GUEST COLUMN: Understanding Ground-Mount Solar Systems Updated On Tue, Dec 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy By-Shreyas Gowda A ground-mount project is a solar system installed on land rather than a rooftop, such as a concrete floor or a metal sheet. It comprises an array of photovoltaic modules supported by a module mounting structure (MMS). The panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC), the current is transferred to the inverter through […] Read more
Jharkhand: DVC Opens Bid To Build 234 MW Floating Solar Project Updated On Tue, Dec 3rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) recently released a tender to build a 234 MW grid-tied floating solar PV (FSPV) plant. This project is located on DVC’s Maithon Dam Reservoir at Maithon Jharkhand. The project included a 10-year comprehensive Operations and Maintenance (O&M). The last date for bid submission is 7th January 2025. The DVC tender said […] Read more
ACME Solar Set To Bring Its Maiden Wind Project Soon Updated On Mon, Dec 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy ACME Solar, a renewable energy project developer, is transitioning beyond its solar-focused roots. The company is gearing up to commission its first-ever wind energy project, marking a significant step in its diversification journey. In a recent investors’ call, the company’s top management shared insights into its evolving strategy and plans for the future. Transition to […] Read more
SWREL Wins EPC Contract For 396 MWp Solar Project In Rajasthan Updated On Mon, Dec 2nd, 2024 by Saurenergy Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (SWREL), a Maharashtra-based renewable EPC, announced receiving a new order from a private Independent Power Producer (IPP). The company received the Letter of Award (LOA) to supply, install, and commission a 305 MW AC / 396 MWp DC solar plant for a solar project in Rajasthan. SWREL secured this […] Read more
Grew, Jakson, Saatvik & Jupiter Get Nod For Solar Cell Plants In Odisha Updated On Sun, Dec 1st, 2024 by Saurenergy The Odisha government has approved significant investment plans from leading solar companies, solidifying its position as a rising hub for solar cell manufacturing in India after Gujarat. This comes after several solar companies have already shown their interest to invest in the state for solar cell manufacturing. At a recent High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) meeting, […] Read more
Powergrid Seeks Bids To Build Solar Powered Green H2 In Rajasthan Updated On Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy Powergrid recently released a tender to develop a transmission and distribution pilot project. The tender provides Package GH2-01 for the establishment of a solar PV-powered Green Hydrogen plant and a fuel cell-based microgrid pilot project. This project is located at the 400/220/33kV Neemrana substation in Rajasthan and includes Operation and Management (O&M) for 10 years. […] Read more
Solar Cell Manufacturing: Gujarat To Take The Lead, Odisha New Entrant Updated On Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy India is on the cusp of a major transformation in solar cell production, and Gujarat is set to take the lead in solar cell manufacturing. With the country’s solar manufacturing sector rapidly expanding, the majority of announced and existing solar cell plants are concentrated in Gujarat, though emerging states like Odisha and Tamil Nadu are […] Read more
Brazil Installed Solar Capacity Touches 50 GW In 2024 Updated On Thu, Nov 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy Brazil’s solar installed capacity recently reached 50 GW according to new data from the Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association (ABSOLAR). Of the cumulative capacity, the country secured 33.5 GW from distributed generation and 16.5 GW from utility-scale projects, The country now sources more than 95% of the capacity released this year from renewable sources. With […] Read more
COVER STORY: India Eyes Historic Rise Of Solar Cell Manufacturers Updated On Thu, Nov 28th, 2024 by Saurenergy So far, 2024 has been a remarkable year for the Indian solar industry. Not only has it met expectations so far in terms of capacity additions, it has also delivered a huge fillip to the rooftop solar sector, thanks to PM Surya Ghar and new momentum in promising schemes like PM-KUSUM, besides record additions in […] Read more
