Curbs On China Imports Fail To Slow Down Solar Imports For US In 2021 Updated On Mon, Dec 13th, 2021 by Saurenergy A research report from Rystad Energy lays bare the failure of US efforts to reduce dependence on Solar Imports, especially by curbing imports from China. According to the report, the US is on track to import a record 27.8 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV panels in 2021 from a range of countries, up from 26.7 […] Read more
CREDA Seeks Bids to Empanel Vendors for l kWp-500kWp Solar Projects Updated On Thu, Dec 9th, 2021 by Saurenergy Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA) has issued a new tender, inviting online bids to empanel vendors for the development of l kWp to 500kWp rooftop solar projects for residential use in the state. The deadline for the submission of online bid (technical + e-price bid) is January 5, 2022, at 5 PM. Submissions […] Read more
US SEC Initiates Investigation Against Tesla Over Disclosures Linked To Solar Tiles Updated On Tue, Dec 7th, 2021 by Saurenergy In a move widely seen as an acknowledgement of the complaint by a former Tesla employee, Steven Henkes, the US securities regulator, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has initiated investigations into the allegations on Tesla, for failing to notify its shareholders and the public about fire risks associated with its solar panel systems. The investigations […] Read more
At Intersolar India, Gujarat Demonstrates Why It Is India’s Solar Growth Engine Updated On Mon, Dec 6th, 2021 by Saurenergy At Intersolar India last week, the first doubt that was cleared very quickly was the choice of location. Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat, is known to most people more for its limited role as the seat of the state government, than any pretensions to be a thriving commercial or cultural hub. Barely 20 odd kilometres […] Read more
Solar Marketplace Otovo Powers Up German Presence Updated On Mon, Dec 6th, 2021 by Saurenergy Norwegian solar marketplace firm Otovo has started operations in Germany. That takes the country count to 7 for the firm launched in 2016 to make solar rooftop installations an easier task for customers. Otovo claims that over 500 installer companies work with Otovo in Europe. These companies select which types of solar systems they want […] Read more
Canadian BIPV Maker Mitrex Releases 800W Solar Panel Updated On Fri, Dec 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy Mitrex Integrated Solar Technology, a Canadian building integrated photovoltaics manufacturer, has released its largest tandem solar panel with a total power output of up to 800W. The panels are made in Canada using monocrystalline silicon solar cells and are equipped with Mitrex’s patented anti-reflecting technology which is said to optimize electricity generation. The Mitrex solar […] Read more
Optimising Solar PV Power Supply Systems Alongside Oil Generators Updated On Wed, Dec 1st, 2021 by Saurenergy Background In some areas of the world, the power grid can fail or shut down due to unstable supply or planned shutdowns via programs such as “load shedding” and can last an unknown amount of time. During this time, a standard grid connected solar PV system will also shut down. How can we ensure that […] Read more
India At 75 And Beyond. Solar’s Starring Role Updated On Mon, Nov 29th, 2021 by Saurenergy India’s Climate Pledges Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s pledge at the COP26 Climate Summit at Glasgow, not only laid down the roadmap for India to scale up contribution of renewable energy in the overall energy blend, it also set the ball rolling for exploring a new industrial model. India, which is the third largest emitter of […] Read more
Sambhar Salts Seeks Bids for 4000MW Ultra Mega Solar Project in Jaipur Updated On Mon, Nov 29th, 2021 by Saurenergy Sambhar Salts Limited (SSL), a subsidiary of Hindustan Salts Limited, has invited Expression of Interest (EoI) from relevant parties for the development of an ultra mega solar power project, with around 4000 MW capacity, at Sambhar district, Jaipur, Rajasthan. SSL will only provide land (as per the requirement of the project) available at its Sambhar unit, which has […] Read more