New Solar Technology to use Desert Sand to Store Energy Updated On Fri, Aug 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy Researchers in Abu Dhabi have tested a pilot device that can store solar energy in sand to improve the efficiency of power plants and provide energy during night. Developed at the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, the device uses gravity to drain sand from a higher basin into a lower one, heating up the […] Read more
Toshiba Wins Mega 33.5MW Solar Project Contract in Japan from Thai Gunkul Updated On Fri, Aug 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy Japanese conglomerate Toshiba Corp. has been awarded a contract by Thailand’s Gunkul Engineering Public Co. Ltd. to develop a 33.5 MW solar power plant in Kimitsu, Chiba prefecture, Japan. Toshiba has announced that it will provide the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for 33.5-MW solar project to Thailand-based Gunkul Engineering Pcl’s. The 33.5 MW […] Read more
DESRI acquires First Solar’s 11 MW California PV project Updated On Thu, Aug 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy The Rancho Seco Solar Project, located on the site of a decommissioned nuclear power plant, marks the latest deal between D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments and First Solar. D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) has taken possession of First Solar’s 11 MW Rancho Seco Solar Project in Sacramento County, California, for an undisclosed amount. The First […] Read more
8minutenergy to build 20-MW solar project for PG&E Updated On Thu, Aug 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy 8minutenergy Renewables LLC, a US solar developer has announced that it will develop a fourth Redwood Solar Farm project in Kern County, California with a capacity of 20 MW, or 26 megawatts in direct current (DC). The 8minutenergy has been selected by Pacific Gas and Electric Co (PG&E) to commission the project, which is expected […] Read more
5200 Megawatts Solar Capacity to be added in 2016-17 Updated On Thu, Aug 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy India is set to add 5200 MW solar capacity this fiscal year with various states coming out with policies for the sector. The reports from a study conducted by the ratings agency, CARE, it is estimated that out of total installed renewable energy capacity of 42750 MW as on 31st March, the solar energy share […] Read more
NISE to conduct a One Day Workshop on Prospects for Start-ups in Solar Energy Technologies Updated On Thu, Aug 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy The National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) is an autonomous institute under Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, and specializes in facilitating Research & Development, Testing, Certification, Skill Development activities in the field of Solar Energy Technologies. The institute is conducting One Day Workshop on Prospects for Start-ups in Solar Energy […] Read more
JinkoSolar secures three PPAs for 188 MW of solar from Mexico’s Federal Electricity Commission Updated On Thu, Aug 4th, 2016 by Saurenergy JinkoSolar, one of the top Chinese solar power firms has signed a long term PPA with Mexico’s Federal Electricity Commission (Comision Federal de Electricidad). The deal includes three solar projects that were awarded in April’s inaugural power auction. JinkoSolar, which is a Tier-1 Chinese solar company, has acquired PPA for 188 MW of solar PV […] Read more
SECI invites bids for 10MW Solar PV Project at Paradip port Trust premises in Odisha Updated On Wed, Aug 3rd, 2016 by Saurenergy Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) on behalf of Paradip port Trust is inviting bids for selection of EPC Contractor for Design, Engineering, procurement and Supply, construction and Erection, Testing, Commissioning, Associated Transmission system and comprehensive Operation and Maintenance for 10 years of grid connected 10 MW (AC) Solar PV Project at Paradip port […] Read more
Westfield with Alta Energy Integrating 820kW Solar System in The Village at Westfield Topanga Updated On Wed, Aug 3rd, 2016 by Saurenergy Westfield Corporation is integrating solar energy into its newest Los Angeles area property called The Village at Westfield Topanga. The 820 kilowatt (kW) solar system being developed in partnership with Alta Energy is expected to provide approximately 8% of the electricity used at the shopping center. This clean, renewable energy system brings Westfield’s solar capacity […] Read more
