MNRE sets new capacity addition target of 16,660 MW for green energy Updated On Mon, Jun 6th, 2016 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has set the uppermost capacity addition target of 16,660 MW for the clean power sector this fiscal. The target is close to four times the capacity target that the government set in the previous year. MNRE expects solar segment to achieve its highest-ever annual capacity in the current […] Read more
SoftBank’s investments in India to surpass $10 billion in 5-10 years Updated On Wed, Jun 1st, 2016 by Saurenergy Japanese telecom and Internet giant SoftBank has announced that its investments in the country will surpass USD 10 billion in 5-10 years. Chief Executive Masayoshi Son to PTI said SoftBank will make its first USD 350 million investment in a solar project in India and expand in next 5-10 years, probably around USD 10 billion. […] Read more
MNRE sets target for Commercial & Industrial sector for FY 2016-17 Updated On Fri, May 20th, 2016 by Saurenergy Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is implementing a Grid connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants Programme. The Government has set a target of 40,000 MWp of grid interactive rooftop solar (RTS) PV plants by 2022. These RTS plants will be set up in residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, Government/ PSU sectors ranging from […] Read more
PROINSO to expand operations in Indonesia Updated On Thu, May 19th, 2016 by Saurenergy PROINSO has announced that it will open a new operation in Indonesia’s West Java province. PROINSO will have distribution and integrated products available in Indonesia along with experienced local EPM division, PT. Surya Energi Indotama (SEI). A spokesperson for PROINSO said, “Indonesia is a market of major focus for PROINSO. With over 250 million people, […] Read more
GE Power and Partners convened to discuss the country’s evolving electricity landscape Updated On Thu, May 12th, 2016 by Saurenergy GE and partners convened distinguished members from the government of India, policy leaders and industry experts to discuss the country’s evolving electricity landscape and explore pathways towards a modern, affordable, reliable and sustainable energy future. The most prominent topics of discussion were energy efficiency and digital solutions for India, which were shown to have the […] Read more
Government to set up a pool of capital to fund research on green energy technologies: Piyush Goyal Updated On Wed, May 11th, 2016 by Saurenergy Minister of Power, Coal and New & Renewable Energy, Piyush Goyal delivering Keynote address on Tuesday at a conference on ‘The Future of Electricity’ said “the future of electricity in India rest on the pillars of affordability, sustainability and country’s energy security.” India’s electricity consumption is going to increase fourfold from 1.1 trillion units to […] Read more
TNB picks up 30% equity stake in GMR Energy’s select portfolio of assets Updated On Tue, May 10th, 2016 by Saurenergy Malaysian power utility,Tenaga Nasional Berhad (“TNB”) has announced its entry into Indian power sector after signing a Subscription Agreement (“SA”) and Shareholders Agreement (“SHA”) with GMR Energy Limited (“GEL”). The Management Committee of GMR Infrastructure Limited (GIL) approved the proposed primary capital investment by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (Tenaga) in GMR Energy Limited (GEL). The investment […] Read more
MNRE implementing schemes to promote use of renewable energy in rural areas: Piyush Goyal Updated On Tue, May 3rd, 2016 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) is implementing a Programme on “Off-Grid and Decentralized Solar Applications” to promote use of solar power through solar home lights, solar street lights, power plants, solar pumps and mini micro grids to meet the energy requirements of the rural areas in the country. Minister of State (IC) […] Read more
Tata Power to acquire renewable energy assets of Welspun Group: Report Updated On Mon, May 2nd, 2016 by Saurenergy Tata Power is reportedly gearing up to acquire the renewable energy assets of the diversified Welspun Group, valuing the 1,152 MW portfolios of operational solar and wind farms. The ET citing sources close to the company reports that the deal may be valued at close to $1.45 billion inclusive of debt. Both the companies are in final […] Read more
