Discoms Could Save ~Rs 22K Cr due to Indexed RE Tariff: IEEFA & CEEW Updated On Thu, Oct 22nd, 2020 by Saurenergy “Our modelling shows that the Discoms could save up to Rs 21,880 crore over the next five-year period under a partially indexed tariff structure” The inflation indexation of tariffs for future solar capacity could provide much-needed financial respite to the distressed power distribution sector (Discoms) and help India move away from coal-fired power, according to […] Read more
Schneider Electric Solar Expands Its Energy Management Ecosystem with New Smart Edge Devices Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy Schneider Electric Solar announced InsightHome and InsightFacility, their newest additions to the Insight Energy Management ecosystem. Both InsightHome and InsightFacility are smart edge devices that connect customers’ Schneider Electric solar and storage systems to the Insight app. InsightHome targets the residential solar and storage market globally. InsightFacility is for large residential and commercial solar and […] Read more
EV Startup Etrio Enters Electric 3-Wheeler Segment With new Launch Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy Etrio has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of its new electric 3-wheeler range of products under the brand name “Touro”. Etrio, one of India’s fastest-growing electric vehicle (EV) startups with the aim of electrifying intracity logistics has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of its new electric 3-wheeler range of products under […] Read more
Engie EPS Unveils Hydrogen-Based Energy Storage System in Greece Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy Engie EPS has unveiled its hydrogen-based energy storage system built with its proprietary technology in Greece. Engie EPS, has announced the unveiling of the hydrogen-based energy storage system built with its proprietary technology in Agkistro, Greece. The Agkistro site, presented in October in an event attended by numerous representatives of Greek authorities and of the […] Read more
Tri Global Energy and CIP Start Operation of 162 MW West Texas Wind Project Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy Renewable energy developer, Tri Global Energy, announced today that project owner and partner, Denmark-based Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), has achieved commercial operation of Glasscock County’s 162-megawatt (MW) Bearkat II, the second phase of the Bearkat wind energy project. Bearkat II will provide numerous benefits to the county and the local community. “Over the life of the project, […] Read more
REC Tenders for Solar Street Lights in Rural and Tribal Areas of Nashik Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy REC has tendered for the procurement and installation of 1650 solar street lights in the rural and tribal areas of Nashik district of Maharashtra. The Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) through its REC Foundation has issued tender for the engagement of PMA/ implementing agency for the procurement and installation of 1650 solar street lights in the […] Read more
GAIL Seeking PMC Services for 2.64 MW Rooftop Solar Project Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy GAIL has issued a tender for the hiring of PMC services for setting up a 2.64 MW rooftop solar power project at the GAIL Pata Plant in Uttar Pradesh. GAIL (India) Limited, the largest state-owned natural gas processing and distribution company and the youngest Maharatna, has issued a tender for the hiring of Project Management […] Read more
Andhra Pradesh Planning for 7 Storage Plants Worth Nearly 6300 MW Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy The Andhra Pradesh Government is planning to set up seven Pumped Hydro Storage Power Projects (PSP) in the state, to balance renewable energy projects. The state government of Andhra Pradesh is planning to set up seven Pumped Hydro Storage Power Projects (PSP) as part of its decision to promote new renewable energy power plants in the […] Read more
MNRE’s Draft Policy Framework for DRE Open For Comments Till Nov 2 Updated On Wed, Oct 21st, 2020 by Saurenergy In an office memorandum issued on October 19, the MNRE (Ministry of New and Renewable Energy) has issued a Draft Policy Framework for DRE (Distributed Solar Energy) to promote DRE livelihood applications in rural areas of the country. The aim is to provide a conducive environment for the development and large-scale adoption of these applications. […] Read more
