Assam Discom Issues EoI For 357 MW Project Under PM-KUSUM Comp-A Updated On Thu, Apr 24th, 2025 by Saurenergy Assam Power Distribution Company Ltd (APDCL), has floated a tender to develop 357 MW of solar capacity under Component-A of the PM-KUSUM scheme. Bids will be accepted until May 8, 2025. The Assam Discom’s latest tender for 357 MW solar project under PM KUSUM will be spread across 272 locations, ranging from Nagaon ESD-II in […] Read more
Assam DISCOM Issues Tender For 134 MW Rooftop Solar Projects Updated On Thu, Feb 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy Assam Discom, Assam Power Distribution Company (APDCL) has recently released a tender to develop 134 MW Grid Connected rooftop solar (RTS) projects (without battery storage) on different Government Buildings under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. It is accepting bids till 11th March 2025 APDCL’s latest tender consists of three packages, it mentioned the project […] Read more
45% Of Households Benefit From CFA Under PM Surya Ghar: MNRE Updated On Fri, Feb 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has shared details of the households that benefitted through the installation of rooftop solar plants. When asked about the number of rooftop solar installations done under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) till now, the minister stated, “ Under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft […] Read more
NLC India Signs Pact With Assam Utility To Spur Solar Projects Updated On Mon, Jan 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited, has signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) to bolster energy security and promote solar energy in Assam. The pact aims to establish 1,000 MW of green energy projects, reinforcing the state’s commitment to sustainable power solutions. […] Read more
Green Tariffs, Budget Crucial For RE Growth in Rajasthan, Gujarat: Report Updated On Tue, Nov 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), in a briefing note, recommended a multifaceted approach to accelerate the renewable energy transition in two renewable-rich states namely, Gujarat and Rajasthan. This involves implementing strategic measures to enhance financial resources, improve market dynamics, and support effective governance. The note recommends the use of integrated green […] Read more
ADB Approves $434.25 Mn Loan To Setup Solar Facility In Assam Updated On Fri, Oct 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently approved a $434.25 million loan to increase renewable energy capacity and improve energy security in the state of Assam, India. “Addressing the renewable energy capacity shortage in Assam is crucial to meet growing demand and reduce dependency on fossil fuels,” said ADB Principal Energy Specialist Jiwan Acharya. “This project […] Read more
Govt Should Relax DCR Mandate Temporarily For PM Surya Ghar: IEEFA Updated On Wed, Oct 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy A latest report from the International Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research advocated for temporarily relaxing the mandate of Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) under PM Surya Ghar scheme. The suggestion was one of the key recommendations of the joint report which analysed the performance and challenges under PM Surya Ghar scheme. The […] Read more
Assam Issues Its First Standalone BESS Tender For 25 MW Updated On Tue, Oct 8th, 2024 by Saurenergy The New and Green Energy of Assam (NGEAL) has now issued its first standalone tender for the development of a 25 MW/100MWh of Battery Energy Storage (BESS) plant in the state. The agency has planned to develop the standalone BESS center at the Kurkurmara 400 KV grid substation in the Kamrup district of Assam. NGEAL […] Read more
NLC India Aims To Add 10 GW Renewable Energy By 2030 Updated On Mon, Sep 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy NLC India Limited, a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, marked its 10th year of renewable energy generation in 2024. The company embarked on its renewable energy journey on September 28, 2015, by commissioning a 10 MW solar photovoltaic power plant in Neyveli. Primarily a lignite-based power-generating company, NLC […] Read more
