Maharashtra Plans Allowing Virtual Net-Metering To Boost RTS Updated On Thu, May 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy In a bid to promote rooftop solar installations, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has proposed to allow virtual net-metering for residential consumers. The move is meant to empower the urban residents living in multistoried buildings to get the benefits of reducing the monthly electricity bills by adopting solar power through virtual net-meters. The same […] Read more
GUVNL Issues List of Tenderable PHP Sites With 14 GW Capacity Updated On Tue, May 21st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) has now issued the list of 16 reserved Pumped Hydro Storage Project (PHP) Sites. The state power utility said that these 16 PHP sites could be allocated under the competitive bidding process for the benefit of state public discoms. The total potential of PHPs from all the 16 […] Read more
ADB Approves $148.5mn To Boost RE, Power Distribution In Sikkim Updated On Fri, May 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $148.5 million loan to help strengthen, modernize, and climate-proof distribution systems to enhance the reliability, quality, and resilience of electricity supply in Sikkim, India. The scope of work also includes boosting renewable energy systems. Philippines-headquartered ADB will help develop a financial sustainability strategy and a plan to […] Read more
Grid Optimization: Heimdall Power’s Magic Balls Make A Mark Updated On Wed, May 15th, 2024 by Saurenergy As our energy demands evolve and renewable sources become increasingly integrated into our power networks, the need for innovative solutions to optimize grid performance has never been more pressing. Especially with higher injections of variable renewable energy, grid optimisation has never been more important. The new form of cutting-edge technologies, from advanced sensors and smart […] Read more
Tesla Gets Approval For Shanghai Megapack Energy Storage Battery Plant Updated On Tue, May 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy Tesla will be building a Megapack energy storage battery plant in China. The EV maker battery plant will come up near its electric vehicle gigafactory in Shanghai. According to a report, Tesla will invest around CNY1.5 billion (USD200 million) in the new megafactory. The factory will cover an area of about 20 hectares in the […] Read more
Solis Seminar- Understanding the Battery Reserve Function and its Importance Updated On Tue, May 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy Background Power storage solutions have become essential for households worldwide, ensuring uninterrupted electricity during power failures and network disruptions. For instance, in natural disasters, home energy storage systems can provide continuous power – critical in such conditions. By storing renewable energy like solar power, these systems reduce grid dependency and overall energy consumption, optimizing electricity […] Read more
Dutch Offshore Wind Plant To Have Floating Radars To Protect Birds Updated On Fri, May 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Hague-based Robin Radars will be deploying radars at offshore wind farms to protect birds and bats from related accidents. Robin will set up four flagship MAX bird detection radars to support Ecowende in its ecological wind farm off the Dutch coast. Ecowende is pressing for a sustainable future for offshore wind; one that positively […] Read more
Clean Energy Investments Driving Global Job Creation, Finds Study Updated On Thu, May 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Investment in the manufacturing of clean energy technologies, especially solar PV and batteries is expediting the process of creating new jobs and employment opportunities, according to a new report published by International Energy Agency. The agency said that investments related to clean energy technologies have become a powerful economic driver globally. The global investment in […] Read more
SMA 2024 Fiscal Year Sales: Profitability In Line With Expectations Updated On Thu, May 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Germany-based SMA Solar Technology AG completed the first quarter of 2024 which the company claims lines with their expectations. The group sales totalled €361.8 million and were thus at the same level as the previous year (Q1 2023: €367.2 million). SMA said in a statement, “As expected, sales in the home solutions and commercial & […] Read more