Top 5: Largest BESS Projects in the World in 2025 Updated On Sat, Apr 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy As large battery projects become more and more common across the world, a new initiative, BESS100 has emerged to track the largest among them all. The BESS100, an open source visual database of the 100 largest operational batteries in the world based on rated power i.e. MW, and not on installed or usable energy – […] Read more
UP Reaffirms 22 GW Solar Goal, Reviews PM-KUSUM Progress Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has reaffirmed its goal of adding 22 GW of solar energy capacity, during a review meeting chaired by Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath. The meeting in Lucknow focused on evaluating progress under […] 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
As Wind Energy Finally Crosses 50 GW Milestone, No Time To Rest Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy The March update from India’s Central Electricity Authority finally confirmed what was expected. The breaching of the 50 GW milestone by India’s wind energy developers. With Fy25 seeing fresh additions of 4.15 GW, the industry saw one of its best years, even though the all time best seen in 2016-17 still seems a tough target […] Read more
Senior Analyst – Green Jobs & Skilling Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Key Responsibilities:- Research and Outputs:- Undertake and lead research projects, focusing on Green Jobs and Skilling. This will include both quantitative and qualitative research. Develop research methodologies for employment assessment in various clean energy sectors as needed. Design and execute primary survey. This includes, but not limited to, designing the survey instruments, devising a robust […] Read more
What Led to the Surge in REC Purchases by DISCOMs? Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik, in his latest statement before the Parliament, indicated that the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) have seen an upsurge. He attributed this surge to the changes in policy, which have made it more favorable for the power distribution companies (discoms) in the state. He […] Read more
Why Co-Locating of Storage And RE Matters Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy India has ambitious goals to install 450 GW of renewable energy (RE) capacity by 2030. Even though India has an impressive track record of quickly deploying renewable RE generation assets, the share of RE (excluding large hydro) in total generation continues to be low (13.75 percent) hindering grid decarbonization. The generation-installation gap can be addressed […] Read more
Olectra Greentech Wins Rs 427 Cr E-Bus Order In Himachal Pradesh Updated On Thu, Apr 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy Hyderabad-based Electric vehicle maker Olectra Greentech bagged an Rs 427 crore order for 297 non-air-conditioned electric buses. The company told in a regulatory filing that it secured the project from the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC). Olectra Greentech said it has received a Letter of Award from Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) for the supply […] Read more
JSL, Sunsure Sign Solar PPA To Source Power From UP Project Updated On Thu, Apr 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy Sunsure Energy said it has signed an 11 MWp long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with JSL Super Steel, a Ghaziabad-based unit of Jindal Stainless Ltd, to supply solar power from its 49 MWp project in Augasi, Uttar Pradesh. The recent Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) between Sunsure Energy, an independent power producer, with JSL Super Steel, […] Read more
