IFC, Vertex, Avaana Back Kazam With $6.2 Mn To Expand EV Infra Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Karnataka-based electric vehicle (EV) energy-tech company raised USD 6.2 million in Series B funding from multiple investors. The company raised funding from International Finance Corporation (IFC) and existing investors, Vertex Ventures SEA & India, and Avaana Capital Advisors. The latest investment is expected to support Kazam’s expansion across the market, and its energy transition tools […] Read more
Himachal CM Fast-Tracks Solar, Eyes 13 GW PSPs Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, at a high-level meeting of the Power Department, has directed the Energy Department to issue a cancellation notice to non-serious hydro power developers, whose projects have remained stalled for many years. Noting that the undue delays in the project execution are causing significant losses to the state […] Read more
Rajasthan: NTPC’s 245 MW Nokh Solar Plant Now Fully Operational Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy State-run power utility NTPC has commissioned the final 52 MW unit of the 245 MW solar capacity at Plot-3 of its Nokh Solar PV Project (3×245 MW) in Rajasthan, according to a recent regulatory filing. The company added, “The first part of the capacity of 193 MW has already been declared for commercial operation on […] Read more
MNRE Launches ₹2.3 Cr Challenge for RT Solar Innovation Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched a first-of-its-kind national innovation competition, Innovative Projects Start-Up Challenge, with a prize pool of INR 2.3 crore to drive innovation in rooftop solar and distributed renewable energy systems across India. The announcement was made during the National Conference on Skill Development for the Renewable Energy […] Read more
Assam Targets 1.9 GW Rooftop Solar by 2030, Up From 60 MW Now Updated On Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Assam, one of India’s most climate-vulnerable states, is showing intent to scale rooftop solar (RTS) energy, but still faces hurdles in tapping its full potential. According to officials, the state currently generates only 60 MW of RTS power, against a technical potential estimated between 7,321 MW and 13,428 MW. Speaking at an official briefing on […] Read more
NLC India Secures 500 MWh Energy Storage Project in Tamil Nadu Updated On Sun, Jun 22nd, 2025 by Saurenergy NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited (NLCIL), has been awarded a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project by Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGECL). The development marks the first large-scale energy storage initiative for NLCIL. The awarded contract includes the development of three standalone BESS […] Read more
India’s State Dynamics and Solar- Watch Out For Maharashtra, Gujarat Updated On Fri, Jun 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy When the talks are about solar energy, India is a leader, one of the global majors, in new energy capacity addition. Thanks to aggressive solar policies of the country that is also a major coal-dependent market, it propelled itself toward clean and renewable power. However, just like any other country, the solar adoption was different […] Read more
India Attracted $2.4 Bn For Clean Power Projects In 2024: IEA Updated On Fri, Jun 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy India recently saw a rise in electricity demand, driven by several factors, including increases in commercial and residential space, a surge in ownership of air conditioners and appliances, and rising demand from industry, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) “World Investment Report” report. While growth in power generation has come from all sources, there […] Read more
HPX Gets CERC Nod To Appoint Harish Saran As Its MD Updated On Fri, Jun 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has granted a final extension to Hindustan Power Exchange (HPX) to appoint a Managing Director (MD). This came to the fore after the Indian Power Exchange firm filed a petition seeking approval for its proposal to appoint industry veteran Harish Saran to the role. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) […] Read more
