May 22,2013
The Indian government is set to repose millions of dollars in financial support for solar power project developers from the coal tax corpus it has accumulated over the last few years.
Coal Tax To Fund India’s 750 MW Solar Power Capacity Addition Plan In 2013
Chinese solar PV firms seeking local partners: Titan Energy Chairman
May 22,2013
Chinese solar photovoltaic module producers are scouting for partners in India to use the local manufacturing capability to serve the global markets, according to Chairman of Titan Energy System, Rao S.Y.S. Chodagam.
Chinese solar PV firms seeking local partners: Titan Energy Chairman
Fraunhofer and India sign MoU to develop solar pilot projects
May 15,2013
India’s Ministry for New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop pilot projects in PV, solar thermal and hydrogen.
Fraunhofer and India sign MoU to develop solar pilot projects
Canadian PV project developer P2 Solar launches Indian subsidiary
May 8,2013
P2 Solar Inc. (Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada) announced that it has formed a new subsidiary, Jagat Energy Private Ltd., in India to become a player in the rapidly growing energy markets in India.
Canadian PV project developer P2 Solar launches Indian subsidiary
Whats Happening in India?
May 5,2013
After most Indian states failed to meet renewable energy targets last year, investments seem to be trending up again.
Proinso supplies inverters for first grid PV project on Andaman and Nicobar Islands
May 5,2013
Proinso, a supplier of PV equipment, has delivered 5MW worth of inverters for installation at, it claims, the first on-grid solar project on the India-owned Andaman and Nicobar islands.
Proinso supplies inverters for first grid PV project on Andaman and Nicobar Islands
First Solar plans power clusters near industrial estates
April 30,2013
First Solar, the US-based solar photovoltaic products and integration solutions company, is set to take up solar photovoltaic (PV) clusters in India close to existing industrial hubs.
First Solar plans power clusters near industrial estates
Solar Sector: Indias Next Employment Hub
April 30,2013
While solar energy production has the potential to end the power woes of a country, the added advantage is that it also creates a plethora of new job opportunities for its citizens. Find out the solar scenario in India, job opportunities available, skill
Solar Sector: Indias Next Employment Hub
AP’s first REC based Solar PV project accredited
April 30,2013
Almost 7 months after the AP Solar Policy was announced, Andhra Pradesh finally has a Solar PV project accredited under the REC mechanism.
AP’s first REC based Solar PV project accredited
Bidding system revealed for phase II of India’s solar mission
April 26,2013
The second phase of India’s national solar policy will offer a new form of reverse bidding to install 750MW of solar capacity, the government has revealed in a draft policy.
Bidding system revealed for phase II of India’s solar mission
Andhra Pradesh sets solar power tariff at INR 6.49/kWh
April 26,2013
The government of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has confirmed that it will offer a price of INR 6.49 (USD 0.120) per kWh of solar power to prospective developers through its solar photovoltaic (PV) tender.
Andhra Pradesh sets solar power tariff at INR 6.49/kWh
IFC to lend $50M to EDF-backed ACME Solar
April 22,2013
International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector investment arm of the World Bank, is lending $50 million to ACME Solar Pvt Ltd, part of the ACME Group, for various solar power farms to be developed over the next two years.
IFC to lend $50M to EDF-backed ACME Solar
New solar policies in India expected to increase demand; help improve margins
April 22,2013
According to Bridge to India, close to 1.5 GW of PV projects are currently under development in India. It forecasts that over 1 GW of new capacity will be installed this year.
New solar policies in India expected to increase demand; help improve margins
For a day in the sun
April 22,2013
The International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that India will add between 600 gw and 1,200 gw of power generation capacity before 2050.
Now, India takes US to WTO over green energy
April 22,2013
Two months after it was taken to the World Trade Organization by the US government on the renewable energy (RE) sector, the Indian government has done likewise.
Now, India takes US to WTO over green energy
Solar in India: Rajasthan surpasses 500 MW of installed solar PV capacity
April 16,2013
The Indian state of Rajasthan has commissioned 510 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, according to the latest report by Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd. (Jaipur, India).
Solar in India: Rajasthan surpasses 500 MW of installed solar PV capacity
New 50 MW solar PV project is India’s largest
April 16,2013
India’s leading solar developer Welspun Energy Limited (WEL), has commissioned its 50 MW utility-scale solar project ahead of schedule.
