State, Central Level Policymakers Should Work Together to Set Standardized Guidelines Updated On Thu, Jun 25th, 2020 by Saurenergy Although India does have a goal of renewable energy of 450 GW by 2030, it is not clear how this will be achieved in each state and what resources will make up the new energy mix at that time. By enabling a structure, it will allow Discoms across the country to prepare for this increase […] Read more
Galehead Originates 100 MW Solar Project for Clearway Energy Updated On Thu, Jun 25th, 2020 by Saurenergy Galehead has announced that it has completed its scope on the joint development of a 100 MW utility-scale solar project with Clearway Energy Galehead Development, an independent Boston-based energy development platform, has announced it has completed its scope on the joint development of a 100 MW utility-scale solar project with Clearway Energy, one of the […] Read more
Cleaner air During Lockdown Helped Delhi Generate More Solar Power: Study Updated On Wed, Jun 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy Reduction in air pollution in Delhi due to lockdown may have led to more sunlight reaching solar panels, resulting in the production of more clean energy. Based on data collected in Delhi, a team of researchers – majorly from at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston – report that the reduction in air pollution […] Read more
GE, COBOD, LafargeHolcim Partner to Co-Develop Record 200 m Tall Wind Turbines Updated On Wed, Jun 17th, 2020 by Saurenergy USD 15 billion wind energy giant GE Renewable Energy, COBOD and LafargeHolcim have entered into a partnership to co-develop wind turbines having record heights up to 200 meters with optimized 3D printed concrete bases. The COBOD International is a leading 3D construction printing company, supplying this technology to its customers in Asia, the Middle East, […] Read more
SC Cancels Green Energy Association Appeal on CERC’s REC Price Revision Updated On Wed, Jun 17th, 2020 by Saurenergy The apex court has dismissed the application of Green Energy Association (GEA) seeking a stay on price revision of REC (Renewable Energy Certificates) by power sector regulator Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC). The Supreme Court (SC) bench headed by Justice Arun Mishra took cognizance of a matter on June 16, 2020, and dismissed the application […] Read more
Australia to add 1.2 GWh of Energy Storage Capacity in 2020: WoodMac Updated On Wed, Jun 17th, 2020 by Saurenergy According to new research, Australia is set to add 1.2 GWh of energy storage capacity in 2020, more than double the 499 MWh installed in 2019. According to new research, Australia is set to add 1.2 gigawatt-hour (GWh) of energy storage capacity in 2020, more than double the 499 MWh installed in 2019. This takes […] Read more
Global Report Showcases Success of E-Buses Deployment in Kolkata Updated On Tue, Jun 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy As part of its extensive work on EVs, IEA as a part of its latest flagship report has presented a case study showcasing the success of e-buses in Kolkata As part of its extensive work on electric vehicles (EVs), the International Energy Agency (IEA) as a part of its latest flagship report – the “Global […] Read more
Bengal Chief Minister Joins Building Chorus Against Electricity Act Amendments Updated On Mon, Jun 15th, 2020 by Saurenergy The Electricity Act Amendment Bill (2020), slated for a possible introduction in the coming session of parliament, faced a predictable salvo yesterday. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banejee termed its provisions ‘anti- federal’ and even ‘inhuman’ to be brought up at a time when the pandemic is raging. In a strongly-worded letter to Prime Minister […] Read more
PG&E Gets Approval for Microgrid Proposal from California Commission Updated On Fri, Jun 12th, 2020 by Saurenergy The comprehensive and cost-effective microgrid proposals by PG&E, designed to reduce the number of customers affected by PSPS event has been approved. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved the Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) comprehensive and cost-effective microgrid proposals, which are designed to reduce the number of customers affected by Public Safety […] Read more