MNRE to launch a Renewable Energy mobile apps for solar and wind power bids and projects: Piyush Goyal Updated On Thu, May 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy Minister of State (IC) for Power, Coal and New & Renewable Energy, Piyush Goyal on Wednesday launched ‘Contract Labour Payment Management System’- a portal of Coal India Limited (CIL).Goyal also felicitated employees of his Ministries, Public Sector Undertakings and organization/Statutory bodies for their path breaking work towards lighting up India in last two years. Speaking on […] Read more
MNRE implementing schemes to promote use of renewable energy in rural areas: Piyush Goyal Updated On Tue, May 3rd, 2016 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) is implementing a Programme on “Off-Grid and Decentralized Solar Applications” to promote use of solar power through solar home lights, solar street lights, power plants, solar pumps and mini micro grids to meet the energy requirements of the rural areas in the country. Minister of State (IC) […] Read more
HP tapped less than one per cent of its solar power potential CAG Updated On Fri, Apr 15th, 2016 by Saurenergy Comptroller and Auditor General of India in its report said that Himachal Pradesh has been able to tap less than one per cent of its solar power potential. According to the report HP has installed 3.29 MW solar power till March 2015 against its potential of 33,000 MW. The report also stated that Himachal Pradesh […] Read more
Initial Move for the Bigger Goal, Solar India – IFFCO Updated On Sat, Jan 23rd, 2016 by Saurenergy The Government endorsed changes in Power Tariff Act to guarantee 24X7 reasonable powers for all. “IFFCO Phulpur has commissioned 235 KWp Solar Power Plant produce more than 3 lakh kWh/year renewable energy”, Dr. U S Awasthi, MD tweeted. “The Govt. endorsed viability subsidizing of Rs. 5050 crore for grid connected solar with a minimum capacity […] Read more
Karnataka Set To Install 40,000 Solar Pumps Under PM-KUSUM Updated On Wed, Feb 21st, 2024 by Saurenergy Karnataka 2024 Budget released some key initiatives to support the solar sector such as through the installation of solar pumps. The 2024 budget emphasized some key initiatives to make farmers self-sufficient. The Karnataka government will install 40,000 off-grid solar pump sets under the PM-KUSUM Component-B scheme. It plans to do so at an estimated cost […] Read more
Solar Boat Sails On Saryu River In Ayodhya In Testing Mode Updated On Wed, Jan 17th, 2024 by Saurenergy A solar-powered electric boat has been introduced on the holy Saryu River marking a significant milestone in the country. Following the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Agency (UPNEDA) has outlined plans for the routine operation of this boat service in Ayodhya. The components and accessories of the […] Read more
Govt To Electrify 1L Unelectrified Tribal Households With Off-Grid Solar Updated On Fri, Jan 5th, 2024 by Saurenergy The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is now all set to roll out a dedicated scheme to electrify the unelectrified households of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN). The MNRE recently issued a notification in this regard. The order said that the ministry […] Read more
The Success Story of Solar Lighting in Rural Landscapes Updated On Wed, Dec 27th, 2023 by Saurenergy By Shashank Donthi, CEO of Hynetic Electronics Solar lighting in rural landscapes have gained popularity and extensive deployment in India due to their eco-friendly nature and cost-effectiveness. These lights harness solar energy during the day using photovoltaic panels and store it in batteries for illumination during the night. India’s rural communities form the foundation of […] Read more
Andhra Biggest Beneficiary Under Energy Efficient Public Lighting Updated On Mon, Dec 18th, 2023 by Saurenergy Andhra Pradesh is the biggest beneficiary of Union government’s energy efficiency scheme for public lighting through LEDs, data shared by the New and Renewable Energy Minister RK Singh before the Parliament revealed. The ministry in his written response before the Lower House of the Parliament (Lok Sabha) submitted state-wise details of coverage under the scheme. […] Read more
