Sikkim Becomes 22nd State to Join UDAY Updated On Fri, Feb 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy Sikkim would derive an Overall Net Benefit of approximately Rs. 207 crores through UDAY by way of cheaper funds, reduction in AT&C and transmission losses, interventions in energy efficiency, etc. during the period of turnaround. The Government of India and the State of Sikkim has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) under the Scheme Ujwal […] Read more
India Needs Energy Efficiency By Maximising Supply Of Renewable Energy Sources: Niti Aayog Updated On Fri, Feb 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy “We’re at a time when prices of renewable energy sources like solar are falling rapidly. This will soon spread to different energy sources” Buoyed by falling solar tariffs, Niti Aayog today said India needs energy efficiency by maximising supply of renewable energy sources to help realise the goal of sustainable development for affordable and clean […] Read more
NTPC commissions 115 MW capacity out of 260 MW of Bhadla Solar Power Project Updated On Thu, Feb 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy NTPC has planned capacity addition of about 1,000 MW through renewable resources by 2017. In this endeavour, NTPC has already commissioned 310 MW solar power projects. NTPC has announced that it has commissioned 115 MW capacity out of 260 MW of Bhadla Solar Power Project. With this, the installed capacity of NTPC’s solar power projects […] Read more
Yingli to Supply Over 50 MW of Solar Panels for 2 Solar Power Plants in Japan Updated On Wed, Feb 22nd, 2017 by Saurenergy The electricity produced by two solar power plants is equivalent to offsetting more than 30,100 tons of CO2 emissions per year said Yingli in a statement. Yingli Green Energy has signed a 50.6 MW solar panel supply agreement with X-ELIO, a leading Spanish developer and operator of utility-scale PV systems. The agreement is for two […] Read more
J&K CM asks S&T Department to Undertake Projects for Harnessing of Solar Energy in a Big Way Updated On Tue, Feb 21st, 2017 by Saurenergy “Jammu and Kashmir has a fair potential for developing wind and solar energy which if harnessed adequately would rid the state of its energy deficiency.” Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has asked the Science and Technology (S&T) Department to undertake projects for harnessing of solar energy in a big way to supplement the energy needs of the […] Read more
MPs Asked to Contribute Through Their MPLADS Fund for Solar Electrification of Villages Updated On Mon, Feb 20th, 2017 by Saurenergy The Atal Jyoti Yojna provides for 75 per cent of cost of solar street lighting through the ministry’s budget and the balance 25 per cent is to be provided from MPLADS funds, Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies’ funds. All Members of Parliament have been asked to contribute through their MPLADS fund towards providing solar powered […] Read more
NISE Organizing 3 Days Skill Development Program On Grid Integrated Roof Top Solar Updated On Mon, Feb 20th, 2017 by Saurenergy The main objectives of the 3 days skill development program of NISE include national and state policies for grid integrated spv power plants, standards and requirements for grid integrated solar roof top development, various business models for solar rooftop and case study. National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), an autonomous center of excellence of Ministry […] Read more
Thalakulathur Solar Power Plant to Be Commissioned In March This Year Updated On Sat, Feb 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy “A total of 2630 solar panels were installed on the solar power project site. The plant, now constructed with a 650-kilowatt capacity, will supply power through Koduvally and West Hill sub stations.” The solar power plant at Thalakulathur constructed by KSEB will be commissioned in the second week of March and trial run of the […] Read more
China should put “more pressure” on India to promote free trade: Chinese Media Updated On Sat, Feb 18th, 2017 by Saurenergy The World Trade Organisation (WTO) found India’s solar Domestic Content Requirement policy was inconsistent with its treaty obligations under the global trading regime, claimed the Chinese media. China should put “more pressure” on India to promote free trade as calls to boycott Chinese goods have hurt the interests of many Chinese firms, said official media […] Read more
