Fossil-dependent Russia Finally Warms Up To Solar Power Updated On Tue, Nov 2nd, 2021 by Saurenergy Solar energy in Russia might be on the verge of a major expansion, thanks to a government support program for renewable energy sources, The Moscow Times reported industry experts as saying. Russia, the world’s fourth-largest emitter of greenhouse gases, has historically relied on its vast oil and gas reserves to bolster its economy. But the […] Read more
On MP Foundation Day, CM Announces Twin Schemes for Solar Power Updated On Tue, Nov 2nd, 2021 by Saurenergy Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced two new schemes on the 66th Foundation Day of the state, which was celebrated as Madhya Pradesh Utsav with the guiding theme of Atmanirbhar MP on Monday. The two new schemes included Kusum Yojana, under which cooperation will be provided to the local bodies for setting up […] Read more
Beyond Net Zero at 2070. PM Modi Makes Key Promises For India At COP26 Updated On Tue, Nov 2nd, 2021 by Saurenergy Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his speech at the COP26 Glasgow on November 1, did make a concession to activists demanding a net zero target from India. 2070. If that seems underwhelming (China has a commitment of net zero by 2060), then you might miss the really important part of his promises. The 500 GW […] Read more
Proposed Amendment by Power Ministry To Power Corporate and Industrial RE Development Updated On Mon, Nov 1st, 2021 by Saurenergy With 4 stakeholder consultations already held, the proposal by the power ministry to amend the Energy Conservation Act, 2001 is moving ahead. The amendments will have the twin objectives of enhancing demand for renewable energy at the end- use sectors such as Industry, buildings, transport etc, and also support the climate goals commitments of the […] Read more
Tata Pwr, Tata Steel to Set Up 41MW Solar Plants in Jharkhand & Odisha Updated On Fri, Oct 29th, 2021 by Saurenergy Tata Power and Tata Steel, the two flagship companies of the Tata Group, have come together to develop grid-connected solar plants in Jharkhand and Odisha. The two companies have signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a duration of 25 years to set up 41MW solar project, which will be a combination of rooftop, floating […] Read more
MoP Revises Terms of Reference of NCT to Fast-track ISTS Process Updated On Fri, Oct 29th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) has revised the terms of reference of National Committee on Transmission (NCT) to fast-track Inter State Transmission System (ISTS) planning and approval process, thereby facilitating renewable energy development and integration in the power system. “As one more step in the series of major reforms being carried out in the power […] Read more
Expect Tariff Hike by 20-25 Paise/Unit in Upcoming Solar Bids: ICRA Updated On Thu, Oct 28th, 2021 by Saurenergy The increase in module prices and the recent hike in GST rate for solar power equipment from 5% to 12% is likely to increase the tariffs in the forthcoming solar bids by ~20-25 paise per unit from the levels seen over the past six months, finds a new ICRA report. Nonetheless tariffs are likely to […] Read more
Projects to Create Green Grid, CCS Hubs Across ASEAN, Australia Updated On Thu, Oct 28th, 2021 by Saurenergy National authorities and companies across Southeast Asia and Australia are seeking ways to pool renewable energy resources and form a green power grid in the region, according to media reports. Below are some of the projects engaged in developing this green grid that have been announced: ASEAN Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations […] Read more
Invest in RE in Developing Nations for Global Energy Transition: Study Updated On Thu, Oct 28th, 2021 by Saurenergy A new report by BloombergNEF (BNEF) and the Climate Investment Funds details how private capital has been successfully leveraged to support renewable energy growth in developing nations – and offers specific insights on how to grow such investment further in key markets. The insights are published as the contentious question of how wealthier nations can […] Read more
