IIT Roorkee, GIC Re Collaborate to Develop Solar Window Technology Updated On Thu, Mar 30th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) and General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) have signed a partnership agreement to develop solar window technology that will enhance the solar power generation in India and lead to greater sustainable development. The two entities – IIT Roorkee Development Foundation (IITRDF) and GIC Re – have […] Read more
Europe’s Solar Energy Surge: A Promising Solution Or Just A Palliative? Updated On Thu, Mar 16th, 2023 by Saurenergy Europe is in the middle of its biggest ever solar build out currently, as it seeks to build more solar capacity for every reason from more energy security to clean energy. But can solar deliver for Europe? Is it the panacea to energy security in the long term? Or is it doomed to over promise […] Read more
“What is important is the intent; Capability can be built”, Shilpa Urhekar, Sterling & Wilson Renewable Energy Updated On Tue, Mar 7th, 2023 by Saurenergy Shilpa Urhekar is one of those rare professionals in the solar sector who have seen the sector evolve from its tentative origins, when a MW-sized project was a milestone, to the current shift, when GW-sized ambitions are at par for the course. The former Indian Air Force squadron leader has been involved with establishing module […] Read more
Gujarat Tableau At R Day Parade To Underline Its Leadership In Clean Energy Updated On Wed, Jan 25th, 2023 by Saurenergy ‘Clean-Green Energy Efficient Gujarat’ will be Gujarat’s theme for the Republic Day parade tableau to be held in New Delhi on January 26, an official release said earlier this week. The announcement in many ways underlines the vital role the state is going to play in India’s clean energy plans. Blessed with a long coastline […] Read more
Modi Cabinet Approves Rs 19744 cr For Green Hydrogen Initiatives Updated On Wed, Jan 4th, 2023 by Saurenergy The government’s Green Hydrogen Mission for India got a shot in the arm with the formal approval of Rs 17,490 crore for the same by the Union cabinet today. The allocation is expected to be used for a special PLI (Performance Linked Incentive) scheme for manufacturing a base for electrolysers and other related equipment for […] Read more
Pranav Mehta, Solar Believer, Passes Away Updated On Fri, Dec 16th, 2022 by Saurenergy Shri Pranav R Mehta, Founder Chairman of National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI) passed away on Thursday afternoon at Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The news was shared by NSEFI today. Pranav R Mehta was one of the leading Global Solar Energy thought Leaders, known for his social and environmental concerns. He served as Chairman of Global […] Read more
Solar Manufacturing Seeks A China Fix As Regions Push For Energy Security Updated On Mon, Dec 12th, 2022 by Saurenergy Solar manufacturing, until now synonymous with giant factories in China is now finding its roots in several new hotspots worldwide. Initiatives to boost solar manufacturing are being taken worldwide as the world has accelerated the efforts to shift to renewables in a bid to move toward a sustainable future. Notably, over the last decade, the […] Read more
As Solar Spreads Out, Marketing Makes an Entrance Updated On Tue, Nov 29th, 2022 by Saurenergy Just over 30 months ago, SaurEnergy did a feature on rooftop solar, “Residential Solar. Market Yes, But Marketing?” That story, in our April 2020 issue talked about the potential in the rooftop solar category, albeit, residential. But there was almost complete lack of formal marketing tactics from firms to attract customers. The few firms with […] Read more
Solar Is Changing Fast, Here Are 5 Ways It Already Has Updated On Mon, Nov 28th, 2022 by Saurenergy When the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission was launched back in January 2010, India had a total installed solar capacity of around 160 MW. The mission itself had a target of 20 GW by 2022. However, changes on the ground in terms of technology, availability and fresh climate realities meant a wholesale upgrade on those […] Read more
