IFC Backs $5mn Investment In Husk Power For Solar Mini-Grid Updated On Thu, May 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has announced a $5 million investment in Husk Power Energy Systems Nigeria Limited to support the rollout of solar hybrid mini-grids in underserved communities across northern Nigeria. The financing, backed by the Government of Canada, is aimed at expanding access to reliable and […] Read more
GERC Nod For Supply Of Solar Power At Rs 2.55/kw Updated On Thu, May 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has approved solar power tariffs discovered by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) for the procurement of 1,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity through a competitive bidding process. GUVNL had issued a tender in August 2024 to procure 500 MW of grid-connected solar power, with an option to purchase an […] Read more
APTEL Clears NTPC of Metering Liability in Solar Project Case Updated On Thu, May 15th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) in its latest judgement has ruled in favour of NTPC Ltd., overturning a CERC order that had held the state-run energy major responsible for meter sealing in solar power projects, a finding that contributed to delays in project commissioning. In the judgment, APTEL allowed NTPC’s appeal against the Central […] Read more
India Hits Historic 10 GW Solar Milestone In 4 Months Of 2025 Updated On Wed, May 14th, 2025 by Saurenergy India has achieved a new milestone in its renewable energy journey by adding more than 10 GW of solar capacity in the first four months of 2025, marking the highest-ever solar capacity addition during this period in the last five years. The latest data released by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and […] Read more
NIRL, RVUNL Sign PPA For 810 MW Solar Park In Pugal, Rajasthan Updated On Wed, May 7th, 2025 by Saurenergy NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a subsidiary and renewable energy arm of NLC India Limited (NLCIL), has signed the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for its upcoming 810 MW Solar Power Project. This agreement was signed with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL) at a ceremony held in Jaipur. The project will be established within […] Read more
Solar Water Heating Warms Up For A Second Innings In India Updated On Tue, May 6th, 2025 by Saurenergy From being the only visible solar application till a decade back, solar water heating (SWH) seemed to take a back seat as mainstream PV caught policy makers attention. Recently, India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) came out with a quality control order for solar water heaters. So what’s the big deal? A lot, […] Read more
RERC Denies GST Relief To Solar Firm, Cites Lack of Proof Updated On Tue, May 6th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) has dismissed a petition by Clean Solar Power (Bhainsada) Pvt. Ltd., seeking additional compensation for higher GST rates and carrying costs related to its 250 MW solar project in Rajasthan. The order, dated April 28, 2025, follows a previous 2023 ruling that recognized a GST hike on solar components […] Read more
NTPC REL Operationalize 150 MW Gujarat Solar Project Updated On Sat, May 3rd, 2025 by Saurenergy NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL) a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited has successfully declared the commercial operation of the final 60 MW capacity of its 150 MW Gujarat Solar PV Project, marking the full commissioning of the project in Limbdi, Gujarat. This solar venture was awarded under the GUVNL 500 MW […] Read more
K’taka Solar Case: APTEL Grants Relief To Hero Future Energies Updated On Fri, May 2nd, 2025 by Saurenergy In a significant development for renewable energy developers, the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) has partially set aside an order of the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) and granted key reliefs to Hero Future Energies Private Limited in a dispute involving project delays, liquidated damages, and tariff entitlements. The case originated from an appeal filed […] Read more
