China Gets the “Largest” Solar Powered Green Hydrogen Project in the World Updated On Tue, Jul 4th, 2023 by Saurenergy China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec), the $490 billion oil major announced the start of production at a Green Hydrogen Pilot Project (“Project”) constructed by the company in Kuqa City of Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The project aims to produce green hydrogen using solar power instead of natural-gas-based hydrogen at Sinopec’s refinery in […] Read more
NHPC Looks to Select Solar Power Developer for 3 GW ISTS-Connected Solar Projects Updated On Thu, Jun 22nd, 2023 by Saurenergy Hydropower development firm, NHPC (National Hydro Electric Power Corporation) has issued a tender for the selection of Solar Power Developer for setting up of 3000 MW (3 GW) ISTS (Inter State Transmission System) connected solar power projects anywhere in India. After conclusion of the bidding process, NHPC shall enter into Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with […] Read more
Balancing Energy & Aquaculture in Bangladesh: First Floating Solar Power Plant Connects to National Grid Updated On Mon, Jun 19th, 2023 by Saurenergy Bangladesh has connected its first floating commercial solar power plant to the national grid. The farm is located in Chapainawabganj District, about 302 km northwest of the country capital Dhaka. The Joules Nawab Floating Solar Plant project consists of solar panels aggregating to a capacity of 2.3 MW mounted on specially designed floating platforms in […] Read more
UK Allocates £4.3 Mn Funding to Advance Space-Based Solar Power Updated On Tue, Jun 13th, 2023 by Saurenergy The UK government has allocated £4.3 million in funding to universities and tech companies to drive the development of space-based solar power. While the concept of commercial power stations in space may seem futuristic, the space industry has long been at the forefront of solar power advancements. As part of the government’s space-based solar power […] Read more
Punjab State Power Corporation Issues Tender To Procure 200 MW Solar Power Updated On Fri, Jun 9th, 2023 by Saurenergy Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has invited bids for the procurement of 200 MW solar power from grid connected solar photovoltaic power projects to be set up anywhere in Punjab. PSPCL has invited prospective bidders for the e-bidding under Swiss Challenge Method, based on an existing offer in hand of PSPCL from a bidder, […] Read more
Croatia Sets the Ball Rolling for its First Agrisolar Power Plant Updated On Wed, Jun 7th, 2023 by Saurenergy Croatia is set to welcome its first agrisolar power plant, which will be developed by Croatian solar developer, Solida. The construction of the facility with 15 Mwp capacity has begun. The firm has set sights on building only agrisolar plants. For Solida, this will be its largest facility thus far. EUR 10 million Investment The […] Read more
Trial Shows Possibility Of Solar Power Transmission From Space To Earth Updated On Fri, Jun 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy The success of solar power on the Earth is already getting traction, leading to faster adoption of clean energy worldwide. However, have you ever wondered about the possibility of getting solar energy from space without any wired connections? Early trials have shown that such systems are feasible. A space solar power prototype launched into orbit in […] Read more
PSPCL Issues Tender to Procure 1000 MW Solar Power Updated On Thu, Jun 1st, 2023 by Saurenergy Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd. (PSPCL) has issued a tender for the procurement of 1000 MW of solar power via competitive bidding. This will be followed by an e-reverse auction. The RfS is open to grid-connected solar photovoltaic power projects with a capacity of 5 MW and above, located anywhere in Punjab. The last date […] Read more
IISc Develops Novel Solar Powered Thermal Desalination System Updated On Tue, May 30th, 2023 by Saurenergy Bengaluru’s Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has developed a solar energy based new thermal desalination system. The IISc researchers say it is energy-efficient, cost-effective and portable. These features make the solar thermal desalination system convenient for installation in remote areas that have no or limited electricity supplies providing clean drinking water to the inhabitants. The […] Read more
