Maharashtra: Avaada To Build 3.6 GW Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Tue, Apr 29th, 2025 by Saurenergy Avaada Group on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra government to develop two pumped storage hydro projects with a combined capacity of 3,650 megawatts. The agreement, signed with the state’s Water Resources Department, was formalized in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, along with senior government officials including Water […] Read more
Q1 2025: ESS Accounts For 64% Utility-Scale Tendering Activity Updated On Mon, Apr 28th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s Standalone Energy Storage Systems (ESS) are becoming the backbone of India’s utility-scale ESS auctions, accounting for 64% of the total tenders issued between January and March 2025 alone, according to a new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics. The report finds that various Indian […] Read more
Cleantech Commissions 100 MWp RE Park For Anthea & Others Updated On Fri, Apr 25th, 2025 by Saurenergy Cleantech Solar, a renewable energy solutions provider has commissioned an open-access solar PV project for industrial customers at its 100 MWp solar park in Maharashtra. This is Cleantech Solar’s seventh renewable energy park in the state. The company last year commenced the commercial operation of its sixth open-access solar PV project of ~150 MWp, for […] Read more
Vikram Solar Secures 150 MW Solar Module Supply Order From MAHAGENCO Updated On Wed, Apr 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Kolkata-based solar PV module manufacturer, Vikram Solar has received an order for a major renewable power project of 150 MW from Maharashtra State Power Generation (MAHAGENCO), a Maharashtra government undertaking. Under the latest order received by Vikram Solar, it would deliver high-efficiency solar modules to the state utility. The company will provide 150 MW of […] Read more
India’s Rooftop Solar Poised To Hit 25-30 GW By FY27: CareEdge Updated On Tue, Apr 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s rooftop solar energy capacity is projected to surge, rising from 17 GW to an estimated 25–30 GW between FY25 and FY27, according to CareEdge Research. With a total renewable capacity of 220 GW as of FY25 and a national target of 300 GW solar capacity by 2030. Rooftop solar, particularly in the Commercial & […] Read more
CEA Green Lights 7.5 GW of PSP, Eyes 22 GW Expansion In FY26 Updated On Mon, Apr 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) cleared 7.5 GW of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for hydro-pumped storage projects (PSPs) in FY 2024-25, a significant milestone in India’s push for long-duration energy storage. The agency has also streamlined the appraisal process through its digital platform “Jalvi Store,” reducing documentation requirements and providing submission checklists to accelerate project […] Read more
Maharashtra Issues 24 Tenders For Rooftop Solar Projects Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) has now issued a total of 24 tenders for solar projects. Most of these projects are rooftop solar projects on government institutions. A few of them are rural solar streetlight projects. Most of these projects have been planned in the Gadchiroli, Nagpur, Chandrapur, Bhandara, and Wardha districts in Maharashtra. […] Read more
MERC Fixes Generic Tariff For Rooftop Solar At Rs 2.82/Unit Updated On Wed, Apr 9th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has set a generic tariff of Rs 2.82/kWh for surplus rooftop solar power, according to its latest suo motu order. The move follows the expiry of the MERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Renewable Energy Tariff) Regulations, 2019. As per the regulatory requirement, MERC must notify generic tariffs […] Read more
Don’t Levy Wheeling Charges In Select Open Access Cases: MERC Updated On Mon, Apr 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC), in its latest judgment, stated that the state discom is not entitled to levy wheeling charges on certain open-access connections. The ruling came after three solar power generators and consumers approached the Commission with complaints. The petitioners included ReNew Sun Renewables, Renew Surtya Alok, and Renew Sunlight Energy. They […] Read more
