Solis Seminar- Solution For PID Recovery Updated On Fri, Jun 11th, 2021 by Saurenergy Potential Induced Degradation (PID) is a phenomenon which affects some PV modules with crystalline Si cells and leads to gradual deterioration of performance. The degradation can be as much as 30% or more after a few years. Some module manufacturers are already working to develop countermeasures by using new materials, but the general trend to […] Read more
LONGi Bags Top Performer & Achiever Awards at PVEL and RETC Updated On Tue, Jun 8th, 2021 by Saurenergy China-based major in solar cells and modules, LONGi Solar has bagged awards and recognition for PV module reliability and performance from two different testing labs— PVEL and RETC. LONGi received the ‘2021 Top Performer’ rank by PV Evolution Labs (PVEL), a leading independent test lab for the downstream solar industry. The company has won this […] Read more
Solex & Jinchen Sign MoU for 1.2 GW PV module production line in Surat Updated On Tue, Jun 8th, 2021 by Saurenergy Gujarat-headquartered solar PV manufacturer Solex Energy Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for acquiring 1.2 GW of solar module production equipment from China’s Jinchen Machinery, as it plans to expand output. The first phase of 600 MW will be commissioned by October-2021 and the work for the second phase of 600 MW will start immediately as […] Read more
UK Study shows storing Perovskite Materials at Low Temp extends lifespan Updated On Tue, Jun 1st, 2021 by Saurenergy In a paper published this year, researchers at the University of Sheffield, UK, describe a novel method to add three to four more months to the average lifespan of perovskite materials, thereby throwing light on new ways to cut down wastage in the manufacture of solar cell technologies. Entitled Perovskites on Ice: An Additive-Free Approach to […] Read more
Jakson Group Launches 21% Efficient Helia Series PV Module Updated On Fri, May 28th, 2021 by Saurenergy Jakson Group, a leading solar player in India, has announced the launch of “The Helia Series”, a range of indigenously developed Ultra-Modern, high output PV modules using A+ category half-cut MonoPERC solar cells. The Helia series will be available in both monofacial and bifacial categories, with variants ranging from 120, 132, 144, and 156 half-cut […] Read more
APTEL Asks KERC to Decide Compensation owed to Fortum by DISCOMs Updated On Wed, May 26th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) recently gave a judgement in favour of Fortum Solar India Private Limited after the solar power developer petitioned it, seeking compensation from various DISCOMs. The full judgement can be read here. The tribunal not only directed the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) to determine the incremental tariff payable to Fortum, […] Read more
About 7 GW of Unsigned PSAs Pose Risk to RE targets: CRISIL Updated On Thu, May 20th, 2021 by Saurenergy In a press release today, CRISIL Research said that delays in power supply agreements (PSAs) for about 7 GW of the bid out renewable energy projects might lead to 35 per cent shortfall in the 160 GW renewable energy capacity target set for the end of calendar year 2022. This delay may, however, not impact […] Read more
DGTR’s Third Anti Dumping Investigation. Too Little, Too Late? Updated On Tue, May 18th, 2021 by Saurenergy The announcement by the ministry of commerce and industry of the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) starting an anti-dumping probe on imports of solar cells imported from China, Vietnam, and Thailand was made yesterday. The move, while following due process as one would hope, leads to several questions regarding its relevance. Perhaps the only […] Read more
Swedish Company Exeger Raises USD 38 Million in Debt Financing Updated On Wed, May 12th, 2021 by Saurenergy Sweden’s Exeger announced today that it has secured USD 20 million in debt financing from Swedbank and Swedish Export Credit Corporation (SEK). The company, which produces Powerfoyle, a unique solar cell technology that transforms all forms of light into clean, endless energy, has also secured USD 18 million through a directed share issue to Ilija Batljan […] Read more