Maharashtra: NTPC Looks For Land To Build 600 MW Solar Project Updated On Mon, Oct 21st, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC Limited has now issued a tender seeking land to develop 600 MW of solar projects in the Dhule region of Maharashtra and the successful evacuation of the clean power from the region. The power behemoth has invited the bids from bidder with prior experience in execution for grid connected Solar PV Projects/Solar Parks or […] Read more
MNRE’s Plan To Boost Off-Grid Solar In Tribal Areas Gets Impetus Updated On Mon, Oct 21st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has secured the sanction of the President for the implementation of its revised funding for the Solar Power Scheme (for tribal and PVTG Habitations/Villages) under PM JANMAN and Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM JUGA). This replaces the previous New Solar Power Scheme (for Particularly Vulnerable […] Read more
Avaada Energy Secures Rs 597 Crore Refinancing for PV Projects Updated On Wed, Oct 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy Avaada Energy, a subsidiary of the Avaada Group, has secured Rs 597 crore ($71.1 million) in refinancing for its commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects. These projects are located in Karnataka and Maharashtra. The refinancing was provided by NIIF Infrastructure Finance Limited (NIIF IFL), an infrastructure debt fund focused on refinancing operational infrastructure projects. Avaada’s […] Read more
Rooftop Solar Can Increase Local Temperature, Says Research Updated On Mon, Oct 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy A recent research showed that rooftop solar can raise temperatures during the daytime and lower them at nighttime. These findings were based on a city-wise simulation on photovoltaic solar panels on rooftops. The research indicated that the conventional photovoltaic solar panels may increase temperatures on hot days and lower them at night, said new modelling. […] Read more
Gensol Bags 23 MW Rooftop Solar Contract In UAE Updated On Mon, Oct 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy Gensol Engineering Limited has announced that it has been awarded a prestigious contract by UAE’s leading sustainable development and clean energy development company for the design, construction, and long-term operation and maintenance of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for the engineering facilities of a leading aviation company in Dubai. With a total installed capacity of 23,178 kWp (23 […] Read more
The Rise of Solar Co-ops: Collective Action for Installation Initiatives Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy By-Shreesh Chaturvedi India, now the world’s most populous country with 1.4 billion people, faces heightened energy demands due to its expanding population and robust economic growth. In response, the country has committed to reducing its carbon intensity by over 45% by 2030, achieving 50% of its total electric power capacity from renewable sources by 2030, […] Read more
Maharashtra To Use DMF Funds To Deploy Solar Fencing Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra government has planned to use District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds to deploy solar fencing in 160 villages in the Yavatmal district. The Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) has issued a tender inviting bids from EPC companies for this project. Solar fencing helps farmers protect their crops by preventing animals from entering agricultural fields, […] Read more
Saatvik Solar Wins 213 MW Solar PV Modules Contract From L&T Updated On Wed, Oct 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Indian solar module maker Saatvik Solar has inked an agreement with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to supply a 213 MW order for solar PV modules. This order is designated for L&T Energy’s 245 MW Bihar Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project. Of this, 185 MW will power a solar PV grid-connected power plant, while 45.4 […] Read more
Nextracker Opens Centre for Solar Excellence In Hyderabad Updated On Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy Nextracker, a leading global provider of intelligent solar trackers, foundations, and software solutions, has inaugurated its third, and India’s first Center for Solar Excellence (CFSE) in Hyderabad, India. Spanning across 13 acres this state-of-the-art facility will serve to advance solar tracker technology. The CFSE will feature a 30,000 square foot, state-of-the-art lab, a comprehensive solar tracker […] Read more