US DOE Grants $128 Mn to Advance Solar Technologies Updated On Thu, Nov 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the selections for USD 128 million in new projects to advance solar technologies. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced selections for USD 128 million in new projects to advance solar technologies. Through the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s Solar Energy Technologies Office, DOE will […] Read more
ADB Grants $451 Mn to Strengthen Power Connectivity in Tamil Nadu Updated On Thu, Nov 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy ADB has approved a USD 451 million loan to strengthen power connectivity between the southern and northern parts of the CKIC in Tamil Nadu The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 451 million loan to strengthen power connectivity between the southern and northern parts of the Chennai–Kanyakumari Industrial Corridor (CKIC) in Tamil Nadu, […] Read more
Cabinet Gives its Approval for Renewable Pact Signed With Guinea Updated On Thu, Nov 7th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Union Cabinet has given its approval to a pact signed between India and Guinea in the field of renewable energy. The Union Cabinet on November 6, 2019, gave ex-post facto approval to a pact signed between India and Guinea in the field of renewable energy. “The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given approval for the MoU (memorandum of […] Read more
Infosys Helps in Digital Transformation of Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Nov 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy According to the contract signed, Infosys will enable Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy to align its existing disparate IT setup into a harmonized and consolidated infrastructure landscape. IT giant Infosys has entered into a strategic long-term partnership with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE), global leader in wind energy, in order to help in its digital transformation. […] Read more
Dominion Energy to Add Largest Project to Virginia Solar Fleet Updated On Fri, Nov 1st, 2019 by Saurenergy Further, this solar facility is expected to be operational in 2021 and will provide up to 150 MW clean power. American power and energy company Dominion Energy is adding a 150 MW solar facility in Prince George County, Virginia. Also, this Fort Powhatan solar facility is the Richmond-headquartered company’s largest solar portfolio in Virginia. Further, this solar facility is […] Read more
PSEG to Acquire 25% Stake in Ørtsed’s 1.1 GW Offshore Project Updated On Wed, Oct 30th, 2019 by Saurenergy PSEG will enter into exclusive negotiations with Ørsted, for PSEG to potentially become an equity investor in the 1.1 GW ocean wind offshore project The Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG), a leading energy company with a utility serving 2.3 million New Jersey electricity customers, has announced it will enter into exclusive negotiations with Ørsted, for […] Read more
Railways Tenders for Procurement of Power From Hybrid Projects Updated On Wed, Oct 30th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Indian Railways has issued an RfS, inviting bids from eligible parties to procure power from wind and solar hybrid projects. The Railway Energy Management Company (REMCL), on behalf of the Indian Railways, has issued a Request for Selection (RfS), inviting bids from eligible parties to procure power from wind and solar hybrid projects. The […] Read more
Need to Grab Rooftop Solar Opportunity with Right Policy Structure: Sushil Bansal Updated On Mon, Oct 28th, 2019 by Saurenergy The rooftop solar segment is still far behind achieving its target. The main reason behind this I believe is resistance from Discoms and inconsistent solar rooftop policies in every state. There is high potential in erstwhile slow-moving solar rooftop segment. Already there is awareness among rooftop consumers. The cost advantage is also present. There is […] Read more
Project Monitoring Committee at Ministry Could Fast-Track Project Implementation: Ved Mani Tiwari Updated On Thu, Oct 24th, 2019 by Saurenergy The government has introduced an online system for seeking forest clearance that has been very beneficial in securing this critical clearance. To streamline state level clearances for transmission projects, the appointment of a nodal officer at the state level could be very helpful. Similarly, having a Project Monitoring Committee at Power Ministry level for a […] Read more