Ladakh Floats Draft Rooftop Solar Policy For Commercial Prosumers Updated On Thu, Jun 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ladakh Power Development Department (LPDD) has released a Draft Rooftop Solar Policy to accelerate the deployment of rooftop solar energy systems among commercial consumers. The policy outlines a targeted, subsidy-based initiative for installing grid-connected rooftop solar PV systems, aiming to leverage a commercial base of over 10,800 consumers and a sanctioned load of nearly […] Read more
TotalEnergies Wins N-9.4 Offshore Wind Concession in German Waters Updated On Thu, Jun 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy TotalEnergies has strengthened its offshore wind portfolio with the award of the N-9.4 concession in the North Sea by Germany’s Federal Network Agency. The concession is granted to Offshore Wind One GmbH of which TotalEnergies is a stakeholder. Project Scope and Location The N-9.4 site lies around 150 kilometres northwest of the German island of […] Read more
GERC Grants Cleanmax 465-Day Extension For RE Project Updated On Thu, Jun 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has granted Cleanmax Vayu Pvt. Ltd. a 465-day extension to commission the evacuation infrastructure for its 100 MW renewable energy project in Jamnagar, citing delays outside the developer’s control. The Mumbai-based company is building the plant in Devpur Ranuja, Kharedi, and Mudila villages of Kalavad Taluka under a captive […] Read more
MSEDCL At Wrong End Of MERC Orders Again, Now Over Delay In Net Billing Updated On Thu, Jun 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy MSEDCL or Mahavitaran, the key discom entity in Maharashtra outside Mumbai, has regularly been in the news for issues related to its tardy handling of renewable project related matters. Or efforts to slow down renewable adoption even in many cases by making it less attractive. In the latest instance of drawing regulatory censure for its […] Read more
Tata Elxsi-Infineon Pact Targets Safer EVs Amid Surging India Sales Updated On Thu, Jun 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy Tata Elxsi, a design and technology services firm, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Infineon Technologies to jointly develop application-ready electric vehicle (EV) solutions tailored for the Indian market, the companies said on Wednesday. The partnership comes amid a surge in EV adoption in India, with sales of electric two- and three-wheelers rising […] Read more
RERC Approves Tariffs for 1000 MWh BESS in Rajasthan Updated On Wed, Jun 18th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) has approved the tariffs for 1000 MWh BESS in Rajasthan ensuring the transparency and alignment with the market norms. Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL) filed a petition for the approval of tariff discovered through a competitive bidding to set up a 500 MW / 1000 MWh standalone […] Read more
Researchers Achieve Storage Technology Breakthrough for Grid Storage Updated On Wed, Jun 18th, 2025 by Saurenergy Scientists at the University of Adelaide have unveiled a major advancement in energy storage technology by developing a high-performance dry electrode for aqueous zinc–iodine batteries. The new electrode design more than doubles the performance of conventional lithium-ion and iodine cathodes, offering a low-cost, environmentally safe, and scalable alternative for large-scale energy storage. The breakthrough, led […] Read more
Bright Future for Dark Pits: Turning Abandoned Coal Mines into Solar Powerhouses Updated On Wed, Jun 18th, 2025 by Saurenergy Closed coal mines around the world may hold the key to a solar energy revolution, according to a new report by Global Energy Monitor (GEM). The report, titled “Bright Side of the Mine”, highlights how nearly 300 GW of photovoltaic (PV) solar capacity could be developed on surface coal mines sealed shut since at least […] Read more
Avaana Capital Draws First Tranche of GCF’s USD 24.5mn Updated On Wed, Jun 18th, 2025 by Saurenergy Avaana Capital has announced the first drawdown of the Green Climate Fund’s (GCF) USD 24.5 million commitment to the Avaana Sustainability Fund, marking the GCF’s first venture capital investment in India. The investment is anchored by the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), acting as the accredited entity under the guidance of the Department […] Read more
