Sembcorp Bags 180MW Wind Power Project in Karnataka from SECI Updated On Mon, Oct 25th, 2021 by Saurenergy Singapore-headquartered Sembcorp Industries’ wholly owned subsidiary in India has been formally awarded a 180-megawatt (MW) wind power project in the 11th nationwide wind power auction held recently. The letter of award from Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for the project has been received by Sembcorp’s renewables subsidiary Green Infra Wind Energy Limited. The project […] Read more
ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India to Foray into RE Soon Updated On Fri, Oct 22nd, 2021 by Saurenergy ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India is planning to enter the renewable energy segment as part of its expansion plans in India, according to media reports. “We are looking at making a foray into renewable energy. This would be as part of our sustainability approach,” Dilip Oommen, CEO, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AMNS), was quoted as saying […] Read more
India Most ‘Cost-effective’ in Rooftop Solar Power; Beats China, UK & US Updated On Fri, Oct 22nd, 2021 by Saurenergy A global study has found that India is the most cost-effective country for generating rooftop solar energy at USD 66 per megawatt-hour, while the cost in China is marginally higher at USD 68 per megawatt-hour. Due to the lower cost, rooftop solar photovoltaics (RTSPV) technology, such as roof-mounted solar panels used in homes, and commercial […] Read more
Renewable Energy Jobs Reach 12 Million Globally: IRENA Updated On Fri, Oct 22nd, 2021 by Saurenergy Renewable energy employment worldwide reached 12 million last year, up from 11.5 million in 2019, according to the eighth edition of Renewable Energy and Jobs: Annual Review 2021. The report was released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) at a high-level opening of IRENA’s Collaborative Framework […] Read more
Replace DG Sets with BESS to Enhance Indian Pwr Grid’s Flexibilty: Study Updated On Wed, Oct 20th, 2021 by Saurenergy “Replacement of DG sets distributed across the country with BESS is the fastest and cheapest route to build flexibility for the Indian grid. The reduction in emissions from DG sets will help meet the NDC targets as well,” states a new study published by India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF). Delivering reliable 24×7 services is the […] Read more
NITI Aayog, ISRO Partner To Give Geospatial Energy Map of India Updated On Wed, Oct 20th, 2021 by Saurenergy NITI Aayog, in collaboration with Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has developed a comprehensive Geographic Information System (GIS) Energy Map of India with the support of Energy Ministries of Government of India. The map was recently launched by Dr Rajiv Kumar (Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog), Dr V K Saraswat (Member, NITI Aayog), and Mr. Amitabh […] Read more
Sterlite Power Wins Nangalbibra-Bongaigaon ISTS power transmission bid In North-East Updated On Mon, Oct 18th, 2021 by Saurenergy Sterlite Power, a leading private sector power transmission infrastructure developer and solutions provider, has been awarded the Nangalbibra─Bongaigaon inter-state power transmission project worth INR 324 Cr through tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) by virtue of emerging as the L1 bidder. The project elements consist of a new 220/132 kV substation at Nangalbibra and laying of ~130 km […] Read more
RTC Tender For 2.5 GW Thermal Plus Renewable Attracts L1 Bid of Rs 3.01 Updated On Mon, Oct 18th, 2021 by Saurenergy SECI’s auction for 2.5 GW of Round the Clock (RTC) supply of power from thermal plus renewable energy has attracted a strong response, with the lowest bid coming in at Rs 3.01/unit. The tender, floated in March 2020 for 5 GW, had been amended in August 2020 to enable easier participation for thermal players. By […] Read more
ReNew Power Targets 18GW Capacity by 2024-25, from 6.4GW at Present Updated On Wed, Oct 13th, 2021 by Saurenergy To lead India’s energy transition and global green energy transformation, ReNew aspires to have 18 GW of operational capacity by FY’25, said Gurugram-based ReNew Power in a statement released yesterday. The company’s current operating capacity stands at 6.4 GW. ReNew expects to have its 10.2 GW portfolio operational by the end of FY’23 which also includes […] Read more
