CEA Issues Norms For Field Efficiency Tests For Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Wed, Jun 21st, 2023 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued fresh guidelines for the field efficiency tests in hydropower plants and pumped hydro storage projects to bring uniformity in the sector and to avoid disputes. The new norms define the testing agency, its role, and the standards to be used in such testing. “This…is to provide a uniform […] Read more
Need A PLI Scheme For Grid-Scale Storage Systems: RK Singh Updated On Wed, Jun 21st, 2023 by Saurenergy Union Power Minister RK Singh publicly batted for starting a dedicated Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for grid-scale storage systems. The statement has opened up speculations about the intention of the government to create a new scheme in this direction. Speaking at a public Delhi, the Minister for New and Renewable Energy said that renewable […] Read more
Solis Makes its Presence Felt at Intersolar Europe by Unveiling PV Energy Storage Solutions Updated On Mon, Jun 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy On June 14-16, 2023, Intersolar Europe, a global photovoltaic event, was kicked off in Munich, Germany. Solis, a manufacturer of energy storage and photovoltaic inverters, used the platform to showcase a new generation of photovoltaic energy storage solutions on the spot. Here is a list of innovations unveiled by Solis on the occasion- Photovoltaic Energy […] Read more
DNV Survey Puts Solar plus Storage At Centre OF Future Efficiency, Resilience Updated On Thu, Jun 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy Accelerating solar-plus-storage in the next five years will be important for boosting the efficiency and resilience of global energy networks, according to 92% of energy industry professionals. The finding is from DNV’s Industry Insights research, which surveyed global energy industry professionals on their outlook, expectations and priorities for the year ahead. Frequently referred to as the ‘power […] Read more
Engie & Partners Commission 150 MW Hazelwood Battery Energy Storage System Updated On Thu, Jun 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy Engie, the French energy company, along with project partners Eku Energy and Fluence, has successfully commissioned the Hazelwood Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria, Australia. This pioneering project, with a capacity of 150MW/150MWh, is the first of its kind in the country to be situated on the grounds of a decommissioned […] Read more
Jinko Solar Pitches Storage Solutions With G2 Battery Launch At Intersolar Updated On Thu, Jun 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd., one of the largest module manufacturers in the world, today officially launched its Second Generation of the High Voltage Energy Storage Battery into the European market. The upgraded product, JKR-B1250~2750-A (high voltage G2 battery) is a high-performance energy storage system designed for residential and small commercial applications. It features a self-developed […] Read more
Rajasthan To Have Mandatory Energy Storage Obligation From Next Year Updated On Wed, Jun 14th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC), in its latest suo motu order, ordered the finalization of its new regulations related to Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPO)s for the obligated entities in the state. It came after the Ministry of Power earlier made a trajectory of RPOs of different clean sources. The new regulations have batted for a […] Read more
Govt Releases Norms for Tariff-Based Bidding Process for RE Power with Storage Updated On Tue, Jun 13th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power recently released a set of guidelines for a tariff-based competitive bidding process for procuring firm and dispatchable power from grid-connected renewable energy power projects with energy storage systems. The document defined renewable power as solar generating systems, wind energy generating systems, or a combination of both, with Energy Storage Systems (ESS). It also […] Read more
Chile to Launch $2 Billion Bill for Large-Scale Energy Storage Systems for 2026-2028 Updated On Mon, Jun 12th, 2023 by Saurenergy The government of Chile has announced plans to introduce a bill this year aimed at procuring large-scale energy storage systems. With an investment of $2 billion, the initiative is set to commence operations in 2026 and will be the largest project of its kind in Latin America. President Gabriel Boric highlighted the necessity of integrating […] Read more
