In Bangladesh, Rickshaw VPPs Are The Latest Energy Innovation Updated On Thu, Apr 13th, 2023 by Saurenergy Electric three wheelervehicles have become one of the crucial engines for the surge of EVs worldwide, especially in Asian markets, such as India, China, and Bangladesh. For instance, Bangladesh today has more EVs on the road than Tesla has sold globally to date, as per a white paper named “The Rickshaw VPP” by a climate-tech […] Read more
Backed by Favourable Policies, US Welcomes Largest Community Solar Project Updated On Wed, Apr 12th, 2023 by Saurenergy The idea of solar in the USA is gathering momentum. The credit primarily goes to the Inflation Reduction Act, which has been insturmental in giving a fresh impetus to clean energy in the country. The landmark Act paves the path for provisions for tax credits for solar projects. Community Solar is also gaining traction rapidly […] Read more
Robotic Cleaning Represents Only 1-2% Of overall Capex, But Can Be Decisive: Amit Singla, Ecoppia India Updated On Wed, Apr 12th, 2023 by Saurenergy Israeli firm Ecoppia offers AI, data-driven robotic solar panel cleaning solutions. It claims to have deployed 3,900 MW of projects, over 10.5 mn autonomous cleaning sessions and cleaned over 9.24 bn solar panels. The firm, which has a global presence, is expanding operations in India. Some of the firm’s clients from India include NTPC, Azure […] Read more
Canadian Solar Announces Big Capacity Expansion Plans Updated On Wed, Apr 12th, 2023 by Saurenergy Canada based global solar equipment conglomerate Canadian Solar Inc. has announced the massive capacity expansion plans of CSI Solar Company Ltd. by the year of 2024. CSI Solar is majority-owned subsidiary of Canadian Solar. “Namely, by the end of Q1 2024, CSI Solar intends to add 30 GW of ingot, 15 GW of wafer, 10 […] Read more
CERC Approves PXIL’s Plan To Introduce High Price Day-Ahead Market (HP-DAM) Updated On Tue, Apr 11th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), in its order on a petition filed by the Power Exchange India Limited (PXIL) on Tuesday, approved its demand for the introduction of the High Price Day Ahead Market (HP-DAM). PXIL had earlier sought approval from the CERC to introduce the HP-DAM on PXIL’s PRATYAY Platform. CERC first heard […] Read more
ADB, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Collaborate for Grid & BESS Enhancement in Delhi Updated On Mon, Apr 10th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL), the distribution arm of Tata Power, have announced that they have signed an agreement to subscribe to non-convertible debentures for Rs 1.5 billion ($18.2 million) to enhance Delhi’s power distribution through grid enhancements. The agreement also involves a $2 million grant to partially […] Read more
NextEnergy, Statkraft Sign PPA For 210 MW Portuguese Solar Projects Updated On Wed, Apr 5th, 2023 by Saurenergy NextEnergy Capital, a UK based global solar specialist in the renewables sector, has announced the signing of a PPA in Portugal with Statkraft AS, a Norwegian state owned utility. The three solar plants owned by NextPower III ESG, an international solar fund managed by NextEnergy Capital, have a total installed capacity of 210MW and are […] Read more
IEX achieved 9,212 MU of overall volume in March 2023, Power Prices Average Rs 5.25/Unit Updated On Tue, Apr 4th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) on Tuesday claimed that it achieved 9,212 Million Units (MU) of overall volume in March 2023. It included green market trade of 391 MU, 8.69 lakh Renewable Energy Certificates (REC), equivalent to 869 MU, and 22,881 ESCerts (equal to 23 MU). The power exchange claimed that its overall volume during […] Read more
Crash in Lithium Prices: A Boon for EV Buyers or Unsustainable Trend? Updated On Tue, Apr 4th, 2023 by Saurenergy Prices of the so-called ‘White Gold’ has been declining for the past few months. Lithium is a common ingredient in almost all electric-car batteries we use today. The drop in commodity prices has made it easier for carmakers to cut prices for electric vehicles. For instance, last month, Tesla lowered the prices of its two […] Read more