Telangana Approves Additional Surcharge For Open Access Consumers Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Telangana State Regulatory Commission (TGERC) has approved an additional surcharge of ₹1.09 (~$0.012) per kWh for open access consumers for the second half (2H) of the financial year 2024-25. This surcharge will apply to the amount of electricity scheduled through open access, except for consumers wheeling power from captive power projects. In September 2020, […] Read more
Key Global Policy Trends Accelerating the Renewable Energy Revolution Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy The transition to renewable energy is not just a technological shift; it’s a complex interplay of policies, market dynamics, and societal acceptance. As the world grapples with climate change, energy security, and economic resilience, governments are increasingly recognizing the need to enhance their renewable energy strategies. This blog outlines key policy trends driving renewable energy […] Read more
MNRE To Fund Innovative Technologies Under PM Surya Ghar Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy To further support the development of innovative projects under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojna, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued latest guidelines laying down new norms under the ‘Innovative Projects’ component of the scheme. The objectives of the Innovative Projects for Rooftop Solar are: a. To identify and fund new […] Read more
Karnataka Amends RPO Norms To Align With Centre’s Trajectory Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in its latest order, has proposed amending its state regulation on Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs). This proposal arises at a time when the RPO trajectory released by the Ministry of Power contradicts the state’s regulations on the matter. KERC issued the KERC (Procurement of Energy from Renewable Sources) (Eighth […] Read more
SGEL Seeks Land To Build 200 MW Solar Project In Gujarat Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN subsidiary SGEL recently released a tender to set up a 200 MW project in Gujarat with an EPC package that includes land. This tender seeks to develop AC grid-connected solar power projects anywhere in Gujarat. The SGEL tender also includes comprehensive O&M for three years. SGEL has set November 5th, 2024, as the last […] Read more
PM Surya Ghar Adds Service Charges Under Rooftop Solar Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently clarified the provision of a ‘Service Charge’ added under the Operational Guidelines for the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna. The MNRE included a service charge equivalent to 1% of the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) component for residential consumers, amounting to Rs. 657 crores. The MNRE […] Read more
Off Grid Solar Market- 5 Key Takeaways From 2024 Trends Report Updated On Thu, Oct 10th, 2024 by Saurenergy GOGLA and the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) of the World Bank have released the 2024 report on Solar Market Trends for Off Grid Solar (OGS). Released every two years, this 7th edition in the series covers 2022 and 2023. The latest Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report (MTR) 2024, warns that a 6-fold increase […] Read more
West Bengal Proposes Allowing Net-Metering Only Upto 500 Kw Updated On Wed, Oct 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Unlike several state power regulators which allowed net-metering for higher capacities, the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) has proposed allowing net-meter for rooftop solar only upto 500 MW of capacities. This is in contrast to states like Rajasthan, Gujarat and others which have allowed net-metering for rooftop solar consumers upto 1 MW capacities. The […] Read more
Torrent Power Wins 2000 MW Energy Storage Contract From MSEDCL Updated On Wed, Oct 9th, 2024 by Saurenergy Torrent Power Ltd has won a letter of award from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) for long-term supply of 2,000 MW energy storage capacity from Torrent Power’s InSTS Connected Pumped Hydro Storage Plant in Maharashtra. Of the 2,000 MW energy storage contract, 1,500 MW had been confirmed earlier by Torrent Power through an […] Read more
