One Million Solar Study Lamps Scheme successfully implemented Updated On Tue, Mar 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy A new project for distribution of 70 lakh solar study lamps in the states of Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand Odisha and Uttar Pradesh which was sanctioned by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in December 2016, is currently under implementation. The One Million Solar Study Lamps Scheme which was sanctioned in January 2014 for […] Read more
Florida Power & Light Inaugurates Four New Solar Projects Totaling 298 MW Updated On Tue, Mar 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy FPL’s solar expansion plays a significant role in its forward-looking strategy of making smart investments that generate affordable clean energy for customers. Florida Power & Light Company has announced the names and locations of four new solar power plants expected to begin powering customers by mid-2019. The newly announced solar sites are: FPL Interstate Solar […] Read more
ISMA Withdraws Solar Anti-Dumping Plea, to File Fresh Petition Next Week Updated On Tue, Mar 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy ISMA will now file a fresh petition with the Directorate General of Anti-Dumping and Allied Duties again in the next week. In a significant development, the Indian Solar Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has withdrawn a petition it had filed in July last year for anti-dumping investigation on solar cells and modules imported from China, Taiwan and […] Read more
ENGIE North America to Acquire SoCore Energy Updated On Tue, Mar 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy ENGIE has been working to expand its offerings in North America to address these needs. SoCore will be a key piece of ENGIE’s solution set for current and future customers. ENGIE North America Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire SoCore Energy, a fully-integrated solar developer and commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects with a […] Read more
Green Street Power Acquires NYC Solar Projects from SunPower Updated On Tue, Mar 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy SunPower Helix technology is expected to offset approximately 20,496 metric tons of CO2 from the 5 boroughs over the lifetime of the system, the equivalent of preserving 167 acres of forest. Stamford-headquartered Green Street Power Partners, LLC (GSPP) has acquired a portfolio of community solar projects all in Con Edison’s service zone, from a solar energy […] Read more
ISA Plans to Invite 50 Solar Proj Dev, Bankers at Action-to-Transaction Meet Updated On Mon, Mar 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy The move has come to provide golden opportunity for project developers, solar equipment manufacturers for interaction with banks to secure funds they are looking for the bankable solar energy and related projects for financing and implementation in India and ISA Member countries. The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) […] Read more
Brazil Set to Join International Solar Alliance Updated On Mon, Mar 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy Brazil has surpassed 1.1 GW of installed solar capacity, with large-scale facilities accounting for 935 MW. It has also started the process of joining the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). In a significant development, the National Congress of Brazil is reviewing a plan for the country to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA), says the […] Read more
Canadian Solar Secures $149m Loan for 53 MW in Japan Updated On Mon, Mar 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy The Oita Hijimachi solar power project is located in southern Japan. Construction of the project commenced in November 2017. Canadian Solar announced that it has secured a non-recourse project finance facility of up to JPY16 billion ($149 million) from Shinsei Bank, Limited for its 53.4 MWp Oita Hijimachi solar power project. The non-recourse facility has […] Read more
Microsoft Inks Landmark Solar Proj Deal with Sunseap for S’pore Updated On Mon, Mar 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy The IT giant will buy 100 per cent of the renewable energy attributes to the grid. This landmark agreement also marks progress for Singapore in the renewables sector. Microsoft Corp., the IT giant, has inked a 20-year pact with Sunseap Group that marks Microsoft’s first clean energy deal in Asia. It will also create the […] Read more
