Govt Amends Bidding Rules, Tightens Default Penalties Updated On Tue, Feb 18th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) recently announced a series of amendments to the prescribed guidelines for a tariff-based competitive bidding process. These amendments are meant for the procurement of power from grid-connected solar, wind, and hybrid power projects. The government’s latest notification builds on previous guidelines, including those issued in July 2023 for energy storage projects, in […] Read more
NTPC REL Issues Tender To Build 110 MW Wind Project in Khavda Updated On Mon, Feb 17th, 2025 by Saurenergy NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), has issued a tender to install Wind Turbine Generators for a 110 MW Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS-Connected) wind energy project. NTPC’s renewable energy arm is set to develop this project at Khavda NTPC RE Park. It has sought bids for the project up till March 25th, 2025. NTPC REL […] Read more
Waiver of ISTS Charges-Will Power Ministry Oblige RE Developers? Updated On Mon, Feb 17th, 2025 by Saurenergy Inter State Transmission Charges or ISTS charges are a key component of power bills across India. Thus, their waiver for renewable energy producers has been a major support on which the energy has grown, by helping keep costs lower than they would otherwise have been. Of course, most states have sought to extract their own […] Read more
MoP Sets New Bidding Guidelines for Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power (MoP) has introduced a new set of rules to promote the development of Pumped Storage Plants (PSPs). The government’s latest norms aim to provide a standardized procurement framework based on open competitive bidding. They also establish clear risk-sharing mechanisms among various stakeholders. The government’s latest notification applies to developers and procurers […] Read more
Clean Energy Financing: Are We Investing Enough? Updated On Wed, Feb 12th, 2025 by Saurenergy Finance plays a vital role in the global push for renewable energy. Over the past decade, clean energy investments have grown significantly, driving gigawatt-scale renewable capacity additions and supporting related sectors, particularly in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. However, much more needs to be done for countries to meet their renewable energy […] Read more
Solar Developer Gets Relief At APTEL On SCOD Extension Updated On Tue, Feb 11th, 2025 by Saurenergy Solaire Urja Private Limited, a Pune based solar developer appears to have got some much needed relief at APTEL, after the Appellate Tribunal chose to go with the developer’s contention on a case that was gone the other way at CERC. Case Overview: Solaire Surya Urja had gone to APTEL to challenge the order by […] Read more
BHEL Gets HVDC Project To Transmit RE From Rajasthan, UP Updated On Mon, Feb 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from Rajasthan Part I Power Transmission Limited, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) under Adani Energy Solutions, for the BF800 HVDC Project, planned for completion by 2030. In a regulatory filing, BHEL confirmed that it will design and execute the High Voltage Direct Current […] Read more
Sr. Lead Structural Engineer – OGC Updated On Wed, Feb 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy As a Senior Lead Structural Engineer, you’ll ensure that structural systems meet all safety, performance, and compliance requirements while delivering high-quality results within budget and timelines. You will often serve as a technical authority, mentor team members, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges working within […] Read more
Wind Resource Assessment Engineer Updated On Wed, Feb 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Wind Resource Assessment Engineer will support a broad range of studies and other consulting services to support power producers to make decisions backed by business and engineering analysis, such as site condition assessments, independent engineering assessments, benchmarking assessments, feasibility studies, unit parameter studies, equipment reliability assessments, and other power generation studies. The engineer should […] Read more
