SJVN tenders 1.5 GW of wind-solar hybrid power projects
Developers have until Nov. 2 to submit bids to set up 1.5 GW of wind-solar hybrid power projects on a build-own-operate basis in India.
SJVN to get PFC loan for 70% of over $14.2 billion renewables, thermal projects
SJVN is setting up renewable energy, thermal power and other projects at a total cost of about INR 118,826 crore ($14,276 million). The MoU with PFC will allow it term loan financial assistance at around 70% of the project cost.
AmpIn Energy to supply 33.1 MW of solar power to Varroc
AmpIn Energy Transition’s 105 MWp solar park in Parbhani, Maharashtra, will supply 33.1 MW of solar power to Varroc’s manufacturing plants in the state.
PFC Consulting launches 1.25 GW solar tender
PFC Consulting Ltd has invited bids to develop 1.25 GW of solar projects, connected to the interstate transmission grid, on a build-own-operate basis in India. Bidding closes on Oct. 12.
How long do residential solar inverters last?
A range of different factors can affect the productive lifespan of residential solar inverters.
Researchers claim PV near railway tracks is technically feasible
Despite soiling and mechanical stress, PV deployed between or close to rail tracks is not just a crazy idea, states a Bangladeshi-Australian research group. The scientists conducted a techno-economic analysis on a 128 kW demonstrator and found it may achieve a levelized cost of energy of only $0.052/kWh.
DC isolators trigger sharp increase in solar fires in Australia
Data shows a sharp increase in the number of fires caused by the DC isolators that separate the grid from solar panels. ABC News gathered state-by-state data revealing a dramatic increase in fire incidents in the last 12 months.
Fossil share in Rajasthan’s power mix drops to 50% as solar and wind surge
In Rajasthan, power generation from renewable energy sources (solar, wind, nuclear, hydro, and bioenergy) is now on par with fossil fuel-based generation.
The Hydrogen Stream: Researchers test marine green hydrogen feasibility
Mexican researchers have revealed test results for offshore wind-based hydrogen production, while Turkey has started negotiating hydrogen facility partnerships with the United Arab Emirates.
Share of green power for cement companies expected to increase to 42% by FY2025: ICRA
Around 25% replacement of thermal power consumption by green power could yield 15-18% savings in power cost and 140-160 bps improvement in operating margins for cement companies
