US company develops robotic solution to address installer shortage
Sarcos has designed a robotic PV construction solution that delivers, detects, lifts, and places PV modules in large-scale solar plants. It has recently field tested and validated the prototype solution in a pilot project funded by the US Department of Energy.
NHPC launches EPC tenders for 350 MW of floating solar
NHPC has invited domestic bids to set up a cumulative 350 MW of floating solar power capacity, which includes 300 MW in Odisha and 50 MW in Kerala.
Jakson Green’s global order book surpasses 1 GW
The company has won large-scale renewable energy EPC projects in Africa and Middle-East regions. Its India portfolio includes an order to construct the single largest commercial and industrial solar park in Rajasthan.
Tata Power Delhi discom signs $20.2 million financing deal with ADB
Tata Power will use the secured financing to enhance Delhi’s power distribution through grid enhancements and a battery energy storage system.
NLC launches 200 MW solar EPC tender
The government-owned thermal energy producer has invited bids to install and commission a 200 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar plant anywhere in India. Bidding closes on May 9.
NTPC tenders EPC package for 300 MW solar in Gujarat
NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd (NTPC REL) is accepting bids to install and commission a 300 MW grid-connected solar PV project at Khavda RE Power Park in Rann of Kutch. Bidding closes on May 26.
Dutch city installs solar footpath
Hungary’s Platio has inaugurated a solar footpath in the Dutch city of Groningen. The installation consists of 2,544 monocrystalline Patio solar pavers with a 21.8% efficiency rating. It will generate 55,000 kWh of electricity per year and can purportedly withstand a pressure of 2 tons without microcracks.
Vedanta arm to source 105 MW hybrid renewable power for its aluminum operations
Vedanta arm Bharat Aluminium Co. Ltd (BALCO) and Serentica Renewables India have signed a power delivery agreement for 105 MW of hybrid renewable power.
Avaada Energy secures 421 MW (DC) solar project
Avaada has won a 421 MW (DC) solar project at a tariff of INR 2.70 ($0.03)/kWh. The project, connected to the inter-state transmission system, will supply power to Damodar Valley Corp. (DVC).
Bangladesh needs up to $1.71 billion annually till 2041 for 40% renewable energy capacity
A new report says the time is ripe for Bangladesh to increase renewable energy-based generation capacity to reduce costly fossil-fuel imports and drive down subsidy burdens on the power sector. It finds the nation would need to consistently invest $1.53 billion to $1.71 billion annually until 2041 to build a 40% renewable energy capacity of the electricity demand of 61,866 MW in 2041.
