SECI Issues Tender To Build 1000 MW/2000 MWh BESS Updated On Thu, Jun 27th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a tender inviting bids to set up 1000 MW/2000MWh (1000 MW x 2 hrs) standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in India. This project was issued under tariff-based global competitive bidding (ESS-2). The tender follows a new push for large battery storage systems in the country […] Read more
JSW Energy Signs PPAs for 1,325 MW of Renewable Energy Projects Updated On Thu, Jun 27th, 2024 by Saurenergy JSW Neo Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of JSW Energy Limited, has made significant strides in its renewable energy expansion. The company has signed Power Purchase Agreements (“PPAs”) through its subsidiaries for wind and solar projects with a cumulative capacity of 1,325 MW. This includes 1,025 MW with Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited […] Read more
Juniper, SECI Sign PPA For 150 MW Hybrid Project In Two States Updated On Wed, Jun 26th, 2024 by Saurenergy Delhi-based Juniper Green Energy, a renewable energy power producer signed two Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with SECI for a 150 MW hybrid project in Gujarat and Rajasthan. This wind-solar hybrid power project is to be developed under Hybrid Tranche VII in Gujarat and Rajasthan. This collaboration aims to generate approximately 477 million units (MUs) […] Read more
Vestas Secures 155 MW Wind Turbine Order in New Zealand Updated On Wed, Jun 26th, 2024 by Saurenergy Vestas has received a 155 MW order for the second stage of the Mercury Energy’s Kaiwera Downs wind farm in New Zealand. The order includes the supply and installation of 36 of Vestas’ V136-4.2 MW turbines in 4.3 MW operating mode as well as a 30-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service and maintenance […] Read more
GMDC, GUVNL Sign Energy Security Pact In Gujarat Updated On Wed, Jun 26th, 2024 by Saurenergy GUVNL and GMDC have collaborated for Development of the coal-based & Lignite power stations for Energy Security for Gujarat. This partnership underscores a collective dedication to bolster energy security through sustainable coal & lignite utilisation. Kanubhai Desai, Gujarat Minister of Finance, Energy & Petrochemical, said, “The signing of this MOU marks a historic milestone as […] Read more
Data Centers, EV To Raise US Power Demand To 300 TWh: Report Updated On Wed, Jun 26th, 2024 by Saurenergy Rystad Energy in its recent research report found that the total US electricity demand has remained relatively stable at around 4,000 terawatt-hours (TWh) since 2010. But as electrification accelerates, that’s about to change as the report accredits this growth to the build-out of data centers which can support more widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). […] Read more
News In Brief June 25: Hitachi Energy, Panasonic Updated On Tue, Jun 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy Hitachi Energy India Set To Build Rs. 790 Crores Project In Australia Hitachi Energy India a digital systems, power, and renewable energy solutions provider recently received an order of Rs. 790 Crores from a fellow subsidiary. Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd is set to execute the project – Marinus Link – Voltage Source Converter (VSC), […] Read more
A Delay Foretold. How MSEDCL Delayed a 500 MW RE Project Involving Tata Power Updated On Tue, Jun 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy In looking at the orders of regulators at the state and national level (CERC and APTEL), one is regularly surprised at how common sense is regularly abandoned in favour of abundant precaution. Among state entities like discoms, the fear of being seen as biased trumps everything when it comes to a project. Be it the […] Read more
Shree Cement Reneweable Power Capacity Reaches 1GW Updated On Tue, Jun 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy Shree Cement, the third-biggest cement producer in India, announced that it has achieved 1,000 MW of installed power capacity through the commissioning of a 19.5 MW solar power plant at its Andhra Pradesh operation. “The one GW (Gigawatt) capacity includes a mix of solar, wind, thermal and waste heat recovery power plants, showcasing Shree Cement’s […] Read more
