4th Deadline Extension for SECI’s EOI for RE Solutions in Himalayas Updated On Tue, Jan 12th, 2021 by Saurenergy SECI extends the EOI deadline for its call for RE solutions for meeting energy requirements in remote areas of the Himalayas for the 4th time. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a notification, extending the deadline for submission of Expression of Interest (EOI) for its call for renewable energy (RE) based solutions/ system/ […] Read more
Technical Complexities Will see Hybrid Tariffs Garner a Premium Over Solar: Ind-Ra Updated On Tue, Jan 12th, 2021 by Saurenergy Ind-Ra believes technical complexities in hybrid renewable project development could weigh on the project economics and tariffs assumption. A new research note by India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) believes that upcoming wind-solar hybrid auctions will spark cautious optimism among independent power producers. Technical complexities related to grid integration and inclusion of floor capacity proportion of […] Read more
PURE EV Brings ‘BaTRics Faraday’ System, AI to Detect Issues in Li-Ion Batteries Updated On Tue, Jan 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy A Hyderabad based electric vehicle (EV) startup PURE EV has come with an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system named ‘BaTRics Faraday’ that can detect and repair issues in the Lithium-Ion battery of its Electric Two-Wheelers (E2Ws). Interestingly, these E2Ws do not need to be taken to the customer service center and the issue can get resolved […] Read more
Mercedes-Benz announces six new EQ EV Launches by 2022 Updated On Tue, Dec 15th, 2020 by Saurenergy Mercedes-Benz is running towards the complete Electrification of its products, targeting to achieve the “Ambition 2039” and zero CO₂ emission. The firm is integrating its Mercedes-EQ models into series production in its existing plants. The six launches from different Mercedes-Benz plants include: The first electric luxury sedan EQS production from Mercedes-Benz will start in the […] Read more
Increased EV Penetration to Boost Jobs and Lower Crude Imports in India: CEEW Updated On Tue, Nov 10th, 2020 by Saurenergy Increased EV penetration in India could help it save on crude oil imports worth over Rs 1 lakh crore annually and create 120,000 new jobs by 2030 A new study has found that India could save on crude oil imports worth over Rs 1 lakh crore (USD 14 billion) annually if electric vehicles (EVs) were […] Read more
As India Presses for Domestic Manufacturing, Bifacial Modules Should Get Their Due Updated On Wed, Sep 16th, 2020 by Saurenergy At last count, over 12 GW of manufacturing announcements or at least an intent to manufacture solar cells and modules had been announced in India. The names include firms with an established record for execution, as well as firms that are building one now. From the Adani Group, to Azure Power, Renew Power, to Tata […] Read more
3 Firms Pitch for Equalisation Levy on Solar Equipment Supplies From SEZs Updated On Mon, Aug 10th, 2020 by Saurenergy A group of three domestic solar energy firms has pitched for an equalisation levy on solar equipment supplies from SEZs for domestic use A group of three domestic solar energy firms has pitched for an equalisation levy on solar equipment supplies from special economic zones (SEZs) for domestic use, so as to bring them at […] Read more
With SGD Extended by 1 Year, Manufacturer’s Eye BCD Announcement in August Updated On Thu, Jul 30th, 2020 by Saurenergy Following the recommendations of the DGTR (Directorate General of Trade Remedies) last week, the government has formally notified the extension of the Safeguard Duty (SGD) by a year on Chinese origin solar equipment. The extension, till July 29, 2021, seeks to protect Indian manufacturers from alleged dumping by Chinese firms. Interestingly, there is no mention […] Read more
Azure Power Secures Letter of Award for 2 GW Greenshoe Option From SECI Updated On Fri, Jul 24th, 2020 by Saurenergy Azure Power has received the LOA for a 2 GW ISTS solar project with SECI pursuant to the exercise of a greenshoe option as part of an earlier 2 GW win. Azure Power, a leading solar power producer in India, has announced that it has received the letter of award (LOA) for a 2 GW […] Read more