First Solar Signs PPA With Cleantech Solar To Procure 150 MW Facility Updated On Thu, Jan 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy First Solar, an American solar technology company entered into a 15-year, captive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Cleantech Solar, a renewable energy solutions provider operating in India and Southeast Asia, the firm said. Under the agreement, Cleantech Solar will construct 150 megawatts (MW) of photovoltaic (PV) solar and 16.8 MW of wind-generating assets in Tamil […] Read more
Top 5 Countries With The Fastest Increase In Solar Capacity In 2023 Updated On Thu, Jan 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy As 2023 comes to an end and 2024 is upon is, it could be considered an interesting exercise in retrospect to look upon the countries that shone in terms of adding solar capacity in the past year, leading the rest of us into the future. Here are the top 5 countries with the fastest increase […] Read more
NTPC Objects To Solar Cell Imports From China, Loses Case Before CERC Updated On Tue, Jan 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy In a recent case before the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), Indian power behemoth NTPC objected to the plan of a solar power developer to continue importing solar cells at higher prices. The development came to the fore when Solairepro Urja Pvt Ltd, a Pune-based solar developer, moved CERC seeking compensation. The firm demanded compensation […] Read more
Trina Solar’s 210mm Modules Hit 100 GW Milestone in 2023 Updated On Tue, Jan 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy Trina Solar has announced that by November-end, more than 100 GW of its 210mm modules had been shipped, leading the industry in terms of shipping, power production, and module dimension standardization. The 210 mm module hit the market in the year 2020. It has been the flagship offering from the global firm for the evolving […] Read more
Floating Solar Demonstrator In Spain Promises Lower Costs Updated On Tue, Jan 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy Recently, GCL SI and Ocean Sun announced the successful completion of the BOOST floating solar demonstrator. On December 14, 2023, the project culminated at the port of Tazacorte on La Palma in Spain, with an installed capacity of 270 kWp. BOOST showcases the utilization of the GCL MS/60GT Ocean Sun PV modules (“The Module”) and […] Read more
My Vote Goes To String PV Inverters Against Central Inverters: Kevin George, Regional Sales Head, GoodWe Updated On Fri, Dec 29th, 2023 by Saurenergy GoodWe is a leading global manufacturer and innovator of residential and commercial smart solar inverters, energy storage solutions and PV building materials. The brand stood among the top three solar PV inverters in Europe in 2022. Kevin George, Regional Sales Head, GoodWe (solar inverters in residential, C&I and utility sector) sheds light on the offerings […] Read more
Karnataka Plans To Boost Solar Energy In Buildings, Unveils Action Plan Updated On Fri, Dec 29th, 2023 by Saurenergy Karnataka has now planned to boost the usage of solar energy in its buildings. It has also planned to boost green buildings in the state. The state recently unveiled its ‘State Energy Efficiency Action Plan,’ outlining a strategic shift from conventional to solar-led electrification of buildings. The plan emphasizes the importance of BEE (Bureau of […] Read more
Waaree Renewable Collaborates With 5B Industries To Boost Utility-Scale PV Projects Updated On Fri, Dec 29th, 2023 by Saurenergy Indian Solar EPC company--Waaree Renewable Technologies Limited announced a Long Form Heads of Agreement (LFHOA) with 5B Industries PTY LTD, an innovative solar solution company to accelerate the deployment of utility-grade solar power locally in India as well as in international markets with a US-compliant supply chain. The collaboration is likely to open avenues for […] Read more
Sterlite Power Acquires Neemrana II Kotputli Transmission Limited from PFC Updated On Thu, Dec 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy Sterlite Power, a power transmission developer and solutions provider in India and Brazil, has announced the acquisition of Neemrana II Kotputli Transmission Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) from PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL). PFCCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise. The project was awarded to […] Read more