Israel’s Megalim Concentrated Solar Power Plant Begins Operations Updated On Thu, Apr 11th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Megalim solar thermal power plant, a joint venture of BrightSource, GE Renewable Energy and the Noy Fund, said on 10 April, that it has begun commercial operation in Israel. The Ashalim Solar Thermal Power Station, located in Israel’s Negev desert, is one of the largest projects of its type in the world. It is […] Read more
MNRE Invites Suggestions on Draft Guidelines for Series Approval of Inverters for Lab Testing Updated On Wed, Apr 10th, 2019 by Saurenergy These guidelines are applicable for SPV based off-grid, grid-tie and hybrid inverters of capacities up-to 150KW. After issuing draft guidelines for storage batteries, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has invited comments or suggestions from public and related stakeholders on the guidelines drafted for series approval of inverters for conducting lab testing. Further, […] Read more
Fourth Notification For SECI’s 2 MW Solar Projects For Army Posts in J&K Updated On Wed, Apr 10th, 2019 by Saurenergy SECI first issued a notification for the projects in February but has since only followed it up with three more notifications for selection of solar power developers. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has invited online bids for setting up of solar plants worth 2 MW in Jammu and Kashmir. This is now the fourth […] Read more
Sungrow Boosts its Commitment to Emerging Solar Markets in Asia-Pacific Updated On Sat, Apr 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy Sungrow, one of the leading global inverter solution supplier for renewables, is accelerating its commitments to the emerging solar market in the APAC region, particularly in South Korea and Vietnam. South Korea outlines fresh incentives to prioritise renewable projects with a low carbon footprint, higher efficiency and stricter industry codes. Offering a comprehensive product portfolio, Sungrow […] Read more
Solgaard Launches Lifepack Solar 2.0 Updated On Fri, Apr 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy Luxury travel goods company, Solgaard, has unveiled its latest sustainable innovation; the Lifepack Solar 2.0 Offering security, functionality and practicality, the newly re-engineered Solgaard Lifepack Solar 2.0 is perfect for commuters and travellers alike. The launch comes three years of further trial, testing and technical insight following the launch of its predecessor, the original Solgaard […] Read more
UNDP Tenders For 10.5 MW Solar Power Projects in Gambia Updated On Fri, Apr 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy The last date of bid submission is April 23, 2019. The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has invited interested companies to submit expressions of interest (EoI) for the deployment of two solar PV projects (Project I and Project II) in the Gambia to be implemented by a single Independent Power Producer (IPP). Project 1 will […] Read more
Telecom Secretary Proposes Joint Task Force with MNRE to Push Green Tech in the Sector Updated On Fri, Apr 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy Telecom Secretary Aruna Sundararajan has proposed setting up a joint task force with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to promote green technology in the sector. “It is critical that we should set up a joint task force between the two ministries (Telecom and MNRE) to ensure that we work on this together. The […] Read more
Pilot Project Brings 24-Hour Solar Power to Remote Philippine Island Updated On Fri, Apr 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy A pilot project under an Asian Development Bank (ADB) technical assistance, is bringing 24-hour solar power to this small rural island in Antique Province, Philippines. The Malalison Island Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Hybrid Pilot Project is a private sector joint venture with Antique Electric Cooperative (ANTECO), the electric distribution franchise holder, and One Renewable Energy Enterprise, […] Read more
MNRE Proposes Obligatory Glass Recycling for Solar Power Generators Updated On Thu, Apr 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is considering to make mandatory for solar power developers to follow glass recycling procedure for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels under a new framework. “Recycling of end of life solar panel glass containing Antimony may be made mandatory on the generators as part of environmental liability” said the […] Read more
