MNRE Issues Clarification on Testing Criteria Under its Solar Pumping Programme Updated On Tue, Jan 15th, 2019 by Saurenergy It will no longer be required of implementing agencies to demand multiple test reports for the same pumps at different heads. The ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a notification clarifying the criteria for testing of solar pumps under the Solar Pumping Programme of the Ministry. Responding to the issue raised by […] Read more
World’s Largest Solar Plant to Come Up in Ladakh Updated On Mon, Jan 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy A land accustomed to thousands of travelers every year to witness the breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and the predominantly chilly weather will soon be known for being home to the world’s largest single-location solar photo-voltaic plant. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has come out with ambitious plans promoting solar PV projects in Jammu and […] Read more
Oakridge Energy Raises Line of Credit for Residential Rooftop Solar Updated On Fri, Jan 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy Oakridge will use this money to offer payment plans to home owners who install solar rooftop plants with easy repayment options. One of North India’s leading residential rooftop solar companies, Oakridge Energy has raised the first line of credit from the Indian arm of Dutch social impact investor Oikocredit. The credit has been provided for […] Read more
Texas Can Be Free of Coal, Study Finds Updated On Fri, Jan 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy Texas could meet a significant portion of its electricity demand from renewable power without investing much into extensive battery storage. Texas is the state from where the USA started its journey of oil, turns out it is also the place where wind and solar energy can provide power round the clock, a new research has […] Read more
KERC Proposes Generic Tariff for Wind Projects at Rs 2.95/KWh Updated On Fri, Jan 4th, 2019 by Saurenergy After finalizing the proposal and getting approvals, this will become the ceiling tariff for wind tenders in the state of Karnataka during the FY. Bringing uniformity to the wind power space in Karnataka, The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed the generic tariff for the year 2019-20 at Rs 2.95 per kilowatt hour. After finalizing […] Read more
Vikram Solar, NTPC Join Hands for 140 MW Solar Project Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy A 700 acre area has been allotted for the project, and the solar plant is expected to successfully satisfy the electricity demand of the area. Country’s one of the leading module makers Vikram Solar has bagged a 140 MW solar plant project from National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) for Bilhaur town in Kanpur Nagar district […] Read more
SECI Issues RfS for 1200 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Projects Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy The maximum tariff payable to each WPD is fixed at Rs 2.85/kWh for the entire term of 25 years. State-owned Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued Request for Selection (RfS) document for setting up of 1200 MW ISTS connected wind power projects (Tranche-VI) on “Build Own Operate” basis. This 1200MW solar-wind hybrid tender […] Read more
NIT for Setting-Up 1.2GW ISTS Connected Solar PV Power Projects Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy The detailed Request for Selection (RfS) document will be available for downloading from January 14, 2019 onwards. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has invited online bids for the setting up of 1200 MW ISTS connected solar PV power projects (ISTS-III). However, the detailed Request for Selection (RfS) document will be available for downloading from January […] Read more
SECI Invites Bids for 7.5GW Solar Projects in Leh, Kargil Updated On Wed, Jan 2nd, 2019 by Saurenergy Moreover, SECI will enter into the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the successful bidders for purchase of solar power for a period of 35 years. The government-backed Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a Request for Selection (RfS) document for selection of solar power developers for setting up of 7500 MW grid-connected solar […] Read more
