PM-KUSUM – The Solar Saviour? Updated On Tue, Oct 6th, 2020 by Saurenergy The PM-KUSUM scheme seeks to be the ultimate gamechanger for energy security and the rural economy. We examine the early challenges that it is facing and come to a conclusion. It’s a great idea that will need tweaks to increase coverage, and some key policy interventions to get on schedule. By Prasanna Singh You know […] Read more
Apparel Brand Dollar Industries Inaugurates 4 MW Solar Plant in Tirupur Updated On Mon, Oct 5th, 2020 by Saurenergy Dollar Industries Limited, one of the leading apparel brands in India, has commissioned a 4 MW solar power plant at its manufacturing facility in Tirupur. Dollar Industries Limited, one of the leading apparel brands in India, has announced that it has commissioned a 4 MW solar power plant at its manufacturing facility in Tirupur. The […] Read more
US-India Clean Energy and Climate Cooperation Legislation Introduced Updated On Sat, Oct 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy Senator Menendez (D-NJ), a Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has introduced the ‘Prioritising Clean Energy and Climate Cooperation with India Act of 2020’. Senator Bob Menendez (District of New Jersey), a Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has introduced the ‘Prioritising Clean Energy and Climate Cooperation with India Act of […] Read more
India’s RE Push Based on Energy Security and Climate Change: Suresh Prabhu Updated On Thu, Oct 1st, 2020 by Saurenergy India’s focus on renewables will not only ensure energy security but also address environmental concerns, former union minister Suresh Prabhu has said India’s focus on renewable segments like solar, wind and hydropower will not only ensure energy security but also address environmental concerns, former union minister Suresh Prabhu said on Wednesday. “The energy and environment are the two sides of the […] Read more
State-run Majors, PFC, NHPC, NTPC Set Ambitious Performance Fiscal Year Targets Updated On Wed, Sep 30th, 2020 by Saurenergy Leading state-run utilities Power Finance Corporation (PFC), NTPC and the NHPC signed agreements with the power ministry on Wednesday to set up ambitious performance targets for the current financial year, despite flagging demand in wake of the pandemic. The exercise is an annual process, wherein the firms under the ministry set targets for the next […] Read more
Utility-Scale Solar Capacity net Additions in US to Rise 10% Yearly to 2024: Report Updated On Wed, Sep 30th, 2020 by Saurenergy Utility-scale solar generating capacity net additions in the US are forecast to see compound annual growth of 10 percent in terms of watts through 2024. Utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) generating capacity net additions in the US are forecast to see compound annual growth of 10% in terms of watts through 2024, according to ‘Photovoltaic Solar […] Read more
Sungrow Celebrates Grid-Connection of China’s Largest Solar Plus Storage Project Updated On Wed, Sep 30th, 2020 by Saurenergy Sungrow is celebrating the grid connection of China’s largest solar-plus-storage project teaming up with Huanghe Hydropower Development. Sungrow, a leading inverter solution supplier for renewables, is celebrating the grid connection of China’s largest solar-plus-storage project teaming up with Huanghe Hydropower Development. Comprising of a 2.2 GW PV park and a 202.86 MW/202.86 MWh energy storage […] Read more
5 Solar Products that Impressed Us Updated On Mon, Sep 28th, 2020 by Saurenergy 1. SolarPuff Solar Lantern PRODUCT BRIEF: This award-winning solar light is engineered with an origami inspired, self-inflating design and creates beautiful, clean light in 3 colours: bright white, warm and multicolour. PRODUCT FEATURES: It’s light weight, just 2.5 ounces and it floats and can withstand complete immersion under water. For as many hours as you […] Read more
“Green” Credentials of Biomass Energy Challenged by Korean Solar Industry Updated On Mon, Sep 28th, 2020 by Saurenergy Solar developers in South Korea are filing a potentially game-changing lawsuit against their national government (midday Korea Standard Time, 28 September), citing unconstitutional renewable energy subsidies to wood burning that have worsened air pollution, accelerated climate change, and stunted the growth of the Korean solar energy sector. The case represents the first national-level lawsuit challenging […] Read more