TU Graz researchers developing solar cell + battery hybrid Updated On Fri, Apr 1st, 2016 by Saurenergy The SolaBat project backed by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), is entering into almost new research territory. A research team, led by Illie Hanzu from TU Graz’s Institute of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, is making battery and solar cell hybrid out of two single systems which will not only be able to convert […] Read more
JSW, UPPCL Sign 1,500 MW Pumped Hydro Storage PPA Updated On Thu, May 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy JSW Neo Energy Limited, a JSW Energy subsidiary, signed a Pumped Hydro Storage Power Procurement Agreement (PHSPPA) with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation (UPPCL) for the procurement of 1,500 MW / 12,000 MWh of pumped hydro energy storage. The PHS PPA would be used to supply energy storage capacity for 40 years. As per the order, […] Read more
As Wind Energy Finally Crosses 50 GW Milestone, No Time To Rest Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy The March update from India’s Central Electricity Authority finally confirmed what was expected. The breaching of the 50 GW milestone by India’s wind energy developers. With Fy25 seeing fresh additions of 4.15 GW, the industry saw one of its best years, even though the all time best seen in 2016-17 still seems a tough target […] Read more
5 Ways Battery Storage Is Transforming Solar Energy Deployments Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Solar power’s biggest ally, the battery energy storage systems (BESS), has arrived in force in 2024. The pairing of batteries with solar photovoltaic (PV) farms is rapidly reshaping how and when solar energy is used, turning daylight-only generation into flexible, round-the-clock power. BESS has meant the momentum does not flag for solar deployments, even in […] Read more
India’s Wind Energy Capacity Touches 48.5 GW Updated On Mon, Mar 24th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s cumulative wind energy capacity has reached 48.5 GW, according to the latest data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The CEA’s most recent monthly report highlighted the addition of new wind energy capacities, indicating steady growth in the sector. As per the report, the country added 223 MW of new wind energy capacity in […] Read more
Low Tariffs, Land Issues Limit Wind Auctions to 5.2 GW in FY23-25: CRISIL Updated On Fri, Feb 28th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s annual wind power capacity addition will more than double to 7.1 GW on average in the next two fiscal years, compared with 3.4 GW in fiscal 2023-25. This can take the installed wind capacity up to ~63 GW by fiscal 2027, according to CRISIL research. However, capacity additions over fiscal years 2023-25 continued to […] Read more
Adani Green Wins 1.25 GW Pumped Hydro Storage Project From UPPCL Updated On Thu, Feb 27th, 2025 by Saurenergy Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), has received a Letter of Award (LOA) from Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) for 1,250 MW of energy storage capacity from Pumped Hydro Storage Projects (PSP). The Panaura PSP project has a minimum commitment of 40 years. It will be located in Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, and is expected […] Read more
Govt Amends Bidding Rules, Tightens Default Penalties Updated On Tue, Feb 18th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) recently announced a series of amendments to the prescribed guidelines for a tariff-based competitive bidding process. These amendments are meant for the procurement of power from grid-connected solar, wind, and hybrid power projects. The government’s latest notification builds on previous guidelines, including those issued in July 2023 for energy storage projects, in […] Read more
KPI Green Secures 15.90 MW Solar Plant Under CPP Segment Updated On Mon, Feb 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Gujarat-based KPI Green’s subsidiary, Sun Drops Energia Private Limited, has secured a letter of award (LoA) for 15.90 MWDC solar power projects under the ‘Captive Power Producer (CPP)’ segment. The KPI Green mentioned in a regulatory filing, “The company secured the award from seven entities, namely, Mexo Fiber Pvt. Ltd., Rayons, Maharaja Industries, Gautam […] Read more
