Ultrathin Solar Cells Reach a Record of Nearly 20% Efficiency Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy C2N has succeeded in trapping sunlight with 20 percent efficiency in a solar cell with an ultrathin absorbing layer of GaAs on nanostructured back mirror Researchers at the Centre de Nanosciences et de Nanotechnologies (C2N), in collaboration in particular with researchers at the German Fraunhofer ISE, have succeeded to trap sunlight efficiently in a solar cell thanks […] Read more
Eastern Railways Trials Passenger Train With Solar Roofs Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Eastern Railways recently trialled a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit train with solar panels on its roof between Sahibgunj and Jamalpur in its Malda division In a landmark move the Eastern Railways recently trialled a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) train with solar panels on its roof between Sahibgunj and Jamalpur in its Malda division from […] Read more
Nordex Installed 242 Wind Turbines in H1 2019, Expects Strong Second Half Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Nordex Group has reportedly installed a total of 242 wind turbines in 13 countries with a combined output of 778.1 MW in the first half of the year. The Nordex Group has released its financial figures for the latest quarter and the first half of the current year. It has been reported that the […] Read more
Innergex Nears Completion of 600 MW Worth of RE Projects in Texas Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy Innergex has announced that its two renewable energy projects worth 600 MW in the state of Texas will be in commercial operation by the end of the year. Canadian renewable energy solutions firm, Innergex Renewable Energy has announced that its two renewable energy projects worth 600 MW in the state of Texas are nearing completion and expects both […] Read more
Indian Oil Tenders for Solar Plants at WRPL Stations in Gujarat and Rajasthan Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Indian Oil Corporation has issued a tender for setting up of 230 kWp solar systems at various WRPL stations in Gujarat and Rajasthan. The Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) has issued a tender, inviting bids from eligible parties for setting up of 230 kWp grid-interactive solar PV systems at various Western Region Pipelines (WRPL) stations […] Read more
Scientists Discover Key Factors in How Some Algae Harness Solar Energy Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy Scientists have discovered how diatoms – a type of algae that produce 20 percent of the Earth’s oxygen – harness solar energy for photosynthesis. The Rutgers University-led discovery, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, could help lead to more efficient and affordable algae-based biofuels and combat climate change from fossil fuel burning. […] Read more
RES and Algonquin to Jointly Develop 480 MW Wind Farm in Texas Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy RES has announced the agreement to jointly develop the 480 MW Maverick Creek Wind Project in Texas with Algonquin RES (Renewable Energy Systems), one of the world’s largest independent renewable energy companies, has announced the agreement to jointly develop the 480 MW Maverick Creek Wind Project in Texas with Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Maverick Creek […] Read more
Siemens Gamesa Signs 453 MW Turbine Deal With Alfanar for 2 Indian Projects Updated On Wed, Aug 14th, 2019 by Saurenergy Siemens Gamesa has secured its first order in India with Alfanar for the supply of 206 units of wind turbines for two wind farms, totalling 453 MW. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has secured its first order in India with Alfanar for the supply of 206 units of the SG 2.2-122 wind turbines for two wind […] Read more
EESL Operationalises Over 5 Lakh Smart Meters Across India Updated On Tue, Aug 13th, 2019 by Saurenergy The meters will enhance consumer convenience and also rationalise electricity consumption. Under Smart Meter National Programme (SMNP), government-backed Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has successfully installed more than 5 lakh smart meters in Uttar Pradesh (UP), Delhi, Haryana, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh. These meters will enhance consumer convenience and also rationalise electricity consumption. Commenting on […] Read more
