Himachal CM Fast-Tracks Solar, Eyes 13 GW PSPs Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, at a high-level meeting of the Power Department, has directed the Energy Department to issue a cancellation notice to non-serious hydro power developers, whose projects have remained stalled for many years. Noting that the undue delays in the project execution are causing significant losses to the state […] Read more
Rajasthan: NTPC’s 245 MW Nokh Solar Plant Now Fully Operational Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy State-run power utility NTPC has commissioned the final 52 MW unit of the 245 MW solar capacity at Plot-3 of its Nokh Solar PV Project (3×245 MW) in Rajasthan, according to a recent regulatory filing. The company added, “The first part of the capacity of 193 MW has already been declared for commercial operation on […] Read more
MNRE Launches ₹2.3 Cr Challenge for RT Solar Innovation Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched a first-of-its-kind national innovation competition, Innovative Projects Start-Up Challenge, with a prize pool of INR 2.3 crore to drive innovation in rooftop solar and distributed renewable energy systems across India. The announcement was made during the National Conference on Skill Development for the Renewable Energy […] Read more
Assam Targets 1.9 GW Rooftop Solar by 2030, Up From 60 MW Now Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Assam, one of India’s most climate-vulnerable states, is showing intent to scale rooftop solar (RTS) energy, but still faces hurdles in tapping its full potential. According to officials, the state currently generates only 60 MW of RTS power, against a technical potential estimated between 7,321 MW and 13,428 MW. Speaking at an official briefing on […] Read more
NLC India Secures 500 MWh Energy Storage Project in Tamil Nadu Updated On Sun, Jun 22nd, 2025 by Saurenergy NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited (NLCIL), has been awarded a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project by Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGECL). The development marks the first large-scale energy storage initiative for NLCIL. The awarded contract includes the development of three standalone BESS […] Read more
Rajasthan: NVVN Awards Lowest Bid For 500MW/1GWh BESS At Rs 2.16L/MW/Month Updated On Sat, Jun 21st, 2025 by Saurenergy NTPC’s subsidiary, NVVN, has awarded a 500 MW/1,000 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) tender to five developers, including Solar91 – Energizing India, Rays Power Experts Ltd, Rajasthan-based Stockwell Solar, TrueRE – Oriana Power, and new entrant INOX Renewable Solutions Limited. The BESS would be developed to the requirements of Rajasthan Urja Vikas (RUVITL/ Buying […] Read more
Waaree Not Moving Out of Odisha, It’s A Strategic Realignment: CEO Updated On Sat, Jun 21st, 2025 by Saurenergy In the wake of the company’s recent statement of changes in its original solar manufacturing plan, the top management of Waaree Energies has denied complete withdrawal of the firm from its projects in Odisha. The top management of the firm told Saur Energy the exercise was a “realignment to multiple geographies” to expedite their plan […] Read more
Rajasthan Genco Issues 1GW BESS Tender With VGF Updated On Fri, Jun 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy In one of the first, a power-generating company (Genco) in Rajasthan has issued a tender for 1 GW of Battery Energy Storage (BESS) project with Viability Gap Funding (VGF) support. The Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (RVUNL) has invited bids for the development of 1,000 MW/2,000 MWh standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) under […] Read more
Indonesia Inaugurates Nation’s Largest Solar Panel Factory Updated On Fri, Jun 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indonesia has taken a major step toward strengthening its renewable energy sector with the inauguration of the country’s largest integrated solar cell and panel manufacturing facility. PT Trina Mas Agra Indonesia, the new plant, boasts a production capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW) annually and delivers solar panels with an output of 720 watts-peak per unit. […] Read more
