New Recycling Method Makes Perovskite PV Cells Sustainable Updated On Fri, Feb 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy Perovskite photovoltaics have emerged as a new solar energy technology, offering high efficiency and low-cost manufacturing compared to traditional silicon-based counterparts. However, sustainability concerns – such as toxicity, limited recycling options, and resource depletion – pose significant challenges to their widespread adoption. A new study published in Nature by researchers from Cornell University and Linköping […] Read more
Australia Sees Record-Breaking Clean Energy Investment Since 2018 Updated On Thu, Feb 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy Clean Energy Council released its Q4 2024 Quarterly Clean Energy Investment Report, Large-Scale Renewable Generation and Storage, indicating that 2024 was best year for large-scale renewable energy investment in Australia since 2018. The island nation attracted about USD 9 billion in total capital investment in 2024. In total, 4346 MW of new generation capacity, worth […] Read more
India Adds 18.5 GW Of New Solar Capacity In 10 Months Of FY25 Updated On Thu, Feb 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s solar energy capacity continues to rise strongly, with a strong 2.5 GW addition in January as well. The latest data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) revealed that India added 18.5 GW of new solar capacities in the current fiscal, since April 2024. This is a 147% growth in new solar power additions yearly […] Read more
China’s Renewable Sector Enters New Era with Market-Driven Pricing Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the National Energy Administration (NEA) recently issued a joint notice outlining measures to deepen the pricing reform for electricity generated from renewable sources. The reform focuses on three key areas: allowing market forces to determine renewable power prices, creating a pricing and settlement mechanism that supports long-term […] Read more
MoP Sets New Bidding Guidelines for Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) has introduced a new set of rules to promote the development of Pumped Storage Plants (PSPs). The government’s latest norms aim to provide a standardized procurement framework based on open competitive bidding. They also establish clear risk-sharing mechanisms among various stakeholders. The government’s latest notification applies to developers and procurers […] Read more
Clean Energy Financing: Are We Investing Enough? Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy Finance plays a vital role in the global push for renewable energy. Over the past decade, clean energy investments have grown significantly, driving gigawatt-scale renewable capacity additions and supporting related sectors, particularly in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. However, much more needs to be done for countries to meet their renewable energy […] Read more
MNRE Sets Norms For Solar Cold Storage With Thermal Energy Backup Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has established design, performance, and testing standards for Solar Cold Storage systems equipped with Thermal Energy Storage (TES) backup. These systems primarily operate on solar photovoltaic (PV) energy, providing a sustainable solution for preserving agricultural, fishery, dairy, and pharmaceutical products. The new regulations set performance requirements by […] Read more
GREW Solar Set To Establish 3 GW Solar Cell, Module Unit In MP Updated On Tue, Feb 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy GREW Solar, a Chiripal Group venture, is poised to establish a three-stage backward integrated manufacturing unit in Bhopal for solar module production. The company is committed to investing Rs. 3000 crores for the project. Located at Narmadapuram (near Bhopal-MP), the facility spans over a total area of 60 acres. The project is projected to have […] Read more
Canadian Solar To Deliver 960 MWh ESS In Australia Updated On Tue, Feb 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Canadian Solar has announced that e-STORAGE, a part of its subsidiary CSI Solar Co., Ltd. (CSI Solar), has signed a contract with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). This agreement, made through CIP’s fifth fund, Copenhagen Infrastructure V, is for the delivery of a 240 MW/960 MWh battery energy storage system in Summerfield, South Australia. e-STORAGE, a […] Read more
