Viability of Rs 2.36/Unit to Depend on Module Prices & Duty: ICRA Updated On Thu, Jul 9th, 2020 by Saurenergy The viability of the Rs 2.36/Unit tariffs are critically dependent on PV module prices and the proposed pass through on import duty, according to ICRA. The recently concluded tranche IX auction for inter-state transmission systems (ISTS) solar projects by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) yielded the lowest ever tariffs at Rs 2.36/unit, considerably […] Read more
bp Commits USD 70 Million in India’s Green Growth Equity Fund Updated On Wed, Jul 8th, 2020 by Saurenergy bp will invest USD 70 million into the Green Growth Equity Fund (GGEF) in India. The fund is focused on identifying & investing in green energy solutions. Multinational oil and gas company – bp, has announced that it intends to invest USD 70 million into the Green Growth Equity Fund (GGEF) in India. The fund, […] Read more
The Perils Of A High Customs Duty Regime Updated On Tue, Jul 7th, 2020 by Saurenergy Every crisis brings an opportunity with it. This is because obstacles considered insurmountable earlier, can become a lot more manageable in the rush of a crisis. India’s government has clearly decided to use the Covid-19, followed by the now bloody border dispute with China, as the opportunity to set things right for manufacturing in India. […] Read more
New Battery Electrolyte That can Boost Performance of EVs Updated On Mon, Jul 6th, 2020 by Saurenergy A team of scientists has invented a new lithium-based electrolyte, that they show can pave the way for the next generation of battery-powered EVs A team of scientists at Stanford University has invented a new lithium-based electrolyte, that they show can pave the way for the next generation of battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs). In a study published […] Read more
India to add Only 60 GW RE Capacity by 2025: BTI Survey Updated On Fri, Jul 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy India is expected to add only 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in the next 5 years, according to a Renewable Energy CEO survey report 2020 by BTI. India is expected to add only 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in the next 5 years, according to a Renewable Energy CEO survey report 2020 by […] Read more
FICCI Makes the Case for Extending FAME-II by 2 Years Updated On Fri, Jul 3rd, 2020 by Saurenergy FICCI has recommended various measures, including the continuation of the FAME-II scheme till 2025, to enhance the demand for electric vehicles in the country. The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) has recommended various measures, including the continuation of the FAME-II scheme till 2025, to enhance demand for electric vehicles in the country. The […] Read more
UAE’s Post-COVID-19 Recovery Plan Will Focus on Sustainable Economic Growth Updated On Thu, Jul 2nd, 2020 by Saurenergy The UAE’s post-COVID-19 recovery plan will focus on sustainable economic growth, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, said today at a virtual event for Masdar employees. Masdar is playing a leading role both in food security and in renewable energy development, where it is supporting “building a greener, healthier […] Read more
MNRE Declares March 25-May 31 as Lockdown Period for RE Projects Updated On Thu, Jul 2nd, 2020 by Saurenergy MNRE has clarified that the lockdown period for time extension for renewable energy projects will be considered from March 25, 2020, to May 31, 2020. [Updated July 2, 2020 – 09:15] The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a new order clarifying that the lockdown period for time extension for renewable energy […] Read more
Understanding The Record Rs 2.36 Bid at SECI’s 2 GW auction. Just Covid 19? Updated On Wed, Jul 1st, 2020 by Saurenergy Shortly after we received news of the record low prices or SECI’s 2 GW ISTS tender, we checked with our sources at SECI on the reasons for the low bid. The short answer? ” We are equally surprised”. Solarpack corporacion of Spain was the surprise winner, with its bid at Rs 2.36 for 300 MW. […] Read more