New 50 MW solar PV project is India’s largest
NCEF plans to give low-cost loans for renewable energy
April 11, 2013
The National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF), set up in 2011 by taxing coal production, will soon provide low cost loans to investors in renewable energy.
NCEF plans to give low-cost loans for renewable energy
Delhi Govt initiates plan to push solar power in city schools
April 10, 2013
In a major step towards power conservation, the environment department of the Delhi government has initiated the process of installation of solar power plants in government four schools and four hospitals.
Govt initiates plan to push solar power in city schools
Solar panel trial run at PWD-built buildings in Kerala
April 9, 2013
The trial run of the solar panel installation at the buildings constructed by Kerala Public Works Department (PWD) has been completed and now a project is being prepared for installing PV Systems in 25000 offices.
Solar panel trial run at PWD-built buildings
India: solar cheaper than grid power
April 8,2013
Solar power is cheaper than grid power for commercial consumers in Maharashtra, Delhi and Kerala, even with no subsidies, according to a quarterly report published by consulting company Bridge to India.
India: solar cheaper than grid power
Recognition for three solar projects of Mahindra EPC
April 8,2013
Three solar power projects constructed by Mahindra EPC (engineering, procurement and construction), have been recognised by the Central Government’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy for early commissioning of solar power projects.
Recognition for three solar projects of Mahindra EPC
Stabilization of solar PV module prices to impact Indian PV market
April 8,2013
RESolve Energy Consultants (Chennai, India) states that the minor increases in solar photovoltaic (PV) module prices in February and March 2013 confirm its earlier analysis that prices could not fall
Stabilization of solar PV module prices to impact Indian PV market
Pennar diversifies into solar PV units, cold-form building work
8 April, 2013
Pennar Industries Ltd has diversified into cold-form building sector, setting up of solar photo-voltaic power plants and offering water treatment solutions.
Pennar diversifies into solar PV units, cold-form building work
Efforts on to tap solar energy in Andhra Pradesh
April 5, 2013
Andhra Pradesh can join the league of pioneers of solar energy in the country if its efforts to install 1,000 MW solar energy plants are fruitful within a year.
Efforts on to tap solar energy in Andhra Pradesh
India to Auction Unsold Rooftop Solar Projects Across 7 Cities
April 5,2013
India, which plans to raise solar capacity eightfold by 2017, will auction projects for setting up grid-connected photovoltaic systems on rooftops across seven cities in the next two weeks.
India to Auction Unsold Rooftop Solar Projects Across 7 Cities
SunEdison, Thermax, Azure win mandate for rooftop solar projects in 4 cities
April 3, 2013
Three companies—SunEdison, Thermax and Azure—have been named successful bidders for putting up rooftop solar power projects in four cities—Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi and Gurgaon—in a tender floated by the government-owned Solar Energy Corporation of India
Horticultural official develops solar trap for pest control
April 4,2013
A horticultural official working in Tirunelveli district has come out with a device that uses light to trap pests. Pests, which are attracted by light, get trapped in an adhesive layer in the device developed by P David Raja Beula (54), an assistant dire
Horticultural official develops solar trap for pest control
Roof over roads to tap solar power
April 4,2013
Indias major roads may double up as solar highways,
Roof over roads to tap solar power
SunPower Launches 21.5% Efficient PV Modules
April 3, 2013
SunPower has unveiled its latest 21.5% efficient PV Modules,made from SunPower’s latest Maxeon Gen 3 solar cell technology, which has cell-level conversion efficiencies of over 24%.
SunPower Launches 21.5% Efficient PV Modules
India Post to use Solar PV Back-Up in 1.3 Lac Branch Offices
April 1, 2013
Indian Postal Service, India Post, will computerise 1.3 Lac offices and install Solar Panels to provide essential power back-up.
India Post to use Solar PV Back-up in 1.3 Lac Branch Offices
Country first silicon making unit likely in Bhandara
March 15, 2013
Vidarbha may turn out to be the country Silicon Valley. The region is high on the radar of public sector undertaking Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited which is planning to set up the countrys first silicon manufacturing unit.
Country first silicon making unit likely in Bhandara
India- Domestic PV manufacturing capacity reaches 2 GW
March 13, 2013
According to India,s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy MNRE, domestic manufacturing capacity of photovoltaic cells and modules has grown to 2 GW.
