India’s Rooftop Solar Capacity Crossed 14 GW, Guj Remains Leader Updated On Wed, Nov 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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 […] Read more
J&K Discom Issues Tender To Expand Rooftop Solar Projects Updated On Wed, Nov 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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. […] Read more
UP To Use Hybrid Rooftop Solar For Govt Buildings, Issues Tender Updated On Tue, Nov 19th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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 […] Read more
Karnataka Plans Rooftop Wind Aero Turbines, Issues Draft Rules Updated On Tue, Oct 15th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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 […] Read more
Rooftop Solar Can Increase Local Temperature, Says Research Updated On Mon, Oct 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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. […] Read more
Gensol Bags 23 MW Rooftop Solar Contract In UAE Updated On Mon, Oct 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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 […] Read more
PM Surya Ghar Adds Service Charges Under Rooftop Solar Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy 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 […] Read more
NVVN Issues EPC Tender For Developing Rooftop Solar Projects Updated On Fri, Sep 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN), a subsidiary of the NTPC has now issued a tender seeking EPC players to develop rooftop solar projects of the company. NVVN, has planned to develop several rooftop solar projects across India on government and private buildings. The tender mandated developing these projects and also taking care of Operations […] Read more
MNRE Wants Discoms To Make Rooftop Solar Payments Online Updated On Wed, Sep 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy In order to further streamline the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar scheme, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has urged the states to alter the functioning of discoms. Discoms are the key offices which regulate the rooftop solar affairs in their jurisdiction. In a latest communication of the MNRE to the states, […] Read more
