100% Electrification in 25 States: RK Singh Updated On Thu, Jan 3rd, 2019 by Saurenergy Now, only about 10.48 Lakh households are left to be electrified in 4 States, Assam, Rajasthan, Meghalaya and Chhattisgarh. By the end of 2018, India has achieved 100% electrification in households in 25 states, The Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy RK Singh said. Now, only about 10.48 Lakh households are […] Read more
MNRE to Compile List of All Solar PV Cells and Modules Updated On Thu, Jan 3rd, 2019 by Saurenergy All the models and developers which comply with the BIS standard will be complied in a list called ‘Approved List of Models and Manufacturers’. In accordance with the BIS certification for solar modules and solar cell manufacturer and to ensure the longevity of such projects, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has decided […] Read more
Rajasthan Amends Net Metering Regulations Updated On Thu, Jan 3rd, 2019 by Saurenergy The regulations will be enforced after its notification in the official gazette and specifically deliberates upon “Energy Accounting and Settlement”. Bringing clarity to the renewable energy framework for grid interactive small solar power plants and solar rooftop installations, The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission has amended the state’s net metering regulations. The regulations will be enforced […] Read more
Sembcorp Signs Deal with Cache Logistics for 7.9 MW Rooftop Plant Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy When fully installed in mid-2019, the system is expected to produce over 9,400 megawatt hours of power annually. Sembcorp Industries and Cache Logistics Trust have announced the signing of a solar power agreement for the installation and operation of rooftop solar farms at three logistics warehouses in Singapore owned by Cache. Sembcorp will install, own […] Read more
Tata Cleantech Capital Raises Rs 180 Cr via Green Bond Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy Further, the bonds have been rated CRISIL AAA/ Stable and the proceeds of the bond will be exclusively applied to finance eligible green projects. Tata Cleantech Capital Ltd, a joint venture between Tata Capital and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), has raised Rs 180 crore through its maiden green bond for 5 years from FMO […] Read more
Leclanché to Complete 100 MW of Storage Projects Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy Leclanché’s Lithium Titanate Cells (LTO)-based Battery Energy Storage System was selected to power this landmark project. Leclanché SA, one of the world’s leading energy storage solutions companies, was expected to complete more than 100 MWh of stationary storage projects around the world. Anil Srivastava, CEO of Leclanché announced during the 2018 Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) […] Read more
SECI Issues RfS for 1200 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Projects Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy The maximum tariff payable to each WPD is fixed at Rs 2.85/kWh for the entire term of 25 years. State-owned Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued Request for Selection (RfS) document for setting up of 1200 MW ISTS connected wind power projects (Tranche-VI) on “Build Own Operate” basis. This 1200MW solar-wind hybrid tender […] Read more
EESL Inks Pact for Rs 500 Cr First Long-Term Rupee Loan Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy The Punjab National Bank (PNB)-issued funds will be utilized by the company towards funding its capital expenditure for its flagship programmes including Street Lighting National Programme, Smart Meter National Programme, Solar Substation, and E-Mobility project. Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL), a joint venture of PSUs under the Union Ministry of Power, has raised its first […] Read more
JinkoSolar to Supply 60 MW of Solar Modules in Cambodia Updated On Mon, Dec 31st, 2018 by Saurenergy The solar farm will use more than 200,000 solar modules from JinkoSolar, and will add significantly to Cambodia’s fast-growing renewable capacity. JinkoSolar announced that it is working with SchneiTec Group, a Cambodian real estate developer to build a 60 MW solar farm in Kampong Speu province, Cambodia. The solar farm will use more than 200,000 […] Read more