SJVN Green’s 1 GW Bikaner Project Starts With First 241 MW Start Updated On Wed, Apr 2nd, 2025 by Saurenergy SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL) has completed the trial run of a 241.77 MW capacity solar project in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The company stated in a regulatory filing that this constitutes Phase I of the 1,000 MW Bikaner Solar Power Project, completed on March 31, 2025. The capacity is currently operational and is set to achieve […] Read more
CERC Eases Rules to Permit REC Issuance Despite Delays Updated On Wed, Apr 2nd, 2025 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), in its latest judgment, relaxed existing norms to allow the issuance of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) for the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL). The board had earlier approached the central power regulator seeking intervention. The state board alleged it was deprived of RECs due to procedural delays. […] Read more
Coffee Farmers In Ethiopia Now Use Solar Dryers To Boost Output Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Covestro has developed specialized solar dryers made of polycarbonate to assist coffee farmers in Ethiopia during the harvest season. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, aims to support disadvantaged regions globally with simple, effective technologies. Six solar dryers have been installed in Ethiopia, with the project gaining […] Read more
India Adds 1,167 Training Centers & 926 ITIs/NSTIs For RE Skilling Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy The latest data shared by the Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Yesso Naik revealed that 1,167 training centers/institutes and approximately 926 ITIs/NSTIs are currently operational, along with centers affiliated with the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), to facilitate renewable energy skilling and training. Out of these, 903 ITIs/NSTIs […] Read more
Can Honda Do An Activa With Its Activa e:? Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Honda Activa is not just a scooter. It stands as a symbol of no-nonsense mobility, deeply embedded in our memories and popular culture, and has even been immortalised in a hit song embraced by Gen Alpha. Launched in 2001, the petrol Activa revolutionised personal mobility in India, becoming a staple for millions, especially women, with […] Read more
Why Is Public EV Charging So Expensive? Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Owning an electric vehicle in India is as much a going green decision as saving money while using it. Since EVs have higher upfront costs when compared with a similar vehicle that has an internal combustion engine, the justification for saving money after using it is only if you will use it for as much […] Read more
Smart Meters To Boost Discom Revenue By ₹4L Crore Over 7 Years: CareEdge Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy Smart meter deployment which currently stands at 5-6%, needs acceleration in India as it lags behind developed nations like Japan (100%) and the USA (73%), as well as the global average of ~43%, finds a recent CareEdge Report. The study highlighted an urgent need to bridge this gap and enhance energy efficiency. The report highlighted […] Read more
Suzlon’s Order Book Changes- A Sign Of Things To Come? Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy In the wake of some wind project developers pulling back on orders, Indian wind turbine manufacturer Suzlon has faced challenges. The leading Indian wind energy manufacturer surprised market watchers last Friday by announcing the cancellation and reduction of three significant orders. Order Cancellations and Reductions In its latest regulatory filing before the stock exchange, Suzlon […] Read more
We focus on efficiency rather than number of people: Emmvee Photovoltaic Updated On Tue, Apr 1st, 2025 by Saurenergy It was in June last year, when results from PV Evolution Labs (PVEL), an autonomous testing facility catering to the downstream solar industry and affiliated with the Kiwa Group, released its newest PV Module Reliability Scorecard. The 10th edition of the widely awaited annual scorecard of solar module quality featured 53 manufacturers as Top Performers in […] Read more