Maharashtra Plans Swiss Challenge Method for Floating Solar Power Bids Updated On Mon, Jun 11th, 2018 by Saurenergy The Swiss challenge system says anyone with the suitable credentials can submit a development proposal to the government for the projects. Thereafter the proposal will be put online and the other interesting parties can suggest the changes in the proposal. Also, they can oppose it. To finalize a bidder to set up the floating solar […] Read more
Lower Incentives for Chinese Solar Developers to Benefit India, says ICRA Updated On Thu, Jun 7th, 2018 by Saurenergy Revision in feed-in tariff rates and imposition of installation caps for solar power projects by the Chinese government is expected to negatively affect the demand for solar modules in China. Credit rating agency ICRA said that the reduction in subsidies for solar energy projects in China will benefit Indian solar independent power producers (IPPs) with softer module prices. The agency said in a statement […] Read more
MahaMetro to Save Rs 12 Cr on Power Bills by Going Solar Updated On Tue, Jun 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy The cost of solar power per unit is Rs 3.58 whereas the MSEDCL supplies it for Rs 9.67 per unit. On top of the three metro stations, the MahaMetro has started installing solar panels that will supply power to stations. In order to save charges on its power bills, MahaMetro will supply solar power to […] Read more
Suzlon Energy Posts Q4 Net Loss at Rs 470 Cr; 340 MW Solar Projects Commissioned Updated On Thu, May 31st, 2018 by Saurenergy There is traction across all new and emerging segments in the sector as evidenced in several positive policy actions for offshore, wind‐solar hybrid, repowering, captive, and feed‐in‐tariff for small projects upto 25 MW, says Tulsi Tanti. Solar & other renewable energy solutions provider Suzlon Energy reported its consolidated net loss at Rs 469.85 crore in […] Read more
Bescom Eyes Solar Power to Meet Bengaluru’s Surging Demand Updated On Wed, May 30th, 2018 by Saurenergy The city consumes more than 50 percent of the power generated in Karnataka and the demand is growing by the day. To meet the demand, which is surging sharply, the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) has turned to tap solar energy in a big way. After the world’s largest solar plant in Pavagada was commissioned […] Read more
SECI Named Nodal Agency to Implement 2,500 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project Updated On Mon, May 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy The eligible capacity for bidding will be a minimum 200 MW and maximum 500 MW by a bidder with project capacity of at least 50 MW at one project site. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has appointed Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) as the nodal agency for setting up of 2,500 […] Read more
Solar-based WAAS Model Can Improve Access to Affordable Irrigation: Report Updated On Mon, May 28th, 2018 by Saurenergy A study by CEEW has found that half of the 1,600 farmers surveyed across the state expressed dissatisfaction due to depleting water tables and high expenditure on diesel. With multiple problems farmers facing in the country including reducing water table and high expenditure on diesel to run their pumps to irrigate their lands, the Council […] Read more
Government Apathy a Bottleneck for Solar Energy Push Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The delays haven’t gone down well with the prosumers (consumer and producer of solar power), who after investing their money on installing solar panels and getting all the paperwork done, are upset at seeing their installations lie idle. The cabinet had approved the state solar policy last year. The onus is on the government to […] Read more
Consumers, Integrators Seek Single-window for Solar Power Projects in Goa Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The integrators were attending the Goa Conference’s second edition on Solar Energy in Panaji, the capital of Goa. They vigorously questioned the role of the electricity department and the GEDA. To deal with all grid-connected solar power projects, Integrators and consumers of solar power systems have appealed for a single window system for smooth installations. […] Read more
