‘Balcony Solar’ Seeks To Spread Solar Availability To New Segments Updated On Thu, Jun 15th, 2023 by Saurenergy An abiding issue with higher solar adoption is the need for space. In urban areas, which are already space challanged, it becomes an even bigger issue with the minimum requirement for a rooftop. Many aware and conscientous prospects who live in apartments or have a single floor regret not being able to contribute to the […] Read more
Lightsource bp Secures $460 Million For 368-MW Utility Scale Solar Projects Updated On Fri, Jun 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy Global renewable energy firm Lightsource bp has closed on a $460 million multi-project financing package, which will support the construction and operation of a 368 MW portfolio. This RE portfolio comprised of two utility-scale solar projects in the United States. The debt for this project has been managed by Bank of America, ING Capital, Lloyds […] Read more
India’s Solar O&M Market: A tale of increased domination of new evolving technologies Updated On Tue, May 30th, 2023 by Saurenergy If you track the Indian solar sector or are a regular SaurEnergy reader, you might remember the increasing frequency of news reports on the topic of robotic cleaning of solar panels. Be it Ecoppia, Airtouch (incidentally, both are Israeli firms), or the domestic Skilancer Solar and many more, robotic cleaning has created a disruption in […] Read more
Wood Mackenzie: China’s Solar Exports Boom 64% In 2022 Despite Global Trade Tensions Updated On Wed, May 24th, 2023 by Saurenergy A new report from Wood Mackenzie has revealed that solar exports of China grew 64% to $52 billion in 2022 despite global trade tensions. Wood Mackenzie research director Alex Whitworth held that trade tensions have taken a back seat to high power prices driven by the energy crisis, and this is causing consumers and developers […] Read more
A Lack of Awareness Among Key Stakeholders About Benefits Of Solar Insurance- Sudhish Ramteke, Anand Rathi Updated On Wed, May 17th, 2023 by Saurenergy As solar has achieved scale and a future of strong growth, insurance firms have also done well to catch up and offer products for the sector. Besides the obvious role of de-risking projects for developers, insurance firms also play a key role in wider understanding and acceptance of the risks involved for other key stakeholders, […] Read more
Lightsource bp, AEP Energy Sign PPA for 188 MW Solar Farm in Indiana Updated On Fri, Feb 24th, 2023 by Saurenergy Solar energy conglomerate Lightsource bp and AEP Energy Partners (AEPEP), a subsidiary of American Electric Power have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for a 188 MWdc solar project called Honeysuckle Solar located in New Carlisle, Indiana, USA. AEP Energy Partners is also one of the largest wholesale energy suppliers in the country. Lightsource bp […] Read more
Denham Capital Announces $200 Million for Solar Energy Generator Solops Updated On Tue, Feb 14th, 2023 by Saurenergy Boston based global energy transition investment firm Denham Capital has announced that it has closed a purchase agreement with Solops that develops, finances, and owns and operates photovoltaic solar projects in the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector throughout the United States. Under the agreement, Denham has acquired Solops and will support the growth of the […] Read more
GERC Provides Only Interim Relief On Replacement of Modules For Old Solar Project Updated On Mon, Feb 6th, 2023 by Saurenergy In a recent order in January, the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC), when faced with a petition seeking permission to replace solar modules on a project ‘damaged’ by floods, chose to provide interim relief only, reserving the tight to take a final view on the issue. The matter at hand is a very interesting case, […] Read more
4000 Homes with Solar Panels & EV Parking To Be Up For Grabs in Maharashtra Soon Updated On Tue, Jan 24th, 2023 by Saurenergy Homeowners have finally begun to recognise the benefits that solar offers. With around 40% subsidy on offer by the Government, residential solar rooftop is easy on the pocket. There is 20% subsidy for group housing societies and RWAs. Additionally, there is payback of as low as four years on investment. This awareness is complemented by […] Read more
