Community Solar: An Explainer Updated On Thu, Mar 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy Rooftop solar has established itself as an attractive option for green transition enthusiasts who are also looking to bring down their energy costs. The last decade saw solar prices come down considerably, which made the technology even more attractive. However, Rooftop solar becomes unappealing to most lower-income households because of the higher cost per kilowatt […] Read more
Maharashtra Plans Solar Fence in 1173 Villages Updated On Thu, Mar 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy Maharashtra government has come up with a major project on solar fencing. The project is estimated to be at Rs. 50 crore. Planned to be carried out in a phase wise manner, the first phase will cover 1173 villages and will benefit 33,000 beneficiaries. Talking to Saur Energy, a senior official, PCCF (Principal Chief Conservator […] Read more
OYA Renewables Secures $216 Million For New York Community Solar Pipeline Updated On Thu, Mar 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy US based energy transition solutions platform OYA Renewables has announced that it has secured a total of $216 million in financial backing for the construction of as many as 15 community solar development projects throughout the state of New York. This is expected to give a fresh push to community based solar power in the […] Read more
EDF Renewables Acquires 529 MWp Solar Portfolio from MEC Energy in Germany Updated On Wed, Mar 1st, 2023 by Saurenergy Global renewable energy player EDF Renewables has acquired 17 greenfield solar photovoltaic projects with a total capacity of 529 MWp from MEC Energy, a renewable project developer based in Germany. In the transaction, Capcora, a German consulting company, acted as the exclusive sell-side M&A advisor MEC Energy which is a German project developer and part […] Read more
Triveni Glass to Institute Solar Glass Manufacturing Plant in Andhra Pradesh Updated On Wed, Mar 1st, 2023 by Saurenergy Triveni Glass Limited, an Indian glass manufacturer company has plans to open up a solar glass manufacturing plant with a production capacity of 840 metric ton (MT)/day in Andhra Pradesh for an estimated investment of INR 1000 cr. Headquartered in Allahabad, UP, Triveni Glass Ltd. manufacturer of toughened glass and laminated safety glass. The said […] Read more
Spain’s Repsol Acquires 250 MW of Wind & Solar Assets from Germany’s ABO Wind Updated On Wed, Mar 1st, 2023 by Saurenergy Spanish multinational energy firm Repsol has purchased 250 MW of renewable assets from German developer ABO Wind in Spain that come in the face of three wind farms and two solar plants. With the acquisition of these projects, the renewable portfolio of Repsol in Spain now totals 3,200 MW. The three wind farms, totalling 150 […] Read more
Lightsource bp to Purchase 4 GW of First Solar Modules Updated On Wed, Mar 1st, 2023 by Saurenergy Global solar developer Lightsource bp has placed an order for 4 GW of advanced thin film solar modules with module maker First Solar. The modules, scheduled to be delivered between 2026 and 2028, are expected to power Lightsource bp projects in the United States. This latest deal follows a prior order by Lightsource bp for […] Read more
Indo-German Pact to Integrate Indian Skilled Workers into German Solar Industry Updated On Wed, Mar 1st, 2023 by Saurenergy The German solar industry, which is facing paucity of trained workers, will now be an easy destination for job seekers from India. The recent agreement between the German Solar Industry Association (BSW- which stands for Bundesverband Solarwirtschaft) and the Indian Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) will help integrate skilled workers from India into the […] Read more
JK Cement to Offtake Green Energy from CleanMax’s Wind & Solar Farm Updated On Tue, Feb 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy JK Cement and CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions have entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) for 6.42 MW wind – solar generation capacity in the state of Karnataka. CleanMax delves into C&I renewable energy. As per the PPA, green energy will be provided from CleanMax’s wind-solar farm in Jagalur, Karnataka to JK Cement’s Muddapur factory. The […] Read more