India- Domestic PV manufacturing capacity reaches 2 GW
Indian government to implement gap funding model for phase two of JNNSM
March 7, 2013
The government of India has announced plans to adopt a viability gap funding model for the second phase of its Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission.
Indian government to implement gap funding model for phase two of JNNSM
T-Solar connects its second PV plant in India
February 07, 2013
Spanish independent solar power producer T-Solar Group has completed a 12.3MWp PV plant in India which also represents the company’s second grid-connected PV plant in the country.
T-Solar connects its second PV plant in India.
Mizuho signs US$325 million MoU with Gujarat government
February 05, 2013
Mizuho Financial Group, in conjunction with several Japanese companies, is planning to construct a 200MW solar plant in Gujarat, India.
Mizuho signs US$325 million MoU with Gujarat government
THDC India seeks to install 100MW of PV capacity in Uttar Pradesh
January 28, 2013
THDC India — a joint venture firm set up by the government of India and the government of Uttar Pradesh in order to develop hydro power projects — is reportedly planning to enter the solar energy market.
THDC India seeks to install 100MW of PV capacity in Uttar Pradesh
TN to lead India,s solar power revolution by 2015
January 24, 2013
Tamil Nadu would generate around 40 percent of the solar energy produced in the country by 2015, said Sudeep Jain, chairman and director of the Tamil Nadu Energy Development Agency ( TEDA).
TN to lead India,s solar power revolution by 2015.
Fonroche Energie collaborates on Indian solar PV project
January 22, 2013
The French clean energy company Fonroche Energie will be working with the $15.9 billion Indian company Mahindra Group to develop the 5MW solar PV project in Gajner Village, Bikaner, Rajasthan.
Fonroche Energie collaborates on Indian solar PV project
Tata Power Solar looks to combat Chinese competition
January 22, 2013
India,s third largest solar panel manufacturer Tata Power Solar will shift focus from an export-oriented firm to a domestic engineering, procurement and construction service provider.
Tata Power Solar looks to combat Chinese competition.
Welspun Energy commissions its first JNNSM PV project in Rajasthan
January 22, 2013
Welspun Energy, an Indian solar project developer, has commissioned a 15MW PV project in Phalodi Tehsil, Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India.
Welspun Energy commissions its first JNNSM PV project in Rajasthan.
Panchayat switches to solar power
January 12, 2013
Chendamangalam panchayat is attempting to become the first solar panchayat in Kerala.
Panchayat switches to solar power
Noida to have solar power plant
January 11, 2013
Noida Board today gave approval for 1 MW solar power generation plant and highway traffic management system for Noida-Greater Noida expressway.
Noida to have solar power plant
Surat Municipal Corporation to inaugurate rooftop solar plant
January 08, 2013
With the installation of the rooftop solar power plant at the Science Centre in City Light nearing completion, the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) is planning to inaugurate during the upcoming visit of Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi in the city...
Surat Municipal Corporation to inaugurate rooftop solar plant
Kerala State Electricity Board to generate 300MW off-grid solar energy in 2013
January 07, 2013
Kerala State Electricity Board is planning to lure domestic consumers using above 200 units of power a month for setting up off-grid solar power plants.
Kerala State Electricity Board to generate 300MW off-grid solar energy in 2013
APSRTC installs solar plant at HCU bus depot
December 28, 2012
In an effort to use alternative forms of energy for its daily operations, the APSRTC has decided to tap solar power. The Corporation has proposed to install solar power plants at 105 bus stations, garages and bus depots across the State.
APSRTC installs solar plant at HCU bus depot
Use solar energy to overcome power shortage
December 22, 2012
Non-Conventional Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited (NEDCAP) advised the residents and establishment owners to use solar energy to solve power problem.
Use solar energy to overcome power shortage
2,496 solar-powered houses to be built in Tiruchi district
December 14, 2012
All the 2,206 green houses sanctioned at an estimated cost of Rs.39.71 crore during 2011-12 have been completed and handed over to the beneficiaries.
2,496 solar-powered houses to be built in Tiruchi district
100-MW solar energy park to come up in Ramnad
December 14, 2012
A 100-megawatt (MW) solar energy park is to come up in Ramanathapuram district, one of the economically backward districts of the State, at a cost of Rs. 920 crore.
