Relaxed Crystal Increases Solar Cell Efficiency Updated On Sat, Apr 7th, 2018 by Saurenergy According to the researchers, the research represents a significant step toward stable perovskite-based solar cells for next generation solar-to-electricity and solar-to-fuel technologies. The researchers have discovered that constant illumination relaxes strain in perovskite’s crystal lattice, allowing it to uniformly expand in all directions. A collaborative research led by Rice University and Los Alamos National Laboratory found that […] Read more
Shimla Gets 35 KW Grid-Connected Solar Power Plant Updated On Sat, Apr 7th, 2018 by Saurenergy It is the first grid-connected solar power plant in Shimla and has been installed on the rooftop of the Department of Environment, Science and Technology. A 35 KW grid-connected solar power plant has been installed in Shimla and recently it was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur. It is the first grid-connected solar power […] Read more
DGAD Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on EVA Sheet Imports for Solar Module Updated On Sat, Apr 7th, 2018 by Saurenergy The move has come in response to the petition filed by the RenewSys India before the DGAD for imposition of anti-dumping duty on EVA sheet imports for solar module. The Directorate General of Anti-Dumping & Allied Duties (DGAD) has issued a notification with respect to ‘Initiation of anti-dumping investigation concerning imports of “Ethylene Vinyl Acetate […] Read more
CleanChoice Energy Launches CleanChoice Community Solar Updated On Sat, Apr 7th, 2018 by Saurenergy This new platform connects people to local community solar projects, allowing customers to sign-up in less than five minutes, and manages ongoing customer engagement with completely digital and fully online. Renewable energy company CleanChoice Energy has launched CleanChoice Community Solar. This new platform connects people to local community solar projects, allowing customers to sign-up in […] Read more
GEDA Identifies 13 Offices of Goa Power Dept to Run on Solar Energy Updated On Fri, Apr 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy Six in South Goa and seven in North Goa will have grid connected rooftop solar plants. The Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA) has identified 13 sub-division offices of the Goa electricity department that will be solar powered. Out of the thirteen sub-division offices, six in South Goa and seven in North Goa will have grid connected rooftop solar plants. GEDA has floated […] Read more
World Added More Solar than Fossil Fuel Power Generating Capacity in 2017: UN Report Updated On Fri, Apr 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy Solar power also attracted far more investment, at USD 160.8 billion, up 18 per cent, than any other technology. Solar energy dominated global investment in new power generation like never before in 2017, a UN report has said. The world installed a record 98 GW of new solar capacity, which is far more than the […] Read more
India’s Solar Additions Slowed by GST, Duty on China Imports, says UN Report Updated On Fri, Apr 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy Developing economies, comprising India, China and Brazil, committed USD 177 billion to renewables last year, up 20%, compared to USD 103 billion for developed countries, down 19%, the report added. A UN report has said that the imposition of anti-dumping and safeguard duties on import of Chinese solar cells and modules and levy of Goods […] Read more
India Yamaha Motor Commissions 1,100 KW Solar Rooftop Plant in TN Updated On Fri, Apr 6th, 2018 by Saurenergy The rooftop installation would reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emission to the extent of 1,600 tonnes per year. Japan-based Yamaha Motor company’s Indian arm, India Yamaha Motor at its Oragadam factory near Chennai has commissioned 1,100 KW rooftop solar power plant taking the total solar capacity to 1,450 KW at the unit. The move has come as […] Read more
SA Signs Renewable Energy Deals with IPP Updated On Thu, Apr 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy The signing of PPAs for the 27 mostly solar and wind projects were held up for more than two years under ousted President Jacob Zuma, who favoured a plan to build additional nuclear power plants. In the first major investment contract under President Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa has signed the long-delayed renewable energy contracts worth […] Read more
