World’s Biggest Sand Battery Begins Operation in Finland Updated On Thu, Jun 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy Finnish startup Polar Night Energy has commissioned the world’s largest sand battery in Pornainen, in collaboration with the local district heating provider, Loviisan Lämpö. Towering nearly 13 metres high and 15 metres wide, the sand battery uses around 2,000 tonnes of crushed soapstone to store thermal energy. With a 1 MW heat output and 100 […] Read more
Sungrow Unveils Its ESS Platform-PowerTitan 3.0 Updated On Wed, Jun 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Global inverter and energy storage system provider Sungrow has unveiled its next-gen PowerTitan 3.0 Energy Storage System (ESS) Platform. The platform fit for utility-scale applications is available for immediate commercial deployment. The platform is designed such that all functional modules can be freely deployed according to scenario requirements without redesign. Hence, it is compatible with […] Read more
No Transmission Charges On BESS, PSPs Till June 28: Govt Updated On Wed, Jun 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Ministry of Power has issued a long-awaited notification waiving inter-state transmission system (ISTS) charges for Energy Storage Systems (ESS), including pumped hydro and battery projects, as part of efforts to support renewable energy integration. The order builds on earlier ministry notifications issued on December 23, 2016; November 2, 2021; December 1, 2022; December 6, 2022; […] Read more
Karnataka: Bijapur REZ Gets Fillip For Boosting Transmission Web Updated On Wed, Jun 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has granted a transmission licence to Bijapur REZ Transmission Limited (BRTL) for developing an inter-state transmission system (ISTS) project in Karnataka. BRTL is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) of PFC Consulting. Bizapur REZ is among Karnataka’s six designated renewable energy zones (REZs) from the southern state. The other REZs […] Read more
Govt Picks 15 States, NTPC To Offer VGF Support For BESS Updated On Tue, Jun 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power has approved a ₹5,400 crore ($650 million) viability gap funding (VGF) scheme aimed at accelerating the deployment of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the country, according to a latest notification issued by the Ministry of Power. Funded through the Power System Development Fund (PSDF), the scheme will support the development […] Read more
India Emerges As Key Player in Global Energy Investment: IEA Updated On Mon, Jun 9th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s rapidly evolving energy landscape features prominently in the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) World Energy Investment 2025 report, underscoring the country’s pivotal role in global energy investment trends. India has demonstrated a strong pickup in solar investment in 2024, with renewables expanding rapidly alongside continued coal development. The country approved an additional 15 gigawatts (GW) […] Read more
MERC Rejects Scrapping of Grid Support Charges for Rooftop Solar Updated On Mon, Jun 9th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has dismissed a petition seeking to eliminate Grid Support Charges (GSC) applicable to rooftop solar systems in the state. The state power regulator ruled that the charges were legally established and necessary to maintain grid stability and service infrastructure. The order was passed after a petition was filed in […] Read more
SNEC 2025: Solis Marks 20th Anniversary With New Hybrid Inverter, AI Platform Updated On Mon, Jun 9th, 2025 by Saurenergy Global solar inverter manufacturer Solis will mark its 20th anniversary with the launch of its 125kW wall-mounted hybrid inverter and an AI-powered energy management platform at the SNEC 2025 trade show in Shanghai, the company said in a media statement. Founded in 2005 in Ningbo, Solis claims to have shipped over 100 GW of solar […] Read more
IIT Madras, GRID-INDIA Aid Tanzania Grids Capacity Development Updated On Fri, Jun 6th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is collaborating with GRID-INDIA, a Central Public Sector Enterprise, to offer certification programs, conduct joint research, and deliver technical consultation projects to strengthen Tanzania’s energy infrastructure. With a presence in Africa through IITM Zanzibar, the institute aims to build global partnerships for sustainable energy. Expanding horizons. This partnership […] Read more
