20% Duty on Solar Power Equipment to cut Imports: Anurag Thakur Updated On Sat, Jul 18th, 2020 by Saurenergy The government is considering a 20% basic customs duty on solar equipment to discourage imports, particularly from China, Anurag Thakur has said. The government is considering a proposal by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to impose 20 percent basic customs duty on solar modules to provide an edge to domestic manufacturers and discourage imports, […] Read more
Riding the Sun- Solar Inverter Market Outlook Report Updated On Fri, Jul 17th, 2020 by Saurenergy The boom in renewable energy has created a thriving new industry segment today in India, with most attention focused on the modules or PV panels. However, there is another, critical component in solar and other renewable energy systems that has emerged with its own unique rules of engagement. The solar inverter market. The inverter market […] Read more
Vellore Smart City Tenders for 1.2 MW Solar Power Plant Updated On Thu, Jul 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy Vellore Smart City Limited (VSCL) has issued a tender for setting up of 1.2 MW solar power plant near the Palar river in the state of Tamil Nadu. Vellore Smart City Limited (VSCL) has issued a tender, inviting bids from eligible firms for setting up of 1.2 MW ground-mounted solar power plant in the ABD […] Read more
96 Major Cities Launch Clean Energy Initiatives in Response to COVID Updated On Thu, Jul 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy A coalition of mayors of 96 cities across the world have launched a new agenda focusing on health, clean air, and new jobs for post-COVID-19 recovery. A coalition of mayors of 96 cities across the world, including New Delhi, representing 700 million people have launched a new agenda focusing on health, clean air and new jobs for […] Read more
NHPC Seeking EPC Contractors for 40 MW Solar Plant in Odisha Updated On Thu, Jul 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy NHPC has issued a tender, inviting bids from eligible firms for taking up EPC contract for a 40 MW grid-connected solar project in Jaganath Prasad, Odisha. NHPC has issued a tender, inviting bids from eligible firms for taking up the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract for a 40 MW grid-connected solar power project in […] Read more
Hitachi ABB Power Grids Launches ‘Grid-eMotion’ EV Charging System Updated On Thu, Jul 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy Hitachi ABB Power Grids has launched its new grid-to-plug EV charging system – Grid-eMotion Fleet, that delivers a step-change approach for public transport and commercial operators. Hitachi ABB Power Grids has launched its new grid-to-plug EV charging system – Grid-eMotion Fleet, that delivers a step-change approach for public transport and commercial operators. The smart mobility […] Read more
Freyr Energy Seeks A Growth Surge With App Launch Updated On Thu, Jul 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy Hyderabad based Freyr Energy, which is focused in the rooftop solar sector with a strong presence in the commercial and residential rooftop segments, has set its sights on a larger national presence. To achieve this, the firm has launched a mobile app- SunPro+ exclusively for solar users, that it claims will help potential customers through […] Read more
Pattern Energy Looking to Raise $700 Mn From Senior Notes Updated On Wed, Jul 15th, 2020 by Saurenergy Pattern Energy has announced the pricing of its offering of USD 700 million aggregate principal amount of 4.50 percent Senior Notes due 2028. Pattern Energy Operations LP and Pattern Energy Operations Inc have announced the pricing of their offering of USD 700 million aggregate principal amount of 4.50 percent Senior Notes due 2028. The firm […] Read more
NHPC Awards LoA for 400 MW ISTS-Connected Solar Projects Updated On Wed, Jul 15th, 2020 by Saurenergy NHPC has issued a letter of award (LoA) to a Solar Power Developer (SPD) for ISTS-connected solar projects for balance 400 MW capacity in its 2 GW tender NHPC, India’s premier hydropower company which has diversified its portfolio to include solar power business has announced that it has issued a letter of award (LoA) to a […] Read more
