Solar, Wind Offers $12 Bn Climate Benefit To US In 2023, Finds Study Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy A recent article by Berkeley Lab investigated the impact of wind and solar energy generation on climate and air quality benefits in the United States from 2019 to 2022. It highlights how wind and solar power have contributed to reducing emissions by displacing fossil fuel output. The Berkeley Lab report underscores the importance of understanding […] Read more
UPERC Amends Rules To Expedite Rooftop Solar Installations Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has now amended its existing rooftop solar rules of 2019 to pave the way for faster installations of rooftop solar systems. As per the revised rules, the state commission has mandated the state discoms to complete the process of Technical Feasibility Reports (TFRs) within 15 days. The Commission […] Read more
BHEL Invites Bids For 300MW NHPC Floating Solar Project In Odisha Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has released a tender for conducting civil works for the proposed 300MW Rengali floating solar project at Odisha for NHPC. It invited tender for civil works for the 300MW Rengali floating solar project at Odisha for NHPC. The tender mentioned that the estimated value of the contract – Rs. 2,33,29,072.00 […] Read more
US-Based FTC Solar Brings Hail Stow Solution For Hailstorm Damage Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy US-based FTC Solar has announced the release of its Automated Hail Stow Solution, meant to lessen hailstorm damage to solar panels. This approach uses cutting-edge technology in conjunction with meteorological data to dynamically reposition solar panels, reducing the risk of damage from hail. According to FTC Solar, solar panel systems are particularly vulnerable to hail […] Read more
Changing Dynamics: Indian Green Firms Shift Focus On Energy Storage Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy In March 2022, India’s leading renewable energy company Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) collaborated with another Indian leading player in the energy storage systems–Greenko. The partnership was to seek the Hyderabad-based company’s assistance in getting Round-The-Clock (RTC) power for AGEL’s projects through Greenko’s PSP assets. PSPs are often termed as giant batteries which can storage […] Read more
Climate Risk for Renewable Energy Projects & Parametric Insurance Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy Amidst the global conversation on climate change, the renewable energy sector finds itself at a critical juncture. As we grapple with shifting weather patterns and rising temperatures, the sector faces significant challenges in maintaining its infrastructure and ensuring operational efficiency. Research suggests a 12% reduction in wind turbine capacity by the century’s end, and a […] Read more
US Releases New Rule To Incentivise Clean Energy Production Under IRA Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy The US Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed guidance on the Clean Electricity Production Credit and Clean Electricity Investment Credit under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This guideline was established by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), to provide clarity to developers of clean electricity projects. This guidance is expected […] Read more
Expediting Clean Energy Transition Improves Living Standards: IEA Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy Transitions to clean energy are affecting the cost of living the world over. According to a new report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), speeding up the move to clean energy technologies improves the affordability of energy and can relieve pressures on the cost of living more broadly The IEA report, Strategies for Affordable and […] Read more
News Briefs May 30- Google, Meta Solar PPAs, LONGi’s Hi Mo X6 Modules… Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy Google Signs First Solar PPAs In Japan Technology giant Alphabet, which owns Google, has signed its first solar PPAs in Japan. The virtual power purchase agreements (PPAs) adding up to 60 MW have been signed with two Japanese companies. The larger firm, involved with 40 MW of the planned capacity is Clean Energy Connect (CEC), […] Read more
