INDIA Marches Ahead Updated On Wed, Dec 13th, 2017 by Saurenergy As 2017 comes to an end, it is worth taking a holistic look at the Indian solar market to analyze key trends, challenges and outlook. By many accounts, the Indian solar power industry is on a roll. According to a report released by consulting firm Bridge to India, India is expected to reach an installed […] Read more
HEEDING the Call for CYBER SECURITY in Renewable Energy Updated On Mon, Dec 11th, 2017 by Saurenergy This is a challenge, but even more so, it is an opportunity to advance the collective technologies towards the attainment of solar cyber security worldwide. In 2012, a computer virus, dubbed Stuxnet, disabled 1000 of Iran’s 5000 centrifuges, detailing a joint US-Israel cyber security attack on Iran that undermined its nuclear enrichment facilities. In 2014, Unit […] Read more
Sinacon PV Central Inverters Launched in India by Siemens India Updated On Thu, Dec 7th, 2017 by Saurenergy A solar PV inverter converts the variable direct current (DC) output of a photovoltaic solar panel into a utility frequency alternating current (AC). Siemens India launched with Sinacon PV a new generation of photovoltaic (PV) central inverters with an output up to 5,000 kVA. The inverter is part of the Siemens new electrical Balance of […] Read more
New Gate Drivers from Power Integrations Deliver up to 5 A, Reducing System Complexity and Cost Updated On Wed, Nov 29th, 2017 by Saurenergy SCALE-iDriver technology simplifies design and manufacturing by reducing BOM count; complete drivers can be built using a SID1102K IC and just eight external components. Power Integrations, the leader in IGBT and MOSFET driver technology for medium- and high-voltage inverter applications, has introduced the newest member of its SCALE-iDriver IC family, SID1102K, a single-channel, isolated, IGBT […] Read more
World’s Largest OPV System Installed on French School Roof Updated On Thu, Nov 16th, 2017 by Saurenergy The goal of this experimental project is to open the door to longer term and large-scale development of OPV technology. French multinational Engie has inaugurated the world’s largest organic photovoltaic (OPV) system on a roof at a school in France, with Heliatek’s technology. The 530m2 roof of the Pierre Mendès-France secondary school, in La Rochelle, […] Read more
Photovoltaik-Institut Berlin Sets Up Indian Subsidiary Updated On Wed, Nov 15th, 2017 by Saurenergy Consultation and monitoring can help developers identify and remedy mistakes during the planning, module production, transport or installation phases. PV Consultancy, Photovoltaik-Institut Berlin (PI Berlin) has established a subsidiary based in Delhi, India. The new company says demand is high in India for services, such as laboratory tests for modules and quality assurance during the […] Read more
Hanergy Enhances its Green Development Efforts in the Transportation and Construction Industries Updated On Thu, Nov 2nd, 2017 by Saurenergy As a world leading thin-film solar company, Hanergy has been actively pushing forward green innovation, particularly in the transportation and construction industries, and combining solar power technology with car, construction and other consumer electronics. Hanergy Holding Group, China’s largest thin-film solar cell manufacturer, announced that following the call for “green development” at the recent 19th […] Read more
Aurora to Deliver Decima 3T and Veritas Units to REC Group for Cell Optimization Updated On Thu, Nov 2nd, 2017 by Saurenergy Aurora’s Decima 3T and Veritas units are expected to ship in January 2018, with a letter of intent for additional units. Aurora Solar Technologies Inc., a leader in inline measurement and control technology for the photovoltaic manufacturing industry, is pleased to announce that it has received an initial order from REC Group for two Decima […] Read more
Tata Power Delhi Distribution and GIZ Sign MoU for Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Oct 31st, 2017 by Saurenergy The Memorandum of Understanding includes Tata Power and GIZ to work jointly for the achievement of common goals and utility objectives related to promotion of grid-connected solar rooftop PV, energy storage system, electric vehicle and smart grid initiatives. Tata Power Delhi Distribution, India’s leading power distribution company and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) have […] Read more
