Dr. Albert Lu joins Heraeus Photovoltaics as Global Head of Application Development Updated On Wed, Sep 14th, 2016 by Saurenergy Heraeus Photovoltaics has announced that Dr. Albert Lu has joined the organization as Global Head of Application Development. Dr. Lu will be responsible for leading team to provide value added service solutions to customers, which will enable solar customers to fully capitalize on Heraeus expertise in photovoltaics and renewable energy technology. He comes with a […] Read more
Maxim replaces protection diodes with new cell-string optimizer technology Updated On Mon, Sep 12th, 2016 by Saurenergy New cell-string optimizer technology from Maxim Integrated Products allows photovoltaic (PV) panels to harvest significantly more energy and simplifies design complexity for solar installation projects. Maxim’s cell-string optimizers are highly integrated DC-DC converters that replace the bypass diode and perform maximum power point tracking (MPPT) deep inside the PV module. By replacing each diode with […] Read more
IFC to invest up to USD 125 mn in Hero Future Energies Updated On Fri, Aug 26th, 2016 by Saurenergy International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced to invest up to USD 125 million with IFC Global Infrastructure Fund in Hero Future Energies. The USD 125 million of equity and proceeds will be used to fund the construction of solar and wind power plant projects. Hero Future Energies Pvt Ltd plans to have a total installed […] Read more
SMA introduces new Sunny Central 2500-EV-US central inverter Updated On Fri, Aug 26th, 2016 by Saurenergy SMA has started taking orders for its newest central inverter, which is not only ideal for 1500 VDC applications but is also UL certified to the new UL 62109 standard. The latest from SMA, Sunny Central 2500-EV-US offers 2500kVA at 1500 VDC, facilitating EPCs, developers and owners to benefit from cost reductions due to balance-of-system […] Read more
You would soon see higher capacity, higher power density inverters for the local markets: ABB Updated On Tue, Aug 23rd, 2016 by Saurenergy In an Exclusive interview with Saur Energy International – Xavier Scaria, LPG Manager – Solar Inverters, ABB asserted that the organization has a significant role to play in decoupling the growth of carbon emissions in a growing economy like India. He also pointed out about the company’s roadmap, project and challenges. Edited excerpts from the […] Read more
Madhya Pradesh Government to provide state guarantee for 750MW park Updated On Wed, Aug 17th, 2016 by Saurenergy The Indian state of Madhya Pradesh is planning to extend its guarantee to developers bidding for 750 MW in the Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Park, so that payments will be met by the government in the case of any default from the off-takers. The project will be one of the biggest in the state, and […] Read more
Sungrow signs a contract with Mytrah Energy to supply 150MW inverters in India Updated On Tue, Aug 16th, 2016 by Saurenergy Sungrow has announced that it has acquired a deal to supply 150 MW of inverters to solar projects in the Indian states of Telangana and Punjab. The Chinese inverter manufacturer is already active in the markets of Asia, US and Europe, and this new contract with Mytrah Energy Sungrow will be able to display its […] Read more
Silicor Materials signs $8.9M USD Project Management Contract with AM Technical Solutions Updated On Thu, Aug 11th, 2016 by Saurenergy Silicor Materials has signed a contract with AM Technical Solutions (AMTS) for the project management of Silicor’s first commercial-scale plant in Grundartangi, Iceland. Both the companies will work together for next 36 months to complete the 121,000 square-meter production facility, which will supply photovoltaic (PV) cell and module manufacturers around the world with at least […] Read more
RPO enforcement and REC markets need to be revived and net metering needs to be simplified: Kunal Chandra, head of PROINSO India Updated On Tue, Aug 2nd, 2016 by Saurenergy PROINSO has two divisions; Distribution & Integration and EPM (Engineering, Procurement and Management) for projects. The company offer supply and services to installers, construction companies and clients for utility, commercial and residential projects worldwide. With decade of solar experience, Proinso has 27 offices across 6 continents. Kunal Chandra, head of PROINSO India shares with us […] Read more