Dutch Ignore Warnings, Impose ‘Super Profits’ Ceiling On Solar Power Updated On Mon, Dec 5th, 2022 by Saurenergy India’s ‘windfall profits’ levy on oil refining firms has found an echo in Netherlands. Except that the Dutch have proposed a price ceiling on renewable energy producers to curb excess profits. The government of the Netherlands announced a €130/MWh (US$136) profit ceiling for solar and wind generation as part of the EU’s established ‘intramarginal levy’ […] Read more
Goldi Solar Launches Hi-Efficiency Mono PERC DCR PV Modules Updated On Mon, Dec 5th, 2022 by Saurenergy Goldi Solar continues to add to its range of offerings in the Mono Perc and bifacial segments. In the wake of the M10 wafer size and HELOC Plus series’ successful launches (G12 wafer size). Now, in the HELOC® Pro line, Goldi Solar offers its devoted consumers the Mono PERC range of DCR modules. With a […] Read more
MSEDCL Discovers Price of Rs 2.90/kWh In 500 MW Solar Tender Updated On Mon, Dec 5th, 2022 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL) has discovered a best price of Rs 2.90/kWh for 100 MW out of the 500 MW it auctioned to secure 500 MW of long-term power from grid-connected intrastate solar projects. SolarArise was the lowest bidder, while state owned SJVN Green Energy, and Tata Power subsidiary Tata Power Renewable […] Read more
RECPDCL Floats Tender for 500 MW of ISTS-Connected Solar Projects Updated On Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022 by Saurenergy REC Limited’s subsidiary company, REC Power Development, and Consultancy (RECPDCL) has floated a tender for setting up 500 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar power projects across the country. By combining thermal or hydroelectric with renewable energy and storage, the projects seek to maintain flexibility in their generation and scheduling. The last date for […] Read more
Swedish Solar Cell Maker Midsummer Signs LOIs to Deliver 224 MW Solar Panels Updated On Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022 by Saurenergy Swedish manufacturer of thin film CIGS (copper indium gallium selenide)solar cells, Midsummer has announced the signing of letters of intent (LOI) with six Swedish and foreign business partners for a total of 107 MW of solar panels. With the release of 224 MW of solar cells and previously announced agreements with roof and building businesses […] Read more
Germany Looks to Fund India’s Energy Transition Projects with €1 billion Updated On Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022 by Saurenergy Germany has proposed to fund India’s energy transition projects with €1 billion. The projects are to be executed all over the country under a bilateral partnership between the two countries on green and sustainable development. As per discussions held between India and Germany, the funding will pave the way for over 20 projects spread over […] Read more
Tata Power Renewable Energy Bags 255 MW of Hybrid Projects For Delhi Updated On Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022 by Saurenergy It’s all within the group as Group Firm Tata Power Renewable Energy (TPREL) bagged the 255 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid auction from Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL). The supplies are meant for the Delhi market, where TPDDL is one of the 3 discoms operating, besides the two BSES discoms. The winning bid of Rs 3 […] Read more
NREL Confirms Spike In Solar and Storage Costs In US Updated On Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022 by Saurenergy The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the premier government entity tasked with tracking and projecting impact of technology changes in the renewables space, has come out with its annual benchmarking report on prices. And the findings are no surprise, to those who have been in the market. Using 2021 prices, NREL estimates that utility-scale PV […] Read more
UP Govt’s Ambitious Plan to Power Textile Industry with Solar Energy Updated On Fri, Dec 2nd, 2022 by Saurenergy The Uttar Pradesh Government has approved a scheme under which the handloom sector will be powered with solar energy. The scheme, to be executed in a phased manner, will impact millions of families dependent on the handloom sector for a living. As per the scheme, weavers belonging to the general category will get 50 per […] Read more