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Delhi Launches Solar Portal To Expedite Growth Of Rooftop Solar

The Delhi government recently launched a new solar portal to make the process of rooftop solar application hassle-free. The government said that the portal will serve as a one-stop platform for consumers interested in availing the benefits of Delhi’s Solar Energy Policy. The policy offers a range of incentives that, according to the government, provide […]

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How To Ensure Safety at Rooftop Solar Power Plants

By-Rishikesh Mishra and Lanvin Concessao Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including health, are intrinsically intertwined with access to energy, highlighting the potential of clean energy solutions in improving health and human development outcomes. Various programs are seeking to electrify 98,000 health facilities across the world, using clean and decentralized renewable energy solutions, primarily solar power and […]

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India’s Rooftop Solar Capacity Crossed 14 GW, Guj Remains Leader

India’s rooftop solar capacity has touched 14.44 GW by the end of October 2024. The latest data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) indicate the growth of the sector. This comes after MNRE’s flagship scheme-PM Surya Ghar was launched, earlier this year. The new scheme aims at boosting the growth of residential […]

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J&K Discom Issues Tender To Expand Rooftop Solar Projects

The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has released a tender seeking vendors to boost rooftop solar. KPDCL has issued the tender to expedite the growth of rooftop solar in the state. The bid seeks end-to-end solutions to develop rooftop solar projects in the state. The last date for tender submission is December 15, 2024. […]

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UP To Use Hybrid Rooftop Solar For Govt Buildings, Issues Tender

The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) has issued a tender to accelerate the adoption of hybrid rooftop solar systems. The state’s nodal agency for clean energy plans to deploy these systems on government buildings. Hybrid rooftop solar systems integrate grid-connected rooftop solar installations with additional battery backup. This setup enables the […]

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Karnataka Plans Rooftop Wind Aero Turbines, Issues Draft Rules

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has now issued draft norms to introduce grid-connected rooftop aero turbines in the state. The draft norms put forth by the state power regulator said that these systems could be installed onto the rooftops with or without rooftop solar systems. The draft notification aims to promote co-generation of electricity […]

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Rooftop Solar Can Increase Local Temperature, Says Research

A recent research showed that rooftop solar can raise temperatures during the daytime and lower them at nighttime. These findings were based on a city-wise simulation on photovoltaic solar panels on rooftops. The research indicated that the conventional photovoltaic solar panels may increase temperatures on hot days and lower them at night, said new modelling. […]

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Gensol Bags 23 MW Rooftop Solar Contract In UAE

Gensol Engineering Limited has announced that it has been awarded a prestigious contract by UAE’s leading sustainable development and clean energy development company for the design, construction, and long-term operation and maintenance of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for the engineering facilities of a leading aviation company in Dubai. With a total installed capacity of 23,178 kWp (23 […]

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PM Surya Ghar Adds Service Charges Under Rooftop Solar

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently clarified the provision of a ‘Service Charge’ added under the Operational Guidelines for the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna. The MNRE included a service charge equivalent to 1% of the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) component for residential consumers, amounting to Rs. 657 crores. The MNRE […]

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