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Trial Shows Possibility Of Solar Power Transmission From Space To Earth 

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 […]

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PSPCL Issues Tender to Procure 1000 MW Solar Power

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 […]

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IISc Develops Novel Solar Powered Thermal Desalination System

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 […]

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OX2, Dasos Capital Partner to Develop Solar Power in Estonia for 500 MW Estimated Capacity

Swedish renewable energy company OX2 has announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with Dasos Capital for the development of ten solar farms in Estonia in North Europe. Dasos Capital is specialised investment company for sustainable forestry and natural capital; it is an independent Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). Dasos Capital said that the capacity […]

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Pharma Firm Sami-Sabinsa Procures Solar Power for Karnataka Operations from O2 Power

Pharma player Sami-Sabinsa Group has signed a long-term mutual agreement with clean energy major O2 Renewable Energy for the purchase of 150 million units (MU) of renewable power over a 25-year period. Sami-Sabinsa is a research-oriented firm that uses sustainable nutraceutical/ cosmeceutical ingredients. O2 Renewable Energy is a subsidiary of Singapore-based renewable energy developer O2 […]

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Gujarat Discoms To Get 500 MW Of Solar Power At Rs 2.51/unit 

Electricity distribution companies in Gujarat are all set to get green energy from its 500 Megawatt (MW) grid-connected solar projects in the state with a tariff of Rs 2.51 to Rs 2.52 per unit. The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) recently approved these tariffs.  It comes after the Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) moved a petition […]

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MRF To Buy 19% Stake In First Energy For Solar Power Purchase

Global vehicular tyre manufacturer MRF has said it will be picking up a stake of upto 19.10 per cent in First Energy 4 Pvt Ltd. The contract value disclosed by MRF in the announcement has been estimated to be Rs 13.09 crore. The renewable energy firm develops, constructs, operates, and maintains renewable energy-based power plants […]

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MSEDCL Gets Nod For Long-Term Solar Power Procurement At Rs 2.90/unit  

The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC), in its latest judgment, allowed the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL) to procure solar energy from the state’s 500 Megawatt (MW) grid-connected intra-state solar projects (Phase-IX) at the rate of Rs 2.90 per kilowatt. The decision came after the discom moved the Commission seeking their approval. The discom, earlier […]

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Savannah Energy To Build 200 MW Solar Power Projects in Niger

A move that is expected to speed up the expansion of renewable energy in Niger, Savannah Energy PLC, a British independent energy company, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoU) with the Niger government for the development of two solar power plants.  The cumulative capacity of these two projects stands at 200 Megawatt (MW). Savannah Energy Niger […]

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