TPREL Hits 10.9 GW Capacity With NTPC’s 200 MW FDRE Deal Updated On Mon, Apr 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with NTPC Limited (NTPC), to develop a 200 MW Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) project. Tata Power Company subsidiary’s FDRE project is spread across multiple locations in India and is set to be completed within 24 months. This project is expected to […] Read more
Top 5: Largest BESS Projects in the World in 2025 Updated On Sat, Apr 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy As large battery projects become more and more common across the world, a new initiative, BESS100 has emerged to track the largest among them all. The BESS100, an open source visual database of the 100 largest operational batteries in the world based on rated power i.e. MW, and not on installed or usable energy – […] Read more
What Led to the Surge in REC Purchases by DISCOMs? Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik, in his latest statement before the Parliament, indicated that the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) have seen an upsurge. He attributed this surge to the changes in policy, which have made it more favorable for the power distribution companies (discoms) in the state. He […] Read more
Why Co-Locating of Storage And RE Matters Updated On Fri, Apr 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy India has ambitious goals to install 450 GW of renewable energy (RE) capacity by 2030. Even though India has an impressive track record of quickly deploying renewable RE generation assets, the share of RE (excluding large hydro) in total generation continues to be low (13.75 percent) hindering grid decarbonization. The generation-installation gap can be addressed […] Read more
PM-KUSUM: Gujarat Discom Gets The Lowest Tariff of Rs 2.15/kWh Updated On Tue, Apr 8th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has now approved the tariffs for Component-C of the PM-KUSUM scheme. Earlier, Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Limited (MGVCL) had approached the state electricity regulator seeking to adopt the tariffs. These tariffs were discovered through a tariff-based competitive bidding process. Earlier, a tender was floated by MGVCL seeking parties who […] Read more
Tata Power Gets MERC Nod For 100 MW BESS In Mumbai Updated On Tue, Apr 8th, 2025 by Saurenergy Tata Power has received approval from the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) to install a 100 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) in Mumbai over the next two years. The BESS, equipped with ‘black start’ functionality, will enable the recovery of power supply to critical infrastructure, including the metro, hospitals, airports, and Data Centers, in […] Read more
Associate Manager -MRSS Electrical Updated On Mon, Apr 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy Responsibilities:- Design and Implementation: Lead the design, installation, and commissioning of MRSS electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Project Management: Manage multiple electrical projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation. Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of MRSS electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, and protection systems. Safety Compliance: Ensure all electrical systems […] Read more
Don’t Levy Wheeling Charges In Select Open Access Cases: MERC Updated On Mon, Apr 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC), in its latest judgment, stated that the state discom is not entitled to levy wheeling charges on certain open-access connections. The ruling came after three solar power generators and consumers approached the Commission with complaints. The petitioners included ReNew Sun Renewables, Renew Surtya Alok, and Renew Sunlight Energy. They […] Read more
No Viability Gap Funding Released For BESS In FY25: Govt Updated On Fri, Apr 4th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) said that it has not issued any viability gap funding (VGF) for battery energy storage system in FY25. The Union Cabinet approved the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) on September 6, 2023, to support sector development. Under the scheme guidelines, 10% of […] Read more
