Will Europe Give In To Rising Dominance of China in Global Wind Energy? Updated On Tue, Jul 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy Wind energy is arguably the second most impactful industry in the global renewable world, after solar. The sector continued its impressive growth in 2023, setting a new record for global new wind turbine installations, 34 per cent higher than in 2022. The world installed added over 116 Gigawatt (GW) of new wind capacity during the […] Read more
Indian Wind Sector Prone To Cybersecurity Risks: NITI Aayog Report Updated On Thu, Jul 18th, 2024 by Saurenergy A recent report by NITI Aayog identified emerging concerns in cybersecurity for the Indian wind sector due to the import of components for the wind sector, particularly from China, by the Wind Turbine Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The report proposes a multi-pronged approach integrating policy interventions, manufacturing support, and robust cybersecurity measures. Given the increasing […] Read more
GUVNL Floats Tender For 500 MW Wind Project With GreenShoe Option Updated On Wed, Jul 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL) today issued a tender for a 500 MW wind power project, with an additional 500 MW green shoe option. The last date for the tender submission is August 14. The tender document said that the bidders can choose the locations anywhere in India. “The Projects shall be located […] Read more
Global Floating Wind Industry Reached 270 GW In FY24: IRENA Updated On Tue, Jul 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy While still in its infancy, the global floating wind industry reached approximately 270 MW of operational capacity as of 2023. However, the international pipeline indicates a growing interest with 244 GW of new floating wind projects in development. The latest International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) report on offshore wind power highlights its high-capacity factors and […] Read more
SJVN Issues Tender For 1.2 GW Hybrid Projects Across India Updated On Mon, Jul 15th, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN recently released a tender for the selection of hybrid power developers for setting up 1200 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid power projects in India. The tender mandates the hybrid power Developer (HPD) to set up a project that includes a transmission network up to the Interconnection/ Delivery Point. The project is undertaken to supply wind-solar […] Read more
NTPC-REL Seek Bids To Develop 795 MW Solar Projects At Khavda Updated On Thu, Jul 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL) has invited bids to develop 795 MW (2×275 MW + 1×245 MW) of solar projects at the famous Khavda renewable energy power park at the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat. NTPC REL invited these bids to design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, packing and forwarding, transportation, unloading storage, installation, testing, and […] Read more
US Plans $65Bn Investment In Offshore Wind, But Faces Constraints Updated On Wed, Jul 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the 2024 Offshore Wind Market Report, which projected the clean power industry to invest $65 billion in offshore wind projects by 2030. This can support 56,000 jobs in the United States. There are currently 12 gigawatts (GW) of projects with active offtake agreements, including 4 GW under active […] Read more
Inox Wind Bags 200 MW order for Its 3 MW Turbines Updated On Tue, Jul 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Inox Wind Limited (IWL) has bagged an order for 200 MW from a renewable C&I power producer. The order is for IWL’s latest 3 MW Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs) and the scope comprises of end-to-end turnkey execution. Additionally, Inox Wind will provide post commissioning multi-year operations & maintenance (O&M) services. The project will be executed […] Read more
MNRE Revises Rule For Micrositing Of Onshore Wind Turbines Updated On Mon, Jul 8th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently issued an amendment to the guidelines for onshore wind project development, updating the 2016 framework to emphasize optimizing energy production through precise micrositing of wind turbine generators. This amendment enables developers and investors to strategically place turbines within available land, fostering repowering and intercropping initiatives without […] Read more
