Tata Power Renewable Energy Joins Hands with Tata Power DDL for 510 MW Hybrid Project Updated On Fri, Mar 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy A subsidiary of Tata Power and a major renewable energy player in the country, Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL). The PPA is for a 510 MW hybrid project. Tata Power-DDL, a joint venture between Tata Power and Govt. […] Read more
Bangladesh Issues Three Solar Tenders for Cumulative Capacity of 77.6 MW Updated On Fri, Mar 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) has issued three tenders with a cumulative capacity of 77.6 MW . It has invited bids for the construction of 50 MWp (DC) solar photovoltaic grid-connected power plant at Rangunia, Chattagram, Bangladesh; construction of 20 MWp (DC) solar photovoltaic grid-connected power plant at Baropukuria, Fulbari, Dinajpur, Bangladesh and the construction […] Read more
Google Signs Agreement with Sol Systems for Solar Energy at its Campuses Updated On Fri, Mar 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy American multinational technology firm Google has signed a pact with US solar energy firm Sol Systems to help power up its campuses in North and South Carolina with solar energy. The statement called the pact a “unique renewable energy procurement and investment strategy” facilitating the development of new solar energy projects that also help provide […] Read more
“What is important is the intent; Capability can be built”, Shilpa Urhekar, Sterling & Wilson Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Mar 7th, 2023 by Saurenergy Shilpa Urhekar is one of those rare professionals in the solar sector who have seen the sector evolve from its tentative origins, when a MW-sized project was a milestone, to the current shift, when GW-sized ambitions are at par for the course. The former Indian Air Force squadron leader has been involved with establishing module […] Read more
Oman to Award Solar Energy Projects of $777 Mn for Country’s Largest Solar Panel Project Updated On Tue, Mar 7th, 2023 by Saurenergy Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP), responsible for purchasing power and water for all IPP/IWPP projects within the Sultanate of Oman, will soon award solar energy projects to international investors. These projects are worth $777 million and have secured approvals from the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR)- which looks after electrcitiy regulation. The […] Read more
As Inverters Become ‘Smart’ Customers Follow Suit Updated On Mon, Mar 6th, 2023 by Saurenergy Solar inverters, with a share of 3-7% of project cost typically, have always played a far more critical role than the share of costs would imply. As the ‘brains’ behind the plant, the role of the inverter in converting power generated with the highest possible efficiency, in the safest way possible, has been critical for […] Read more
27 Delhi Metro Stations Ready for Solar Plants in Phase IV Updated On Fri, Mar 3rd, 2023 by Saurenergy Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is constructing 27 elevated metro stations under Phase IV to place solar plants in near future. Spaces will also be reserved for inverters, panels and other necessary solar equipment. Following the construction of the stations, rooftop solar plants would be set up depending on their alignment and exposure to sunlight, […] Read more
PMRC to Install Solar Panels to Power Auxiliary Services at Metro Stations Updated On Fri, Mar 3rd, 2023 by Saurenergy Patna Metro Rail Corporation (PMRC) has come up with a plan to make all the metro stations in the capital city of Bihar as green buildings. PMRC is mulling to install solar power systems on the elevated metro stations and the metro depots as they are being designed in an energy-efficient way. PMRC aims to […] Read more
Community Solar: An Explainer Updated On Thu, Mar 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy Rooftop solar has established itself as an attractive option for green transition enthusiasts who are also looking to bring down their energy costs. The last decade saw solar prices come down considerably, which made the technology even more attractive. However, Rooftop solar becomes unappealing to most lower-income households because of the higher cost per kilowatt […] Read more