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
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
Bundelkhand Expressway To Become UP’s First Solar Expressway Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has taken the first step towards building the state’s first solar expressway. It recently released a tender seeking developers to undertake this project. “The Bundelkhand Expressway is set to become the first ‘Solar Expressway’ in Uttar Pradesh. This 296-km-long stretch will have solar panels installed on both […] Read more
Trinasolar, Kiwi Solar & Trilect Partner For Agrivoltaics Project In New Zealand Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy Trinasolar, a photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions provider has joined forces with Kiwi Solar and Trilect to launch Waikato’s first-ever agrivoltaics project and marking Trinasolar’s third foray into dual use agricultural and solar farming in New Zealand. Set across 6.5 hectares of land, the new solar farm is equipped with 5,740 modules, featuring Trinasolar’s Vertex […] 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
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
SGEL Seeks Land To Build 200 MW Solar Project In Gujarat Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN subsidiary SGEL recently released a tender to set up a 200 MW project in Gujarat with an EPC package that includes land. This tender seeks to develop AC grid-connected solar power projects anywhere in Gujarat. The SGEL tender also includes comprehensive O&M for three years. SGEL has set November 5th, 2024, as the last […] Read more
PM Surya Ghar Adds Service Charges Under Rooftop Solar Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently clarified the provision of a ‘Service Charge’ added under the Operational Guidelines for the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna. The MNRE included a service charge equivalent to 1% of the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) component for residential consumers, amounting to Rs. 657 crores. The MNRE […] Read more
Off Grid Solar Market- 5 Key Takeaways From 2024 Trends Report Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy GOGLA and the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) of the World Bank have released the 2024 report on Solar Market Trends for Off Grid Solar (OGS). Released every two years, this 7th edition in the series covers 2022 and 2023. The latest Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report (MTR) 2024, warns that a 6-fold increase […] Read more
