81% Of PM-KUSUM (Comp B) Capacities Come From 5 States Updated On Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy A latest data released by the Union government before the Parliament revealed that a lion’s share of the PM-KUSUM scheme (Component-B) comes from five states alone. The majority of these states are based in the western part of the country. Component B of the Union government schemes mandates the installation of decentralised off-grid solar pumps. […] Read more
RE Supply Shift Poised To Favor North And South India Over West By 2032: SBI Caps Report Updated On Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy India added 30 GW to its installed base (net basis) in the past 12 months, of which 75% was renewables, according to the latest data released in the SBI Caps report. Renewable energy has made notable progress recently, driven by fresh wind additions and a surge in energy storage system (ESS) tenders, as noted in […] Read more
CERC To Acme Solar-Complete 300 MW Solar Project After Paying Penalty Updated On Thu, Nov 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy Ruling on a case involving Acme Solar and Central Transmission Utility of India (CTUIL), the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has allowed Acme Solar an extension on its delayed project in Rajasthan, with the provision of more damages in case it does not deliver a phased commissioning under the new deadlines. Petition Overview: ACME Solar […] Read more
COVER STORY: India Eyes Historic Rise Of Solar Cell Manufacturers Updated On Thu, Nov 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy So far, 2024 has been a remarkable year for the Indian solar industry. Not only has it met expectations so far in terms of capacity additions, it has also delivered a huge fillip to the rooftop solar sector, thanks to PM Surya Ghar and new momentum in promising schemes like PM-KUSUM, besides record additions in […] Read more
THDC Issues Tender To Develop DPR For Floating Solar In Eight States Updated On Tue, Nov 26th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Tehri Hydro Development Corporation Limited (THDC India) has now planned to boost floating solar projects. It has issued a tender seeking bids to prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) in this regard. These projects will be located in eight states. These include-Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra. The last date […] Read more
News In Brief Nov 25: Sungrow Partners with Zenith Energy, HG Infra Secures BESS Contract, Ecoprogetti Delivers Solar Panels To SAEL Updated On Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy Sungrow Partners with Zenith Energy to Power Australia’s Largest Off-Grid Hybrid Project Sungrow, a PV inverter and energy storage system provider, recently developed Australia’s off-grid hybrid renewable energy system in the Kathleen Valley Operation. Developed in collaboration with Zenith Energy and Liontown Resources, this initiative sets a new precedent for integrating renewable energy solutions in […] Read more
India’s Rooftop Solar Capacity Crossed 14 GW, Guj Remains Leader Updated On Wed, Nov 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy India’s rooftop solar capacity has touched 14.44 GW by the end of October 2024. The latest data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) indicate the growth of the sector. This comes after MNRE’s flagship scheme-PM Surya Ghar was launched, earlier this year. The new scheme aims at boosting the growth of residential […] Read more
GPES Strengthens Board With Key Leadership Inductions Updated On Wed, Nov 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy GP Eco Solutions, the Noida-based solar and storage solutions firm that listed on the SME Exchange earlier this year, has moved to strengthen its board with the induction of three industry stalwarts in the form of KS Popli, AK Jain and UN Tripathi. Popli retired as Chairman and Managing Director at IREDA in 2019, after […] Read more
SECI’s Plea For Extra Trading Margin In BESS Deal Fails To Cut Ice With CERC Updated On Tue, Nov 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy In an interesting take on what constitutes fair margins, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) considered a plea by SECI on an additional margin of Rs. 0.07/kWh for facilitating the sale/ purchase, scheduling, accounting, charging, and discharging of BESS for Grid Ancillary Services (150 MW) portion through IDAM/ RTM/TAM/Bilateral mode on behalf of the National […] Read more
