Shakti Pumps Cites DCR Cells Shortage, Prices For ‘Moderate’ Growth Updated On Thu, Jan 30th, 2025 by Saurenergy Issues linked to Domestic Content Requirements (DCR) mandates in solar projects appear to be reaching a head for solar developers in India. The mandate, which enforces use of only DCR cells and modules for almost all solar projects in India with exemptions only for select categories, has been causing a lot of heartburn in the […] Read more
As India Goes Past 100 GW Solar Milestone, No Time To Rest Updated On Wed, Jan 29th, 2025 by Saurenergy If ever there was a better use of the term turning point, inflection point, or simply the year when everything fell into place, 2024 would probably come the closest for the Indian solar market. These 365 days proved to be a harbinger of several good news for the different stakeholders in the industry, including solar […] Read more
Global Solar Installations In 2025 To Stagnate At 493 GWdc: Report Updated On Mon, Jan 27th, 2025 by Saurenergy The global solar market continued its growth trend in 2024 to reach 495 GWdc installed capacity, with a 14% increase compared to 2023. A latest Wood Mackenzie report estimates a rise in power demand across regions due to the proliferation of data centers and growing electrification trends. However, the research report also cautions against several […] Read more
Rising Solar Stars: Top 5 Sub 10 GW Solar Markets For 2025 Updated On Mon, Jan 13th, 2025 by Saurenergy Solar energy has become a cornerstone of the global transition to sustainable power, driving economic growth and innovation while offering significant environmental benefits. Historically, countries like China, India, the US, Germany, and Brazil have led the charge in solar development. However, in recent years, a wave of new entrants has reshaped the industry, with several […] Read more
Odisha Issues Tender For Off-Grid Solar Pumps Updated On Fri, Jan 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA) has issued a tender for off-grid solar pumps. The state nodal agency issued the tender under the PM-KUSUM scheme. The agency asked the eligible bidders to submit their bids by February 10, 2025. With this tender, OREDA plans to replace the existing diesel-run agricultural pumps with solar pumps. […] Read more
Solar Energy Trends in 2025-The View From Europe Updated On Tue, Dec 24th, 2024 by Saurenergy A tsunami of cheap Chinese solar panels flooding Europe, an increasing taste for rooftop solar and a boom for small, medium and large-scale battery storage. These are the three strongest trends in solar energy as we move into the new year. I have predicted global solar and renewable trends for the past ten years. Most […] Read more
Hoymiles Microinverters Make A Mark In India Solar Market Updated On Mon, Dec 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy In the bustling solar market of India where the demand for efficient solar solutions has never been greater, Hoymiles microinverter is setting a new standard for solar performance. Customers can hope to get all the benefits of having a microinverter manage their solar systems, of reliability, safety and higher efficiency, all at a much lower […] Read more
Waaree Energies Secures 398 MWp Of Solar Module Orders Updated On Mon, Dec 16th, 2024 by Saurenergy Indian solar module manufacturer Waaree Energies today announced receiving orders for two significant clean energy projects. The company will now supply 398 MWp of solar modules for these two projects. While one order is for 249 MW of modules, another one is a 149 MW of orders. Without disclosing the identity of the client, the […] Read more
Shakti Pumps Receives Empanelment Letter From MSEDCL For 25,000 Pumps Updated On Thu, Dec 12th, 2024 by Saurenergy Indian solar pump manufacturer Shakti Pumps (India) Limited (SPIL) today announced receiving a Letter of Empanelment from the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) for 25,000 Standalone Off-Grid solar pumps. This was meant for Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS) pumps collectively worth Rs. 754.30 Crores (inclusive of GST) for the entire state of […] Read more