Solar and Wind takes a leap ahead in the power war against coal Updated On Tue, Nov 1st, 2016 by Saurenergy The battle between clean energy and dirty coal has entered a new phase. The International Energy Agency (IEA), an industry forecaster, this week reported that in 2015 for the first time renewable energy passed coal as the world’s biggest source of power-generating capacity. The IEA, whose projections for solar and wind energy have in the […] Read more
UREDA ropes in 200 farmers to set up solar plant in Uttarakhand Updated On Tue, Nov 1st, 2016 by Saurenergy Around 200 individuals in the state of Uttarakhand will be now called as the Power Farmers. The Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (UREDA) has roped in natives to set up solar power generation plants on their land. These farmers will directly supply the renewable energy to the state government at a fixed price of Rs […] Read more
Tata Sons was aware about the Welspun deal: Mistry Updated On Sat, Oct 29th, 2016 by Saurenergy Former chairman of Tata Group, Cyrus Mitry said Tata Sons board including Ratan Tata and nominee directors of the Tata trust was aware about the acquisition of Welspun Renewable Energy. Mistry in a statement issued late Friday said “It is surprising that Mr Tata has sought to justify Monday’s conduct by making vague public statements […] Read more
Indian solar industry to bring bankable investment opportunities at WFES 2107 in Abu Dhabi Updated On Wed, Oct 26th, 2016 by Saurenergy India’s top notch solar power enterprises will be showcasing an unprecedented range of investment opportunities at the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2017 in Abu Dhabi002E This also follows the Indian government’s plans to add an additional 175 GW of renewable energy to the nation’s electricity supply by 2022. Indian solar developers will bring bankable, […] Read more
TPREL signs 100 MW PPA for solar project at Anantapuram with SECI Updated On Tue, Oct 25th, 2016 by Saurenergy Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a 100 MW solar project at Anantapuram solar park in Andhra Pradesh with the Solar Corporation of India (SECI). The Commercial Operations Date (COD) of the project as per the PPA is 16th October 2017. The project has been secured through […] Read more
UNSW develops a new PERC technology solar cell Updated On Tue, Oct 25th, 2016 by Saurenergy The University of New South Wales (UNSW) has announced that its new solar cell technology can help India save Rs 6000 crore annually in operational costs. The technology will be showcased during a roundtable discussion in Sydney with Renewable Energy Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday, UNSW said in a release. UNSW has developed Passivated Emitter […] Read more
NDMC to install solar panels on more than 100 buildings Updated On Mon, Oct 24th, 2016 by Saurenergy The power department of New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) is planning to set up solar panels at more than 100 buildings within its jurisdiction, making sure to contribute towards renewable energy growth in India. Under the smart city project, the municipal corporation will be installing the solar panels at 102 buildings, of which 74 would […] Read more
IDFC Alternatives acquires three solar projects from Punj Lloyd Updated On Mon, Oct 24th, 2016 by Saurenergy The India infrastructure fund of IDFC Alternatives has bought three solar projects in Rajasthan and Punjab from Punj Lloyd Infrastructure as part of the company’s plan to set up a strong foothold in the renewable energy space through acquisitions — as much as 1 GW in a year or so. IDFC Alternatives signed the deal […] Read more
NTPC to set up 50 MW solar project in Andaman & Nicobar Island Updated On Fri, Oct 21st, 2016 by Saurenergy NTPC will be installing 50MW solar power projects with battery energy storage system at different locations in Port Blair in Andaman & Nicobar Island. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between NTPC, Andaman & Nicobar Administration & Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in New Delhi. The power generated from the commissioned solar […] Read more