Lightsource bp Expands APAC Footprint with First Solar Project in Japan Updated On Fri, Feb 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy Lightsource bp has expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with its entry into Japan, acquiring a 15 MWp solar project in Hokkaido. This move marks the company’s continued global growth, bringing its operations to 20 markets, including Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, and South Korea. Adam Pegg, , emphasized the company’s long-term commitment to […] Read more
Will 7.5 GW Green Energy Auction Be a Game-Changer for Philippines? Updated On Fri, Feb 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Philippines’ Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Tuesday the successful completion of the 3rd Green Energy Auction (GEA-3), offering 7,500 megawatts (MW)—well above the 4,650 MW installation target. The auction aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s energy agenda, aimed at accelerating the shift to renewable energy (RE) and strengthening the country’s energy security and […] 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
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
ONGPL Acquires Ayana in Landmark INR 19,500 Renewable Energy Deal Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s largest oil and gas producer Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) and nation’s biggest power company NTPC acquired renewable energy firm Ayana through their joint venture ONGC-NTPC Green Pvt Ltd (ONGPL), for an enterprise value of INR 19,500 crore (USD 2.3 billion). ONGPL has signed a share purchase agreement with the current stakeholders National […] 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
Tata Power Eyes 25.6 GW Clean Energy Milestone With Mega Projects Updated On Fri, Feb 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy Indian power solutions company Tata Power is optimistic about increasing its clean energy portfolio to 25,620 MW soon. This growth comes from a wide range of green projects currently under construction. The company, which was primarily a thermal power-based firm in 2015, has since transitioned towards cleaner solutions. Tata Power currently has a total operational […] Read more
India’s Solar Energy Generation Increased 18% In CY24 Updated On Wed, Feb 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy India’s renewable energy sector witnessed a strong year-on-year growth in calendar year 2024 (CY24), with total renewable energy generation (including large hydro) reaching 3,87,553.52 million units (MU)—a 14.8% increase compared to 3,37,745.63 MU in CY23, as per the latest data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). Solar Energy Sees Impressive Growth A major contributor to […] Read more
5 Reasons Why BESS Will Be a Focal Point of Energy Business in 2025 Updated On Wed, Feb 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are a very crucial component of the renewable future that the world envisions. Recent years saw a tremendous increase in renewable energy and with it energy storage solutions, like BESS, emerged as a missing piece of the puzzle in competition against fossil-based power to dominate the energy sector. As a […] Read more
