Kolkata discom tenders 150 MW of wind-solar projects
CESC Ltd has invited proposals from developers to build 150 MW of wind-solar hybrid power projects to meet its renewable purchase obligation targets and a part of its power demand. The projects, to be developed on a build-own-operate basis, can be set up anywhere in India.
Survey shows 34.3% failure rate for residential inverters over 15 years
The Bern University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland has published the initial results of a survey on the durability and performance of residential PV inverters and power optimizers over a 15-year period. They found that more than 65% of the inverters did not present yield-relevant faults by their 15th year of operation.
Amplus Solar signs 56 MWp open-access PPA with JK Lakshmi Cement
Gurugram-headquartered Amplus Solar has signed the agreement to supply 56 MWp of PV power for JK Lakshmi Cement’s facility in Durg, Chhattisgarh.
ABB India achieves 82% reduction in own GHG emissions across all manufacturing locations
Five ABB locations across India (Nelamangala, Peenya, Maneja, Nashik, and Faridabad) are certified as ‘Green Factory Buildings’ by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC).
Dutch startup unveils controller to store excess PV power in hot water
Solyx Energy has developed a device to maximize solar self-consumption in residential homes. The sensor measures how much solar power can be fed back into the grid at different times, while a controller redirects that excess energy into an electric water heater.
Adani Green Energy Q3 profit soars 110% YoY
Adani Green Energy Ltd, the renewable energy arm of the diversified Adani Group, reported a consolidated net profit of INR 103 crore in the three months ended Dec. 31, 2022.
SJVN to build 700 MW solar plant in Uttar Pradesh
State-owned hydropower producer SJVN has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Uttar Pradesh government to set up a 700 MW solar plant in Kanpur. The project cost is estimated at INR 3,500 crore ($423.4 million).
AC vs. DC in residential buildings equipped with solar-plus-storage
Scientists in Sweden have compared AC and DC topologies in PV-powered buildings using battery storage. They have found that DC distribution systems can achieve energy savings when they are combined with solar-plus-storage systems.
India signs MoU on energy efficiency programmes in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand
India’s Energy Efficiency Services Ltd has agreed to provide technical advisory, project management, contracting and implementation support for energy efficiency programmes in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Gujarat tenders 1 GW of solar projects
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL) has launched a tender to procure up to 500 MW of solar power from PV projects to be set up anywhere in India with greenshoe option of additional up to 500 MW. Bidding closes on March 13.
