Andhra Pradesh to Give Farmers Power to Sell Power Updated On Mon, May 14th, 2018 by Saurenergy The project will be launched on a pilot basis in Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaran and Srikakulam district. The first 75,000 solar pump sets worth Rs 3.5 lakh each will be provided to farmers in these districts. On an estimate the pilot project will cost around Rs 2,625 Crore. Andhra Pradesh government is planning to initiate a scheme […] Read more
HNPCL Acquires Mumbai-Based Solar Firm for Rs 1,000 Cr Updated On Mon, May 14th, 2018 by Saurenergy Last year Andhra Pradesh-based thermal energy company, HNPCL, had initiated talks to purchase Kiran Energy, which is having an operational portfolio of around 85 MW now. Hinduja Group flagship firm Hinduja National Power Corporation Ltd (HNPCL) has acquired Mumbai-based Kiran Energy Solar Power for about Rs 1,000 crore, as revealed by the two sources close […] Read more
IMPORTANT: PRE-BID MEETING FOR RFS FOR 750 MW SOLAR PV PROJECTS IN KADAPA SOLAR PARK, ANDHRA PRADESH Updated On Mon, May 14th, 2018 by Saurenergy With reference to the RfS for setting up of 750 MW Grid-connected Solar PV Projects in Kadapa Solar Park, Andhra Pradesh, the pre-bid meeting for the same has been scheduled as per the following details: Date: 17.05.2018 Time: 11.00 AM IST Venue: Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd., 1st Floor, A-Wing, D-3, Prius Platinum Building, […] Read more
Solar Power Project Developers Urge MNRE to Defer Auctions Updated On Mon, May 14th, 2018 by Saurenergy The non-issuance of rules and regulation related to the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) and General Network Access has worried developers. It has also caused uncertainty over grid connectivity for the renewable projects in the country. The lingering issue of transmission has prompted solar project developers to urge Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to […] Read more
TEDA Seeks Bids for Solar Parks in Tamil Nadu Updated On Fri, May 11th, 2018 by Saurenergy TEDA has set three objectives for development of solar parks in the state such as develop quality infrastructure for solar energy, bring appropriate technology to achieve optimum efficiency, and achieve energy security in the state of Tamil Nadu. Riding on the ‘Vision Tamil Nadu 2023’ for renewable energy and the renewable energy purchase Obligations (RPO) […] Read more
Lucknow University Shifting From Conventional to Solar Power Updated On Wed, May 9th, 2018 by Saurenergy The Lucknow University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with HFM Solar Power for installation, engineering, production and maintenance of solar power in the university. Shifting completely form conventional source of energy to solar power, Lucknow University has decided to install the solar power facility on both of its campuses. The Lucknow University has […] Read more
Eastman’s Maintenance-Free Gel Batteries Successfully Hits Energy Storage Market Updated On Tue, May 8th, 2018 by Saurenergy The highlight of gel batteries is that the electrolyte contained in it does not flow like a liquid ensuring an instant start and long-lasting performance. The gel batteries manufactured by Eastman Auto and Power Ltd, a leading company in the energy storage segment and solar solutions, are making a mark in the power backup market […] Read more
SECI’s 70 MW Amguri Solar Park Tender to Close on May 22 Updated On Tue, May 8th, 2018 by Saurenergy The maximum tariff payable to the project developer is fixed at Rs 3.43/ kWh for 25 years. The Solar Energy Corporation of India’s (SECI’s) tender for setting up of 70 MW grid-connected solar PV (SPV) power project at Amguri Solar Park in Assam will be closed on May 22, 2018. In February this year, SECI […] Read more
Work Begins at Mudasarlova Reservoir Floating Solar Power Plant Updated On Tue, May 8th, 2018 by Saurenergy The floating solar water plant is not only environment-friendly but will also help GVMC to curtail down on electricity bills. Also, to some extent, it will help to cut down evaporation from the reservoir. With the generation capacity of 2000 kWp the work at floating solar power plant at Mudasarlova reservoir started on Monday. The […] Read more
