Low-ceiling tariff by SECI gets auction postponed again for 1200 MW Hybrid Tender Updated On Mon, Oct 29th, 2018 by Saurenergy The main reason was poor response from developers, who claimed to have stayed away mainly because SECI had set a tariff ceiling for the auction at Rs 2.60 per unit, which developers felt was too low. The auction, which was to be held on October 26, is now set for November 14. SECI has postponed its […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Kapil Maheshwari, CEO, Hinduja Renewables Energy Pvt Ltd Updated On Sat, Oct 20th, 2018 by Saurenergy Q. To begin with, how do you see your journey with Renewables Industry? I started my journey in Renewables Energy from the days of completing my masters from IIT, Bombay. Since then I am part of this industry in geographies like US, Germany and India. Started my journey as Design Engineer in RE Industry and […] Read more
India May Achieve 76% of Renewable Energy Target by 2022, says Report Updated On Tue, Oct 16th, 2018 by Saurenergy Nonetheless, the government’s commitment and support towards renewables remain strong. One of the world’s leading research and consultancy group Wood Mackenzie in its report said that India may achieve about 76 per cent of the target of having 175 GW of renewable power generation capacity by the scheduled date of 2022 as it faces myriad challenges. […] Read more
CLP India, Suzlon Join Hands for 2 Solar Projects in Maharashtra Updated On Tue, Sep 11th, 2018 by Saurenergy As per the deal, CLP India has agreed to acquire 49 percent stake in Gale Solarfarms and Tornado Solarfarms, two special purpose vehicles (SPV) set-up by Suzlon. Foreign investor CLP India and renewable energy solutions provider Suzlon has inked a joint venture pact for two solar projects of 50 MW and 20 MW in Dhule, […] Read more
Siemens Gamesa Commissions NTPC’s 3.375 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project Updated On Thu, Aug 23rd, 2018 by Saurenergy This is the first pilot renewable energy hybrid project in India that was developed from the engineering design stage, according to Siemens Gamesa. Spanish Renewable energy manufacturer and provider, Siemens Gamesa has commissioned a 3.375 MW wind-solar hybrid power project for the state-run National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC). This is the first pilot renewable energy […] Read more
Army to Tap Renewables to Supply Power to Jawans Deployed at High Altitudes Updated On Wed, Jul 11th, 2018 by Saurenergy The idea is to shift from a conventional source of energy, which is expensive and unreliable due to its transportation and maintenance, to renewable energy. To enhance the living conditions of its personnel, the Indian army is looking for a durable supply of power in high altitudes where they are deployed. The idea is to […] Read more
Solar-Wind Hybrid Power Policy Announced for Gujarat Updated On Fri, Jun 22nd, 2018 by Saurenergy The policy describes that any developer can set up a solar unit on the land meant for a wing power unit and vice versa. It allows the establishment of wind-solar units that are hybrid in nature. In order to enhance the generation of renewable energy in the state, a new wind-solar hybrid power policy was […] Read more
A Path breaking Journey in Renewable Energy through last 4 years Updated On Tue, Jun 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy Last 4 years have been path-breaking in India’s renewable energy landscape. Renewable power installed capacity has already reached over 70 GW. Over 40 GW renewable power capacity is under construction/tendered. Globally, India stands 4th in wind power 5th in renewable power and 6th in solar power installed capacity. Solar energy capacity increased by over 8 […] Read more
Suzlon Energy Posts Q4 Net Loss at Rs 470 Cr; 340 MW Solar Projects Commissioned Updated On Thu, May 31st, 2018 by Saurenergy There is traction across all new and emerging segments in the sector as evidenced in several positive policy actions for offshore, wind‐solar hybrid, repowering, captive, and feed‐in‐tariff for small projects upto 25 MW, says Tulsi Tanti. Solar & other renewable energy solutions provider Suzlon Energy reported its consolidated net loss at Rs 469.85 crore in […] Read more