West Bengal Proposes Allowing Net-Metering Only Upto 500 Kw Updated On Wed, Oct 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Unlike several state power regulators which allowed net-metering for higher capacities, the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) has proposed allowing net-meter for rooftop solar only upto 500 MW of capacities. This is in contrast to states like Rajasthan, Gujarat and others which have allowed net-metering for rooftop solar consumers upto 1 MW capacities. The […] Read more
Premier Energies Signs 173.35 MWp MSA with BrightNight India Updated On Wed, Oct 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Premier Energies International Private Ltd., a subsidiary of Premier Energies Limited, has signed a Module Supply Agreement (MSA) with BN Hybrid Power-1 Private Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) of BrightNight India. According to the filing at the BSE by Premier Energies, it will supply 173.35 MWp of solar modules featuring the latest Topcon technology […] Read more
Assam Issues Its First Standalone BESS Tender For 25 MW Updated On Tue, Oct 8th, 2024 by Saurenergy The New and Green Energy of Assam (NGEAL) has now issued its first standalone tender for the development of a 25 MW/100MWh of Battery Energy Storage (BESS) plant in the state. The agency has planned to develop the standalone BESS center at the Kurkurmara 400 KV grid substation in the Kamrup district of Assam. NGEAL […] Read more
SECI Awards 600 MW Hybrid Project At Tariff Of Rs 3.25/kWh Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy SECI recently allocated a 600 MW Hybrid Power Project to three companies namely: Juniper Green, ACME And Sembcorp. Among the four bidders, the Renewable Energy Implementing Agency reported the lowest tariff of Rs 3.25/kWh. According to its recent announcement, SECI awarded the project to Juniper Green Energy, ACME Solar Holdings, and Sembcorp Green Infra to […] Read more
MNRE Issues Revised Standards For PM-KUSUM Scheme Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently updated its standards and specifications for solar photovoltaic (SPV) systems under the PM-KUSUM scheme. The government proposed to update the standards and specifications to include new technology and improve eqiopment used in such projects. The government has sought recommendations from the stakeholders till October 31, 2024. […] Read more
GAIL and AMG enter into a 2.5 GW RE Agreement Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy GAIL (India) Ltd and AM Green (AMG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of up to 2.5 GW of solar-wind hybrid renewable energy projects across India. The deal would also involve a study on the utilization of around 350 kta (kilotons per annum) of CO2 generated by GAIL at its gas processing […] Read more
IEX September Update- Green Market Grows 214% Growth Updated On Mon, Oct 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Indian Energy Exchange, India’s pre-eminent electricity exchange, achieved total monthly volume (including certificates) of 11,370 MU in September’24, marking a 24% year on year increase. The electricity volume (including green electricity volume) during the month at 10,332 MU, increased 21% YoY. The renewable energy certificates (REC) at 1,031MU, increased 100% YoY. At Rs 110 […] Read more
IRENA Report On Renewable Jobs Claims 18% Jump In 2023 Updated On Thu, Oct 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy 2023 saw the highest ever increase in renewable energy jobs, from 13.7 million in 2022 to 16.2 million, according to the newly released Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2024 by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO). The 18% year-on-year leap reflects the strong growth of renewables generating capacities, together […] Read more
Odisha Clears Rs.4,671 Cr Investment For 749.9 MW Renewable Projects Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy Single Window Committee (SWC) of Odisha’s Energy Department granted in-principle approval for renewable energy projects worth Rs.4,671.81 crore. A major decision, the move helps to advance the state toward a green energy future. The approvals were granted in the 7th meeting of SWC. The total capacity of the renewable energy projects approved is 749.9 MW. […] Read more
