Punjab Invites Bids for 10 MW Cumulative Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar PV Systems Updated On Thu, Mar 16th, 2023 by Saurenergy Punjab Energy Development Agency has issued a tender for the implementation of a tentative 10 MW cumulative grid-connected rooftop solar PV systems under RESCO mode at various locations in the state of Punjab. The tender fee is Rs 5,000. The processing fee is Rs 2,360. The EMD amount is Rs 20,00,000 (two lacs per MW […] Read more
The Influence Of Winter On Solar PV Systems And Related O&M Considerations Updated On Mon, Dec 20th, 2021 by Saurenergy Background Winter is well and truly on its way for the northern hemisphere with temperatures beginning to fall and already reaching freezing point in some regions. According to forecasts there will be prolonged periods of icy and snowy weather in Europe on its way. So, what are the specific effects of winter on the operation […] Read more
Correct Use of Aluminum Core Cables in PV Systems Updated On Mon, Oct 4th, 2021 by Saurenergy Grid transmission cables are usually aluminum core. Therefore, in the construction of PV plant projects in residential and commercial areas (especially household PV plant), many users will use aluminum core cables to directly interface with inverter output ports or circuit breakers ports. This can cause many safety problems. This Solis seminar will share the correct […] Read more
The Influence Of Salt Spray And High Humidity Environments On Solar PV systems Updated On Tue, Sep 7th, 2021 by Saurenergy Background The working environment of a PV plant is relatively complex, and extreme environments such as high/low temperature, humidity, salt spray, heavy sand and other harsh environments, can test the reliability and environmental adaptability of the PV system. More and more PV plants are being built on water, desert, and in coastal areas. 2-3 years […] Read more
MNRE Issues Benchmark Costs for Rooftop Solar PV Systems for FY22 Updated On Fri, Aug 20th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a notification with the latest benchmark costs for the installation of new grid-connected rooftop solar PV systems for the present financial year i.e. 2021-22 (FY22). Benchmark costs for FY22 for general category states/UTs are as follows: Benchmark costs for Special Category States/UTs (i.e. North-Eastern States including Sikkim, Himachal […] Read more
Kaco Launches New 1-Phase String Inverters for Residential PV Systems Updated On Fri, Aug 6th, 2021 by Saurenergy Kaco new energy, a German manufacturer of inverters for grid-feed solar power, has begun shipping its next generation of devices: a new family of single-phase transformerless string inverters for residential PV systems, the blueplanet NX1 M2. These devices have output powers between three and five kVA. The designation M2 stands for the number of MPP trackers: in […] Read more
Solis Seminar Episode 19: How to Section AC Cable for Solar PV systems Updated On Thu, Apr 29th, 2021 by Saurenergy Background In PV systems, we need to consider three types of cables: PV cables, AC cables, and grounding cables. PV cables are usually laid outdoors and need to be protected from moisture, direct sunlight, cold temperatures, and ultraviolet. It is essential to choose PV-certified cabling, which cannot be replaced by conventional cabling(PV-Certified Cable’s UV protection, […] Read more
Tender Issued for Installation of Solar PV Systems at Households Across Goa Updated On Thu, Dec 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy GEDA has tendered for the installation of solar PV systems at various households across Goa under the Remote Village Electrification Scheme The Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA) has issued a tender for the installation of solar PV systems at various households across Goa under the Remote Village Electrification (RVE) Programme. In June, it was reported […] Read more
