South Africa Secures 975 MW of Solar Energy PPAs in 5th Tender Updated On Tue, Dec 13th, 2022 by Saurenergy South Africa seems to be gaining speed on renewables. The country has authorized power purchase agreements (PPAs) for a capacity of 975 MW of renewable energy projects under the ongoing Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). The official statement of the government read, “Bid Window 6 asked for new generation capacity of 4,200 […] Read more
Mahindra CIE Automotive Takes 27% Stake in Captive Power Developer Strongsun Solar Updated On Tue, Dec 13th, 2022 by Saurenergy Automotive component maker and supplier Mahindra CIE Automotive has said that it has invested Rs 2.42 crore in Strongsun Solar. Mahindra has made the investment through a subscription of 3,03,250 equity shares of Rs 10 each of Strongsun Solar which will constitute 27.35% of the post-issue paid-up capital of the renewable energy company. Strongsun Solar […] Read more
MSEDCL Discovers Price of Rs 9.0/kWh in 250 MW Solar with Storage Tender Updated On Tue, Dec 13th, 2022 by Saurenergy The 250 MW solar project power purchase auction for the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL) has concluded Ayana Renewables Power Private Limited (ARPPL) and NTPC Renewable Energy as the winners. MSEDCL’s decided opening tariff was 9.65/kWh, while the awarded capacity tariff was 9.0/kWh. Ayana Renewables Power Private Ltd (ARPPL) and NTPC Renewable Energy, both […] Read more
NIIFL Signs Agreement with Tamil Nadu for Renewable Energy Projects Updated On Tue, Dec 13th, 2022 by Saurenergy The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Ltd (NIIFL) has announced that it has signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu Infrastructure Development Board (TNIDB) to attract investment in infrastructure development in the southern state. This will also include attracting commercial capital in the renewable energy sector. The State Government of Tamil Nadu has set up […] Read more
Saudi Arabia Announces 10 New Renewable Energy Projects Updated On Mon, Dec 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is mulling over the development of 10 new renewable energy projects in the country. According to reports, the new RE projects are aimed at enhancing the power generated from solar and wind sources and further reducing the use of fossil fuels – especially oil – to generate electricity. The new […] Read more
WBPDCL Seeks Bids for 2nd 5 MW Floating Solar Tender at Sagardighi Updated On Mon, Dec 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy A 5 MW grid-connected floating solar project on a raw water pond at Sagardighi thermal power station has been invited for bids by West Bengal Power Development Corporation (WBPDCL) via an e-tender and reverse auction. Within ten months of getting the work order, the project must be put into operation. The state’s previous largest floating […] Read more
Netherlands Looking to Tender its Largest Offshore Wind Power Projects Next Year Updated On Mon, Dec 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy The Netherlands is expediting to expand the renewable energy development in a bid to end fossil fuel imports from Russia and decarbonize its economy. In a latest key development, the Netherlands’ Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK) has said that it is working on plans to amalgamate the first four offshore wind energy […] Read more
Lightsource BP Concludes Financing on Australian Solar Projects Updated On Mon, Dec 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy Leading solar developer Lightsource BP has reached financial close on Australian solar projects of 515 MW worth US$365 mn. This 515 MW project capacity entails 425 MW Wellington North Solar Farm that is under development near Dubbo in central west New South Wales (NSW) and the 90 MW Wunghnu Solar Farm located in Victoria’s Goulburn […] Read more
Solar Manufacturing Seeks A China Fix As Regions Push For Energy Security Updated On Mon, Dec 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy Solar manufacturing, until now synonymous with giant factories in China is now finding its roots in several new hotspots worldwide. Initiatives to boost solar manufacturing are being taken worldwide as the world has accelerated the efforts to shift to renewables in a bid to move toward a sustainable future. Notably, over the last decade, the […] Read more
