Solar Module Prices Continue To Search For Bottom As Cell Prices Decline Further Updated On Wed, Sep 20th, 2023 by Saurenergy PV Infolink, the Chinese solar research consultancy whose weekly spot prices bulletin serves as a key indicator for many, has, in its latest report, continued to bring bad news for manufacturers. Bad, because even as one would assume price drops are good for developers and eventually consumers, the persistent weakness risks putting growth at risk […] Read more
Odisha Issues Tender For Solar Pumps Under PM-KUSUM Scheme Updated On Mon, Sep 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA) has now issued a tender seeking suppliers for off-grid solar pumps under the PM-KUSUM scheme. The state agency has sought vendors to install and commission off-grid solar pumps of 1 Horsepower (HP) to 7.5 HP. The agency has asked vendors to submit hard copies of their bids by […] Read more
Grumblings From European Solar Manufacturers Start Over Falling Prices Updated On Mon, Sep 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy At SaurEnergy, even as solar manufacturing has been incentivised, pushed and supported by every means possible, we have regularly highlighted the need to consider the sustainability of it all. Well, the first rumblings have already started, not from the manufacturers who are establishing new capacities, but from already established players in Europe. In an open […] Read more
Inox Bags Nitrogen Deal With First Solar For Tamil Nadu PV Plant Updated On Fri, Sep 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy INOX Air Products (INOXAP), India’s largest manufacturer of industrial and medical gases, has signed a 20-year agreement with First Solar, the American manufacturer of thin film solar modules which is starting commercial production at Tamil Nadu soon. The agreement covers the design, engineering, installation, and operations of a Cryogenic Nitrogen Generator to supply high-purity Nitrogen […] Read more
SOFAR Introduces Prime PV & ESS Solutions at RE+ 2023, Las Vegas Updated On Thu, Sep 14th, 2023 by Saurenergy A firm that delves into PV & Energy Storage Solutions (ESS), SOFAR has made its debut at RE+, a conference on renewables in Las Vegas, with innovations tailored for utility and residential applications. The firm has indicated its intensified focus on North American solar and storage market. Across all segments of the renewable energy industry, […] Read more
103.5 MW Solar Park in Netherlands is Powered by JA Solar Updated On Wed, Sep 13th, 2023 by Saurenergy China-based firm, JA Solar Technology Co Ltd, which makes solar products will be providing equipment for a solar project in the Netherlands for a capacity of 103.5 MW. The solar project, the Fledderbosch park, is expected to go live early next year. JA Solar Technology has bagged the contract from Dutch developer Ecorus. The solar […] Read more
Solar Grade Nitric Acid Exemplifies Innovation & Progress in India’s Solar Sector Updated On Wed, Sep 13th, 2023 by Saurenergy In recent years, India has become a major player in the global solar energy scenario. By February 2023, the country had an impressive total renewable energy capacity of 168.96 gigawatts (GW), including 64.38 GW from solar power. However, to meet the 2030 goal of reaching 280 GW in solar capacity, India needs to add about […] Read more
First Solar Wins 2 GW Order from Longroad Energy for Thin-Film Solar Modules Updated On Wed, Sep 13th, 2023 by Saurenergy US-headquartered solar PV manufacturer, First Solar has scored a 2 GW worth of order from a US-based renewable energy developer, Longroad Energy. The order is for its thin-film photovoltaic (PV) modules. The order is scheduled for delivery between 2027 and 2029. The said firms presently have a framework agreement for 3.7 GW. This will augment […] Read more
US On Course For Record 32 GW Solar Capacity Additions in 2023 Updated On Fri, Sep 8th, 2023 by Saurenergy A new report from the US solar lobby Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie predicts a record addition of 32 GW of new capacity in 2023, a 52% increase from 2022. The US Solar Market Insight Q3 2023 report paints a positive picture of growth for the sector, especially with the IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) […] Read more