REIL seeks 200,000 multi-crystalline silicon solar cells
Manufacturers have until December 23 to bid for supplying 100,000 quantities of 4.5W (4-/5-busbar) and 4.60W (5-busbar) cells each.
The case for distributed solar with storage
Gopal Lal Somani, a former director at the Jaipur-based Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd (RRECL), says distributed solar systems with storage are the key to achieving India’s mission of supplying clean energy at an affordable cost to all. In this article, he dwells on the benefits and techno-commercial feasibility of these systems for the nation.
Punjab seeks partners for residential rooftop solar
January 4 is the last date for EPC contractors, manufacturers and system integrators to submit techno-commercial bids for grid-connected rooftop solar capacity that shall come up in residential premises and residential welfare associations/group housing society premises in the state.
India’s 2030 electric vehicle ambition could create INR 85,900-crore battery opportunity
A new report says that the nation would require an estimated annual battery capacity of 158 GWh to realize its 2030 electric vehicle (EV) adoption target. Meeting this potential demand would require investments exceeding INR 85,900 crore (US$ 12.3 billion) in case battery manufacturing is 100% indigenized.
Novel financing model gives competitive advantage to international renewable energy players
India Ratings says innovative measures to mitigate financing risks, optimize financing costs, and reduced currency risks leading to higher equity returns and better coverages provide international renewable energy players an edge over domestic peers.
Solar power keeping ITBP outposts along China border warm
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police outposts along the China border at the height of 18,000 feet use MicroSun Solar panels to generate electricity for central heating, among other applications.
SJVN, IREDA sign MoU for green energy projects
As per the agreement, the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) will undertake techno-financial due diligence of renewable energy, energy efficiency and conservation projects for state-owned hydropower producer Satluz Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd (SJVN).
Andhra Pradesh tenders 6.4 GW of solar capacity for agricultural loads
Solar power developers have until December 28 to bid for an aggregate 6.4 GW of grid-connected solar power capacity, which shall come up across ten locations in the state. The Andhra Pradesh Green Energy Corporation Ltd (APGECL) will serve as the offtaker and supply the power procured from these projects to meet the demand of agricultural loads in the State.
India’s path away from climate disaster lies in the rapid growth of renewable power
The nation is already firmly positioned to lead the world in the clean energy revolution. Consolidating this position would unlock significant economic growth and competitiveness by attracting domestic and foreign investment, creating jobs, and improving public health.
Guidelines issued for feeder-level solar plant installation under PM KUSUM Scheme
The Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) shall be the implementing agency for agricultural feeder-level solar plants and shall incentivize farmers for consuming power below the benchmark consumption for their area—an important measure for conserving groundwater level.
