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OneShot: A quick view on Renewable energy NEWS.

How much shade is enough? :

Researchers have covered part of a rooftop solar plant with a different numbers of shading cloth layers to measure their power, current, and voltage. They have been able to identify a point after which the value of system current and maximum power is no longer sensitive to shading heaviness.

A group of scientists from Aligarh Muslim University conducted a field experiment to analyze the impact of shading heaviness on voltage, current, and power on PV modules and strings.

Sun shines on Premier Energies; govt’s renewables push can make it brighter :

Premier Energies, a manufacturer of solar cells and modules, aims to raise ₹2,830 crore through an initial public offering (IPO) that is set to open on August 27. Of this, ₹1,291 crore will be generated from a fresh issue of shares, which will be used for capacity expansion. The remaining will come from an offer for sale by the promoter and private equity investors.

The SolarSnitch is here to save DERs from cyber-attacks :

Distributed energy resources (DER) are emerging all over the grid edge, and having the ability to communicate with grid edge devices and equipment is becoming more important. However, this also means a threat vector is growing, and one that could impact grid stability.

A new technology developed by Sandia National Laboratories, called SolarSnitch, aims to address this emerging cybersecurity gap by securing photovoltaic (PV) communications within DER systems at the grid edge. It uses inspection tools to analyze cyber and physical data in PV smart inverters and custom machine learning (ML) algorithms to detect potential cyber-attacks.

Brookfield-backed Evren commits $5 billion investment in Andhra Pradesh :

Evren, a clean energy JV of Axis Energy and Brookfield, has committed $5 billion investment to develop 3.5 GW of solar and 5.5 GW of wind assets in Andhra Pradesh.

Evren, a clean energy platform launched by Brookfield in India as a joint venture with Axis Energy, has committed to invest $5 billion in renewable power development in Andhra Pradesh. The investment is planned for development of 3.5 GW of solar and 5.5 GW of wind assets in the State in a phased manner. Projects totaling 3 GW are scheduled for commissioning by the end of 2026.

JSW Energy secures 300 MW wind-solar hybrid project, signs PPA for 300 MW solar :

JSW Energy has been awarded a 300 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind-solar hybrid power project by NTPC Ltd. It has also secured a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Bangalore Electricity Supply Co. Ltd for 300 MW solar capacity in Karnataka.

Greenko to build 3.3 GW of pumped storage projects in Tamil Nadu :

India’s Greenko has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Tamil Nadu government to build three pumped storage projects totalling 3.3 GW in Tamil Nadu. The projects will be developed in Tirupathur, Salem and Tiruvannamalai districts of the Indian state.

India adds 15 GW solar capacity in H1FY24, 282% rise from H1FY23 :

India has registered record solar installations of about 15 GW during the first half of 2024 as "developers raced" to complete delayed projects, a report by Mercom Capital said.

The country added 3.89 GW of solar capacity during January-June 2023, the US-based research firm said in its latest report.

Peak power demand to grow by 15 GW/year for next 6 years :

Nagulapalli noted that "India's peak demand grew at an average of 11 GW for the last 10 years and going forward for the next 6 years, we expect that the demand is going to grow at an average of 15 GW per year."

Gensol Engineering secures 16 MW C&I project in Madhya Pradesh :

In August 2024, Gensol Engineering along with Matrix Gas & Renewables Limited secured the winning bid for a 237 MW hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing capacity under a production linked incentive (PLI) scheme. In July 2024, Gensol Engineering won the tender for 116 MW (150 MWp) of solar projects distributed across 27 different locations in Gujarat. In the same month they received a Notification of Award for engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) for the solar plant in Khavda renewable energy power park in Gujarat.

National Fertilizers Floats Tender for 1,500 kW Rooftop Solar Project in Panipat :

National Fertilizers () has invited expressions of interest for the pre-qualification of lump-sum turnkey (LSTK) bidders to set up a 1,500 kW grid-connected rooftop solar project at its premises in Panipat.

NVVN Invites Bids For 7.1 MW Rooftop Solar Project In Bihar And Jharkhand :

NVVN has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a significant project involving the development of 7,131 kW of grid-connected rooftop solar installations. This project will be executed at various locations managed by central armed forces and departments under the Ministry of Home Affairs in Zone 1, which includes the states of Bihar and Jharkhand.

TCIL Issues Tender for Smart Meter and Communication Network in Kerala :

Telecommunications Consultants India (TCIL) has invited bids to select a consortium partner for the supply, installation, system integration, operation, and maintenance of smart meters, head-end system software, and a radio frequency/cellular communication network as part of the advanced metering infrastructure project in Kerala State Electricity Board-Phase-1.

Gujarat Regulator Issues Multi-Year Tariff Regulations Until 2030 :

The MYT regulations provide a transparent and predictable tariff-setting process, encourage efficiency improvements in the electricity sector, establish mechanisms to share gains and losses arising from various factors, and facilitate long-term planning and investment in electricity infrastructure.

Solar module shortlist key for local industry to take off; prices will change over time’: Waaree Energies CEO Amit Paithankar :

The CEO of Waaree Energies defended the reimposition of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) order, which restricts the use of foreign modules in most solar projects.

Waaree Energies Ltd, India’s largest producer of solar PV modules, holds over 10.7 GW or 21.3 per cent of the total capacity enlisted in the government’s shortlist of domestic producers.

In a conversation with Aggam Walia, Amit Paithankar, CEO of Waaree Energies, defended the reimposition of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) order, which restricts the use of foreign modules in most solar projects

Tata Power Solar Systems, ICICI Bank tie up to finance solar units :

Tata Power Solar Systems Ltd (TPSSL) has signed an agreement with ICICI Bank to provide financing for solar units to residential and corporate customers. As part of the agreement, the customers can avail themselves of loans up to Rs 90 lakh with collateral-free options and tenure extending up to 5 years.

TRENDE Inc. to Acquire ONE Energy Corporation’s Renewable Energy Business :

TRENDE Inc., a leading provider of renewable energy solutions in Japan, has announced its intention to acquire ONE Energy Corporation’s renewable energy division. This acquisition encompasses ONE Energy’s battery storage rental, solar leasing, and rooftop solar generation businesses. The deal is slated for completion on October 1, 2024.

India’s Rising Solar Export Market: Navigating Challenges And Seizing Global Opportunities :

In recent years, India’s role in the global solar photovoltaic (PV) market has grown significantly, driven by its abundant sunlight and strong commitment to renewable energy. Central to this growth are two key Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) codes: 85414200, which covers photovoltaic cells not yet assembled into modules or panels, and 85414300, referring to cells assembled into finished solar panels. These codes are crucial to understanding India’s solar export landscape, especially as the country ramps up its efforts to become a leading exporter of solar technology.

The Turning Point For Solar PV In Renewable Energy :

Grid parity in solar PV refers to the point where the cost of generating electricity from solar power becomes equal to or less than the cost of buying power from the grid. In simpler terms, it’s when solar energy becomes as affordable, or even cheaper than electricity produced from traditional sources like coal, natural gas, or nuclear power.