Germany’s EnBW Takes Final Investment Decision on 960 MW He Dreiht Offshore Wind Project Updated On Fri, Mar 24th, 2023 by Saurenergy German energy giant EnBW has taken a final investment decision (FID) on the 960 MW He Dreiht offshore wind farm and said that major project will be developed without state subsidies as one of the world’s first zero-cent bids in an offshore auction. The official statement held that the investment in the offshore wind project […] Read more
PFC Inks Loan Agreement Pact with Japan Bank for Project Loan of INR 165 Cr Updated On Thu, Mar 23rd, 2023 by Saurenergy Maharatna firm Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and non-banking financial company has entered into an agreement with Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC). The pact is for a project loan worth JPY 2.65 billion, which is close to Rs 165 crore. With the agreement, JBIC is looking to finance PFC’s projects that will curb greenhouse gas […] Read more
Access to finance remains a significant challenge for many energy storage projects: V G Anil, ARENQ Updated On Wed, Mar 22nd, 2023 by Saurenergy Pune-based ARENQ, a manufacturer and distributor of storage batteries for all industries, is a subsidiary of Sunlit Power. The CEO of ARENQ, V G Anil, speaks to Saur Energy about the battery storage industry in India and the ambitions of the firm. What are some alternatives to li-ion batteries that the industry can […] Read more
Sterlite Power Bags Green Energy Transmission Project in Rajasthan Updated On Fri, Mar 17th, 2023 by Saurenergy Private sector power transmission infrastructure developer and solutions provider across India and Brazil, Sterlite Power, has bagged a transmission project for evacuation of power from Renewable Energy Zones in Rajasthan. These are under Phase-III Part G. Sterlite Power won the project through the bidding process via tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB). The firm received the Letter […] Read more
Electriq Power Secures $300 Million for Solar+Storage Financing Updated On Fri, Mar 17th, 2023 by Saurenergy Silicon Valley-based Electriq Power which provides intelligent energy storage and management for households and small businesses, has announced that it has entered into a multi-year agreement with a major US clean-energy company for financing purposes. The provider company provides a platform that designs, proposes and finances solar and storage projects nationwide. Electriq Power said that […] Read more
“Penetration In MSME Low, Market Untapped for Solar Rooftop Plant Developers,” Vikas Agarwal, Credit Fair Updated On Fri, Mar 17th, 2023 by Saurenergy With a transition in power consumption patterns worldwide due to climate change and the limitation of fossil fuels, the importance of green sources such as solar energy has increased significantly in the past few years. However, the initial installation cost often is a significant limitation for the widespread adoption of solar technology in residential and […] Read more
Solar Financing Startup Aerem Raises $5 Million in Equity Plus Debt Round Updated On Thu, Mar 16th, 2023 by Saurenergy Solar financing platform Aerem has raised $5 million in Pre-Series A round led by climate-tech investor Avaana Capital. The round also saw follow-on participation from Blume Ventures and it includes debt financing of $1.5 million from financial institutions. Financing has been a key issue seen to impact uptake of solar in the MSME segment, and […] Read more
USA’s Renewable Energy Firm Leeward Secures $180 Million for 200 MW Solar Project Updated On Thu, Mar 16th, 2023 by Saurenergy USA-based renewable energy firm Leeward Renewable Energy has announced the close of about $75 million in construction to term financing from MUFG Bank and about $105 million tax equity commitment from Wells Fargo for the Horizon Solar Facility located in Texas. Leeward said that Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) served as the green loan structuring […] Read more
Origis Energy Announces $750 Million for Solar, Storage Pipeline in USA Updated On Fri, Mar 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy In a key development that would further USA’s renewable energy ambitions, renewable energy platforms Origis Energy has announced the close of an upsizing amendment to their development finance facility doubling capacity to $750 million. Miami-headquartered Origis Energy said that with enhanced flexibility and increased capacity, the credit facility will support further expansion of its solar […] Read more
