. Avishek Kumar, Director, Sunkonnect Updated On Mon, Dec 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy Q. To begin with, please tell our readers more about Sunkonnect and its offerings and key specialities? Sunkonnect is a global renewable energy management consulting firm based in Singapore. We work with system owners, developers, EPC players and manufacturers in making significant and longlasting improvements to their systems, products and processes. Our team has over […] Read more
India’s Energy Needs to Triple by 2040: World Bank Updated On Mon, Dec 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy In fiscal 2018, when total installed capacity was more than twice the amount of peak demand, peak demand shortage still registered 2.1% in India,World Bank said. Energy demand in India will grow 30% between 2018 and 2040, a new report by the World Bank titled Dark: How Much Do Power Sector Distortions Cost South Asia […] Read more
Interview with Sushil Bansal, Founder & Managing Director, Novasys Greenergy Updated On Sat, Dec 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy Novasys Greenergy, a part of Sangita Coal Group, and now a well-diversified entity operating in renewable, non-renewable, telecom, food & real estate sectors. In an exclusive interview with Saur Energy International during the 10th edition of Intersolar India 2018 at Bangalore, Sushil Bansal, Founder & Managing Director, Novasys Greenergy shared his views on various topics […] Read more