The Rise of Solar Co-ops: Collective Action for Installation Initiatives Updated On Fri, Oct 11th, 2024 by Saurenergy By-Shreesh Chaturvedi India, now the world’s most populous country with 1.4 billion people, faces heightened energy demands due to its expanding population and robust economic growth. In response, the country has committed to reducing its carbon intensity by over 45% by 2030, achieving 50% of its total electric power capacity from renewable sources by 2030, […] Read more
Gujarat: Zodiac Energy Secures 30 MW Solar Project From AMC Updated On Tue, Oct 8th, 2024 by Saurenergy Gujarat-based Zodiac Energy recently secured an order from the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) to build a 30 MW ground-mounted solar project in its home state. The company is responsible for designing, supplying, installing, testing, and commissioning a grid-tied solar project. The contract also includes the erection, operation, and maintenance of the project for five years, […] Read more
SJVN Invites Developers To Build RT Solar Projects On Gov Buildings Updated On Wed, Sep 25th, 2024 by Saurenergy SJVN has invited proposals from developers to set up 5830 kW of grid-connected rooftop solar power projects (without battery storage). SJVN is developing these on Union Government buildings across seven states, as designated by the MNRE under the PM Suryaghar scheme. These states are NCT of Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and […] Read more
Maharashtra Plans Solarizing 32 Police Stations, Issues Tender Updated On Mon, Sep 23rd, 2024 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) has issued a tender for the installation of grid-connected solar PV power plants at police stations at Gadchiroli and Bhandara. The proposal comprises setting up 1,095 KW grid-connected solar power system at 32 police stations in Gadchiroli and 7 at Bhandara. This scope of work encompasses an integrated process […] Read more
NVVN Issues EPC Tender For Developing Rooftop Solar Projects Updated On Fri, Sep 20th, 2024 by Saurenergy NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN), a subsidiary of the NTPC has now issued a tender seeking EPC players to develop rooftop solar projects of the company. NVVN, has planned to develop several rooftop solar projects across India on government and private buildings. The tender mandated developing these projects and also taking care of Operations […] Read more
India Made Solar More Affordable, Says PM Modi Updated On Fri, Sep 6th, 2024 by Saurenergy Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his latest speech before the International Solar Alliance said that with more government hand holding support and schemes, the solar energy became more affordable in India. He joined the ongoing session online and addressed the gathering. “India’s growth in the solar sector is the result of a clear approach. Whether […] Read more
Railway Floats Tender For Rooftop Solar In Chhattisgarh Updated On Thu, Sep 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The South East Central Railway’s Bilaspur Division (Electrical) has announced a tender for the installation of 1.88 MW rooftop solar systems across service buildings, station buildings, and residences in Chhattisgarh. The project will be executed in CAPEX mode. This comes at a time when the Indian Railways is working towards decarbonising its operations and boosting […] Read more
Can Digital Solar Project Make Rooftop Solar More Accessible? Updated On Wed, Sep 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy In 2023-24, India’s installed Rooftop Solar (RTS) capacity increased by 2.99 GW, marking the highest annual growth to date. According to the latest data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) India’s total installed rooftop solar capacity has reached 13.40 GW by the end of July 2024. Following the launch of the PM […] Read more
Survey Places GenZ On Top For Affinity To Solar Solutions In India Updated On Wed, Sep 4th, 2024 by Saurenergy A multi city survey in India of over 4000 respondents has thrown up some interesting findings when it comes to awareness of, and perception of solar power solutions. Gen Z (those aged between 27- 40years) leads with 50% awareness, followed by Millennials at 46% (those aged 28 to 43) , and Gen X (44 to […] Read more