MSEDCL Seeks Bids for 642 MW Wind Power Projects Updated On Mon, Dec 6th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) has released a couple of new tenders, inviting bids from interested developers for two wind power projects (300 MW and 342 MW total capacities) in the state. Key details of each tender are given below: A. For procurement of 300 MW wind power on long term basis […] Read more
Integrating Storage Key to Solar’s Long-term Success, says Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Ltd CEO Updated On Fri, Dec 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy In this conversation with Prasanna Singh, Group Editor at Saur Energy, Mr. Chandra Kishore Thakur, CEO, Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited, reflects on the firm’s current and future plans. Throwing light on solar’s growth potential in India, Mr. Thakur cites inflation, supply chain constraints and GST taxation structure, among others, as key challenges. Q. What […] Read more
Jindal Steel Floats RE Tender to Procure Max 224 MW Updated On Tue, Nov 23rd, 2021 by Saurenergy Jaipur-based Jindal Steel has released a new tender, inviting bids for the procurement of 224 MW of renewable power (solar and non-solar) for interstate or intrastate trading through the open access route. The company aims to meet its additional power requirements due to the expansion of its plant capacity from December 1, 2022, to November […] Read more
Developers Should Be Protected From Abrupt Regulatory Changes Updated On Tue, Nov 23rd, 2021 by Saurenergy Intro: Amid all excitement around the ambitious goals set by PM Modi for the energy market in India, solar firms like Amplus Solar also raise apprehensions about a need for regulatory stability and certainty. These they feel are the key asks, for enabling more investments to flow into the country and, also in ensuring viability […] Read more
Azure Power Signs PPA’s For 600 MW With SECI For Its 4 GW Mfg. Linked Projects Updated On Thu, Nov 18th, 2021 by Saurenergy Azure Power today announced that it has signed Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for 600 MW ISTS connected solar power projects with Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), under its 4 GW manufacturing linked projects, which will supply power for 25 years at a fixed tariff of INR 2.54 (~US 3.4 cents) per kWh. The projects will be constructed in […] Read more
MyGate, REVOS Partner to Provide EV Charging Infra to RWAs Updated On Wed, Nov 17th, 2021 by Saurenergy Community management app MyGate and EV infrastructure provider REVOS have partnered to provide sustainable electric vehicle charging solutions to resident welfare associations (RWAs) and gated societies. The MyGate-BOLT partnership will offer affordable and seamless charging infrastructure options to gated societies, enabling residents and associations to plan for a hassle-free and cost-effective solution. It will also […] Read more
KSERC Approval for 300 MW Solar Buy Exposes Multiple Challenges Facing SECI, Developers Updated On Wed, Nov 17th, 2021 by Saurenergy In an order dated November 15, 2021, the Kerala state electricity regulatory commission (KSERC) finally allowed the state discom, Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) to procure 300 MW of Solar power from SECI from its tranche IX solar tenders, at a cost of Rs 2.44/kWh including trading commission. While many will see the order as […] Read more
APERC Go Ahead For AP Discoms Purchase of 7 GW Solar Power from SECI Updated On Tue, Nov 16th, 2021 by Saurenergy According to a recent notification, the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has granted Andhra Pradesh distribution companies (DISCOMs) approval of their proposal to procure 7000 MW solar energy in three tranches from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), permitting them to enter into tripartite power sale agreement (PSA) subject to the determination of […] Read more
CERC Favors Mahindra Renewables in Dispute With MPPMCL and DMRC Updated On Mon, Nov 15th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) recently gave a judgement in favour of Mahindra Renewables Private Limited, accepting most of its pleas for compensation from M.P. Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL) and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on account of a ‘Change in Law’ event in the power purchase agreement (PPA) executed among the three […] Read more
