Google, NV Energy Plan To Use Geothermal Power For Data Centers Updated On Thu, Jun 13th, 2024 by Saurenergy In a bid to ramp up its commitment to clean energy, Google has partnered with Berkshire Hathaway electric utility NV Energy to fuel its Nevada data centers with advanced geothermal electricity. This move is part of Google’s broader goal to operate entirely on clean energy by 2030. The agreement, currently pending approval from state utility […] Read more
Access To Public Finance Key To Clean Energy Adoption In India: IEA Updated On Thu, Jun 13th, 2024 by Saurenergy The International Energy Agency (IEA) recently reported an increased usage of modern renewable energy between 2010 and 2021. The United Kingdom and Indonesia have reportedly made the greatest progress in the use of modern renewables (up 9 and 7 percentage points, respectively, in total final energy consumption). The two countries were closely followed by China, […] Read more
Vibrant Energy Appoints Vinay Pabba As Its New CEO Updated On Wed, Jun 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy Hyderabad-based, Vibrant Energy, an owner and developer of corporate renewable energy solutions, announced the appointment of Vinay Pabba as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Vinay Pabba, currently Vibrant Energy’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), will shortly be stepping up into the role of CEO. He brings with him a deep understanding of the renewable energy […] Read more
Hitachi Energy Plans To Invest $4.5 Bn In Clean Energy By 2027 Updated On Mon, Jun 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy Switzerland-based Hitachi Energy recently announced its plan to invest an additional $4.5 billion in manufacturing, engineering, digital, R&D, and partnerships by 2027. This is double the investments made by the company in the last three years. This investment complements the company’s recently announced $1.5 billion investment in April this year to ramp up global transformer […] Read more
SC Net Zero Ventures Raises €125 Mn For Energy Transition Updated On Fri, Jun 7th, 2024 by Saurenergy SC Net Zero Ventures, the venture capital investment fund managed by Suma Capital in strategic alliance with Repsol as anchor investor, has completed its first closing raising €125 million. The fund has a target of €150 million. This substantial first closing is a very important step towards achieving the fund’s goals. Furthermore, this milestone underlines […] Read more
Green Financing A Boon For Clean Transmission Projects: Sharib Razi Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy What are the challenges faced by the grid, when it comes to a higher share of renewable energy? Razi: There are two major challenges with increasing share of renewables in the grid. Firstly, due to the intermittent nature of renewable energy, the peak generation of solar or wind does not coincide with the peak load […] Read more
Climate Risk for Renewable Energy Projects & Parametric Insurance Updated On Fri, May 31st, 2024 by Saurenergy Amidst the global conversation on climate change, the renewable energy sector finds itself at a critical juncture. As we grapple with shifting weather patterns and rising temperatures, the sector faces significant challenges in maintaining its infrastructure and ensuring operational efficiency. Research suggests a 12% reduction in wind turbine capacity by the century’s end, and a […] Read more
US Releases New Rule To Incentivise Clean Energy Production Under IRA Updated On Thu, May 30th, 2024 by Saurenergy The US Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released proposed guidance on the Clean Electricity Production Credit and Clean Electricity Investment Credit under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This guideline was established by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), to provide clarity to developers of clean electricity projects. This guidance is expected […] Read more
News Brief May 29 – ib vogt, Gransolar Group, Recurrent Energy Updated On Wed, May 29th, 2024 by Saurenergy ib vogt completes 40 MWp solar power project in Poland International solar developer ib vogt has reached PAC (Provisional Acceptance Certification) for a 40 MWp solar PV project in Ziębice, Poland. The project has been delivering clean solar energy to the grid since December 2023 and passed all testing and requirements to commence full operation […] Read more
