MahaMetro to Save Rs 12 Cr on Power Bills by Going Solar Updated On Tue, Jun 5th, 2018 by Saurenergy The cost of solar power per unit is Rs 3.58 whereas the MSEDCL supplies it for Rs 9.67 per unit. On top of the three metro stations, the MahaMetro has started installing solar panels that will supply power to stations. In order to save charges on its power bills, MahaMetro will supply solar power to […] Read more
Price Cut in Per Unit Solar Power a Discouraging Factor Updated On Mon, Jun 4th, 2018 by Saurenergy “Coal and hydroelectricity have come cheaper, and it has become more viable for Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (Cesc) to buy power from neighboring states than getting it from households,” Sales manager of Evervolt Solar Private Ltd Karunakaran A said. After a steep decline in the prices offered for per unit of solar power generated by households and […] Read more
8minutenergy, NV Energy to Build Largest Solar Project in Nevada Updated On Fri, Jun 1st, 2018 by Saurenergy Although there are many large projects of NV Energy, the Eagle Shadow Mountain will be the largest solar PV project ever built for the company. This is a part of its latest renewable projects which in total are over 1 GW. In the Clark County of Nevada, NV Energy has chosen 8minuteenergy to develop 300-MW […] Read more
New Material for Solar Cells Discovered With AI Software Assistance Updated On Fri, Jun 1st, 2018 by Saurenergy The ability to convert light into electricity depends on both the organic and polymer layer. Although there were efforts by scientists to use different material for it however all the efforts lead to only waste of time and energy. Solar cells will play a crucial role in shifting to a renewable economy. Based on light-absorbing […] Read more
Bescom Eyes Solar Power to Meet Bengaluru’s Surging Demand Updated On Wed, May 30th, 2018 by Saurenergy The city consumes more than 50 percent of the power generated in Karnataka and the demand is growing by the day. To meet the demand, which is surging sharply, the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) has turned to tap solar energy in a big way. After the world’s largest solar plant in Pavagada was commissioned […] Read more
Government Apathy a Bottleneck for Solar Energy Push Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The delays haven’t gone down well with the prosumers (consumer and producer of solar power), who after investing their money on installing solar panels and getting all the paperwork done, are upset at seeing their installations lie idle. The cabinet had approved the state solar policy last year. The onus is on the government to […] Read more
Consumers, Integrators Seek Single-window for Solar Power Projects in Goa Updated On Sat, May 26th, 2018 by Saurenergy The integrators were attending the Goa Conference’s second edition on Solar Energy in Panaji, the capital of Goa. They vigorously questioned the role of the electricity department and the GEDA. To deal with all grid-connected solar power projects, Integrators and consumers of solar power systems have appealed for a single window system for smooth installations. […] Read more
Viz-A-Viz with Sujoy Ghosh, Country Head, First Solar, India Updated On Fri, May 25th, 2018 by Saurenergy Q. Higher Energy Yield. Lower LCOE. Superior Return – This is your mantra for Series 6 Modules. Can you please justify the above statement in detail? The First Solar Series 6 module leverages the same proven semi-conductor (CdTe) and the manufacturing process, with a larger form factor. The module size is 1.2X 2 Mtrs with […] Read more
Risen Energy Kicks off 121 MW Yarranlea Solar Proj Construction in Australia Updated On Thu, May 24th, 2018 by Saurenergy The construction is scheduled to be completed at the earliest by the end of March of next year. Chinese PV module producer Risen Energy has officially started the construction of the 121 MW Yarranlea solar farm project this month. In February, the company has acquired 100% stake in the project which is located 50 km […] Read more