India’s Renewable Capacity Crosses 200 GW Benchmark Updated On Mon, Oct 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy India’s renewable energy capacity has now crossed 200 GW, latest data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) revealed. As per the latest information from the agency, India’s total renewable capacity (excluding large hydro) touched 154 GW while India’s large hydro projects touched 46 GW capacity by the end of September 2024. A comparison of CEA’s […] Read more
Focus On Avoiding Renewable Curtailments-IEA Prescriptions Updated On Mon, Oct 14th, 2024 by Saurenergy Renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power are growing at a rapid pace. Naturally, the transition is also driving significant transformation for the global energy landscape. In 2024, global renewable energy capacity is expected to increase by almost 20 percent, building on the record growth of 60 percent seen in 2023. While this […] Read more
Renewable Fuels: A Powerful Ally in Decarbonisation, Yet Challenges Remain Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The global transition to renewable energy is no longer limited to the rapid deployment of solar and wind power. As the world advances toward a low-carbon future, renewable fuels such as bioenergy, hydrogen, and e-fuels are also playing a critical role in decarbonising sectors that are harder to electrify, such as transport, industry, and heating. […] Read more
How Monitoring Improves Decentralized Renewable Energy To Support Healthcare? Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy By-Rishikesh Mishra and Lanvin Concessao The availability of reliable electricity increases a healthcare facility’s ability to treat patients and serve the community. Electricity is critical to operate basic equipment such as lights, fans and water pumps, but also run lifesaving equipment like baby warmers, oxygen concentrators, diagnostics, and vaccine freezers and refrigerators. In regions where […] Read more
Key Global Policy Trends Accelerating the Renewable Energy Revolution Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The transition to renewable energy is not just a technological shift; it’s a complex interplay of policies, market dynamics, and societal acceptance. As the world grapples with climate change, energy security, and economic resilience, governments are increasingly recognizing the need to enhance their renewable energy strategies. This blog outlines key policy trends driving renewable energy […] Read more
MNRE To Fund Innovative Technologies Under PM Surya Ghar Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy To further support the development of innovative projects under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojna, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued latest guidelines laying down new norms under the ‘Innovative Projects’ component of the scheme. The objectives of the Innovative Projects for Rooftop Solar are: a. To identify and fund new […] Read more
Karnataka Amends RPO Norms To Align With Centre’s Trajectory Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in its latest order, has proposed amending its state regulation on Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs). This proposal arises at a time when the RPO trajectory released by the Ministry of Power contradicts the state’s regulations on the matter. KERC issued the KERC (Procurement of Energy from Renewable Sources) (Eighth […] Read more
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
Torrent Power Wins 2000 MW Energy Storage Contract From MSEDCL Updated On Wed, Oct 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Torrent Power Ltd has won a letter of award from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) for long-term supply of 2,000 MW energy storage capacity from Torrent Power’s InSTS Connected Pumped Hydro Storage Plant in Maharashtra. Of the 2,000 MW energy storage contract, 1,500 MW had been confirmed earlier by Torrent Power through an […] Read more
