Installation of Additional Solar DC Capacity to be Left on Developers: MNRE Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy MNRE has stated that as long as the solar plants are in accordance with the contracted AC capacity, installation of DC capacity should be left to developers In a decision that will come as a relief for solar power developers in the country, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an advisory/clarification […] Read more
Enel Begins Work on 280 MW Wind Facility in South Africa Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy Enel has started construction in South Africa of its Karusa and Soetwater wind farms, with an installed capacity of 140 MW each. Enel, through its renewable subsidiary Enel Green Power RSA, has started construction in South Africa of its Karusa and Soetwater wind farms, with an installed capacity of 140 MW each. The plants, which […] Read more
Mainstream Power Closes $580 Mn Renewable Financing Deal in Chile Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy Mainstream Renewable Power has reached financial close for the 1st phase of its wholly-owned and fully-contracted 1.3 GW wind and solar platform in Chile. Mainstream Renewable Power has reached financial close for the first phase of its wholly-owned and fully-contracted giant 1.3 gigawatts (GW) “Andes Renovables” wind and solar power generation platform in Chile. The […] Read more
Shell to Boost Floating Wind Expertise Via EOLFI Acquisition Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy However, the acquisition of EOLFI is subject to regulatory and ministerial approvals, which is expected to be completed during the month of December this year. With an aim to expand its renewable energy business and to get specialization in floating wind capabilities, Royal Dutch Shell has entered into an agreement to buy 100 percent shareholding in […] Read more
Is An ‘Andhra Discount’ Coming For Indian Renewables? Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy As the Imbroglio over Andhra Pradesh’s effort to renege on its signed PPA’s continues to simmer, the state government is implementing the classic payments squeeze to force firms to come to the negotiating table. Successful or not, this has already damaged India’s credibility with potential and existing investors This week has all about India’s refusal […] Read more
SECI Extends Bid Deadline for 1200 MW Wind Tender Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy SECI has extended the bid submission deadline for its tender for setting up of 1200 MW of wind energy projects in India until November 20, 2019. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has extended the bid submission deadline for its tender for setting up of 1200 MW of wind energy projects in India. The […] Read more
Average Energy Spot Prices at 2-Year Low, REC Prices Rise Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy The average spot power price at IEX dropped 54 percent to a two-year low of Rs 2.71 per unit in October, compared to Rs 5.94 per unit last year. The average spot power price at Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) dropped 54 percent to a two-year low of Rs 2.71 per unit in October, compared to Rs 5.94 per unit in the same […] Read more
Growatt Strengthens Footprint in Mexico; Hikes Investment in 2 Yrs Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy Now, in order to further strengthen its market position, the inverter manufacturer has started providing professional training to its local partners. With an aim to strengthen its presence in the Mexican market, Chinese photovoltaic (PV) inverters maker, Growatt, is expanding its business activities including investment and training in Mexico. Recently, the inverter major conducted its […] Read more
Ingeteam Announces 1 GW Wind Output From India Plant Updated On Wed, Nov 6th, 2019 by Saurenergy At least one firm seems happy with their time in India so far. Spanish electrical conversion and turbine control equipment supplier Ingeteam has announced the completion of 1GW of output within the first year of operations at its production facility in India. The firm, which set up its plant near Chennai in Tamil Nadu, had […] Read more
