“An Electric Future Is Nearer Than We Think”, Mohal Lalbhai, Matter Updated On Wed, Sep 15th, 2021 by Saurenergy Matter is a technology start-up set-up by Mohal Lalbhai, a scion of the Lalbhai Group from Gujarat know more for their textile empire. Founded in January 2019, Matter is a two-year old start-up that seeks to introduce frugal and innovative solutions in the energy storage space which would include batteries for mobility applications, stationary applications, […] Read more
Green Projects Fuel Demand for Cogeneration Equipment Market: Study Updated On Thu, Sep 9th, 2021 by Saurenergy The global cogeneration equipment market, which was valued at US$ 20.25 Bn in 2018, would expand at a CAGR of 9.84% during the forecast period of 2019–2027, according to analysts at market intelligence company Transparency Market Research (TMR). The concept of cogeneration includes simultaneous heat and electricity generation from a single fuel source, including biomass […] Read more
Spanish Firm Designs System To Maximize RE In Commercial Buildings Updated On Thu, Sep 9th, 2021 by Saurenergy Spain-based Wallbox has unveiled Sirius: an innovative energy management solution designed to maximize use of renewable energy in commercial buildings. Representing a big shift from the traditional one-direction flow of electricity from the grid to the building, Sirius is capable of managing various energy sources and will automatically choose the greenest or cheapest one available […] Read more
New Aussie Law Aims to Remove Hurdles in Offshore Wind Expansion Updated On Fri, Sep 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy The Scott Morrison-led conservative government in Australia has introduced a legislation that could help clear the way for offshore wind farms to go ahead in a country considered to have massive offshore renewable energy potential. The long awaited legislation will set up a framework for building, running, maintaining and decommissioning offshore electricity projects including wind […] Read more
Draft Open Access Norms Can be a Tailwind for New RE Projects: CRISIL Updated On Fri, Sep 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy The Draft Electricity (promoting renewable energy through Green Energy Open Access) Rules, 2021, announced by the Ministry of Power, if implemented as is, could improve the certainty of cash flows for new renewable energy projects coming up through this route, finds CRISIL ratings. In India, power distribution happens through three modes – state distribution companies, […] Read more
Developing Energy Storage Key for India’s Decarbonisation, finds Study Updated On Thu, Sep 2nd, 2021 by Saurenergy In order to achieve its target of 450 GW of wind and solar by 2030, India’s wind and solar capacity must grow 20% year-over-year between 2022 and 2030. Developing energy storage is a key avenue for increasing India’s power system flexibility and the share of renewables and ultimately enabling India’s decarbonisation, finds a new study by the […] Read more
US Firm Kevala Raises $21 M in Series A Funding Round Updated On Wed, Sep 1st, 2021 by Saurenergy US energy data provider Kevala Inc. has raised $21 million in Series A funding round led by C5 Impact Partners LP (C5 Capital’s fund focused on data-driven technologies transforming critical infrastructure) and Thin Line Capital. Additional investors in the Series A round include senior energy sector executives Tom Werner, current Chairman and former CEO of […] Read more
Wind Energy Accounted for 42% New U.S. Capacity in 2020 Updated On Wed, Sep 1st, 2021 by Saurenergy More wind energy was installed in 2020 than any other energy source, accounting for 42% of new U.S. capacity, says the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). By contrast, solar amounted to only 38% of new capacity last year. The U.S. wind industry supports 116,800 jobs. The DOE has released three reports showing record growth in […] Read more
Ready For High Tide At Jakson Group Updated On Mon, Aug 30th, 2021 by Saurenergy At the closely held Jakson Group, known until recently for its prowess in the diesel genset market rather than renewable energy, setbacks are usually taken in stride. The group has faced its share of challenges in a legacy almost as old as Independent India, thanks to its modest beginnings in 1947. The two big disruptions […] Read more
