PERC Innovator Martin Green Wins 2023 Leigh Ann Conn Prize For Global Impact Updated On Tue, Dec 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy Martin Green, Scientia Professor and world-leading silicon cell pioneer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney, Australia, has won the 2023 Leigh Ann Conn Prize for Renewable Energy from the University of Louisville. The prize recognizes outstanding renewable energy ideas and achievements with proven global impact. Professor Green had earlier this year won […] Read more
South Africa Announces Tender for 5 GW Renewable Capacity under BW7 Updated On Tue, Dec 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) of South Africa has released a tender under the seventh bid window (BW7) under its Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). The tender seeks bids for the development of 5 GW of renewable capacity, entailing 3.2 GW of wind and 1.8 GW of solar capacity. […] Read more
GoodWe Among Top Three PV Inverter Suppliers in Europe: Report Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy GoodWe, a solar solutions company, revealed that it stood among the top three solar PV inverter suppliers in Europe for the year 2022. According to a report by Wood Mackenzie, an energy research agency, GoodWe held a notable 7% share in the European market in the preceding year. Its PV inverter shipments to Europe rose […] Read more
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited Calls Developers for 100 MW Solar Project Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has released a tender and invited bids for the development of 100 MW solar power projects as well as associated transmission system. The project will be established in Bathinda, Punjab. The last date to submit the bid is December 18, 2024. The earnest money deposit to be submitted by […] Read more
Sembcorp Ties up with Japanese Firms for Export of Green Ammonia from India Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy Singapore-based Sembcorp Industries has joined hands with two Japan-based firms for the production of green ammonia in India. The green ammonia produced will be supplied to Japan. The green hydrogen arm of Sembcorp, called Sembcorp Green Hydrogen Pte, has forged agreements with conglomerate Sojitz Corp and energy major Kyushu Electric Power for the exploration of […] Read more
Pune-Based KPIT Technologies Unveils Sodium-Ion Battery Technology Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy Pune-based KPIT Technologies, a partner to the automotive and mobility ecosystem, introduced its Sodium (Na)-ion battery technology. The new technology by the battery tech offers an extended lifespan with 80% capacity retention for 3000-6000 cycles and faster charging capability as compared to lithium batteries. Its builds on and compliments KPIT expertise in software development, integration […] Read more
Electricity Demand In India Increased 79% In Last 9 Years: RK Singh Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy Union Power Minister RK Singh claimed that the electricity demand in India rose almost 79 percent in the last nine years. He shared the latest data before the Lok Sabha in his written response to a question. He said the electricity demand rose from 1,35,918 MW in 2013–14 to 2,43,271 MW in September 2023. He also […] Read more
CERC Allows Compensation To RE Firm For Higher Duties On Solar Cells Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy In its latest judgment, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) allowed compensation to a renewable energy company against the imposition of increased import duties on solar cells. The case was related to a Rajasthan-based solar project. On July 30, 2018, the Indian government imposed higher duties against the import of solar cells into India. On […] Read more
Tata Power Solar Systems in Contract with NTPC for 152 MWp Domestic Content Requirement PV Modules Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy Tata Power Solar Systems Limited (TPSSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has signed a contract to supply 152 MWp DCR (Domestic Content Requirement) solar PV modules for NTPC Limited (NTPC’s) Nokh Solar PV Project in Rajasthan. The project holds a significant order value of approximately INR 418 crore. NTPC […] Read more
