Open Access: MERC Disallows Discoms To Levy Cross Subsidy Surcharge Updated On Thu, Dec 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) in its latest judgment disallowed the local discoms of Thane in Maharashtra to levy Cross-Subsidy Surcharges (CSS) for open access consumers. The verdict from the state regulatory body came to the fore after Mindspace Business Parks Pvt Ltd (MBPPL) and Gigaplex Estate Pvt Ltd (GEPL) moved the MERC. Both […] Read more
Remove Fossil Fuel Subsidy To Meet 2030 RE Targets: BloombergNEF Updated On Tue, Nov 28th, 2023 by Saurenergy A latest report from BloombergNEF on the issue of global renewable targets claimed that solar is on track for what’s needed to achieve the 2030 target. The report highlighted that the world needs to reduce subsidies in fossil fuels to boost the growth of renewables. This comes at a time when several global leaders are […] Read more
Navigating the Evolving Green Mobility Landscape Post FAME-II Subsidy Reduction Updated On Thu, Aug 17th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Indian electric vehicle (EV) industry has witnessed significant growth and transformation in recent years, propelled by government initiatives like the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme. However, the recent reduction in FAME-II subsidies has sparked discussions and raised questions about the impact on original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the overall green […] Read more
Haryana Offers 75% Subsidy Support Under PM-KUSUM Updated On Mon, Jul 3rd, 2023 by Saurenergy Haryana Renewable Energy Development Agency (HREDA) has now issued notification seeking applications from farmers for solar irrigation pump connections under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM). The notification asked the eligible farmers to apply up to July 12, 2023. Under the scheme, the Haryana government is offering a 45 percent subsidy from the state […] Read more
Two-Wheeler EV Sales Dip As Govt Slashes FAME-II Subsidy Updated On Mon, Jul 3rd, 2023 by Saurenergy The slashing of subsidies for electric two-wheelers by the Ministry of Heavy Industries last month has now shown results in its sales in the market. The ministry gives subsidies under the Faster Adoption of Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME)-II scheme. This hand-holding support from the government apparently helped many consumers to shun polluting vehicles and […] Read more
Govt Reduces Subsidy For Electric Two-Wheelers Under FAME-II Updated On Mon, May 22nd, 2023 by Saurenergy In its latest notification, the Ministry of Heavy Industries has ordered reduction in subsidies for electric two-wheeler vehicles under the Faster Adoption of Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME)-II scheme. The new provisions will be rolled out in India from June 1, 2023. With the reduced hand-holding support from the government, the electric two-wheeler prices are […] Read more
Govt To Disburse Subsidy Dues To Ola, Ather, Hero & TVS Under FAME-II Updated On Mon, May 8th, 2023 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Heavy Industries, the nodal government agency handling the Faster Adoption of Manufacturing of Electric Vehicle (FAME)-II scheme, has been mulling returning the due subsidies of four major electric two-wheeler companies, reports claimed. The move comes days after these EV players announced reimbursing the EV customers to whom these companies sold EV chargers […] Read more
Subsidy-Free Offshore European Wind Bids On The Rise: GlobalData Report Updated On Tue, May 2nd, 2023 by Saurenergy The latest report by GlobalData, a data and analytics company, claimed that European countries are witnessing increased subsidy-free wind energy bids due to intense competition. However, the report said several factors have also led to the undersubscription of renewable energy auctions. GlobalData’s latest report titled ‘Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2023’ pointed out that the […] Read more
CESL Study On E-Buses Claims Cost Savings Vs CNG, Diesel Buses, Even Without Subsidy Updated On Thu, Feb 16th, 2023 by Saurenergy Read more