100-MW solar energy park to come up in Ramnad
Domestic power tariff to go up in Kerala
December 13, 2012
The current power tariff for the consumers in the 300 to 500 unit slab is Rs.7.50 per unit. On crossing the 300 unit consumption limit, the consumers now will have to pay a penalty of Rs.15 per unit.
Domestic power tariff to go up in Kerala
One-third of streetlights to be powered by solar energy
December 12, 2012
Solar-powered streetlights were being installed in the panchayats under a special scheme announced by Chief Minister Jayalalithaa through the rural development department.
One-third of streetlights to be powered by solar energy
Solar-powered bus shelters opened in Tiruchi
December 9, 2012
Two solar-powered bus shelters, established with funding from the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), were declared open by Collector Jayashree Muralidharan at Karumandapam on Saturday.
Solar-powered bus shelters opened in Tiruchi
BHEL plans Rs 2,000 crore investment for solar gear making plant
December 9, 2012
BHEL plans to invest up to Rs 2,000 crore for setting up solar equipment manufacturing facility having a capacity of 600 MW.
BHEL plans Rs 2,000 crore investment for solar gear making plant
Punjab for mandatory solar panels on all bldgs
November 27, 2012
Punjab has consented to the proposal to give subsidy on solar panels to make them popular among domestic consumers with an idea to make solar energy mandatory in the public and private buildings especially in the houses constructed over an area...........
Punjab for mandatory solar panels on all bldgs
Harness solar energy for domestic consumption-Punjab Gov
November 26, 2012
Presiding over a high-level meeting to review the untapped potential of solar energy, the Punjab Governor said every household across the state should be encouraged to have Solar Photo Voltaic (SPV) Panels on their rooftops to augment such................
Harness solar energy for domestic consumption-Punjab Gov
TN govt assures payment for Solar power proj
November 23, 2012
There will be a payment support mechanism by way of letter of credit, bid to be on the basis of rate contract
TN govt assures payment for Solar power proj
India needs to focus on renewable energy projects
November 23, 2012
India needs to focus on implementing renewable energy projects and bring down dependence on fossil fuels as the focus will turn towards low carbon economies, according to Dieter Mutz, Director of Indo-German Environment Partnership.
India needs to focus on renewable energy projects
Solar power powers five railway stations in MP
November 22, 2012
Bhopal Rail Divisions five stations, designated as green, are fulfilling their entire electricity requirement through solar power.
Solar power powers five railway stations in MP
Students design solar, wind powered autorickshaw
November 15, 2012
The EEE students of PSNA College of Engineering and Technology, Dindigul, have come up with a novel of idea of designing a hybrid autorickshaw powered by solar and wind energy with the additional support of petrol.
Students design solar, wind powered autorickshaw
Solar lighting products launched in Kerala
November 14, 2012
Solar Plus Power Solutions, a Mumbai-based company, has launched 39 solar energy lighting products in the State.
Solar lighting products launched in Kerala
Sun set to power governor,s house
November 14, 2012
A 30 kilowatt solar power plant will be set up on the premises of the governor,s house at an estimated cost of Rs 1 crore by the Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA).
Sun set to power governor,s house
India 4th in market potential for renewable energy- E&Y
November 8, 2012
India has emerged as the fourth most attractive place globally in terms of its market potential for renewable energy after China, the US and Germany, a Ernst & Young report says.
India 4th in market potential for renewable energy- E&Y
Spanish Firm Gestamp To Set Up 100 MW Solar Plant In TN
November 3, 2012
Spanish engineering and renewables major Gestamp plans to set up a 100 MW solar photovoltaic project in phases in Tamil Nadu, reports said.
Spanish Firm Gestamp To Set Up 100 MW Solar Plant In TN
Voltech, NanoPV venture to build solar module plant near Chennai
October 31, 2012
The Voltech group of Chennai and the US-based NanoPV have joined hands to put up a 100 MW solar module manufacturing plant near Chennai and a solar park near Tuticorin.
Voltech, NanoPV venture to build solar module plant near Chennai
Chhattisgarh aims at Rs 10,000 cr investment in solar energy
October 24, 2012
Chhattisgarh Government has set an ambitious target of attracting Rs 10,000 crore worth of investment in the solar energy sector in the near future. Chief Minister Raman Singh said the government has formulated a clear and comprehensive policy...........
Chhattisgarh aims at Rs 10,000 cr investment in solar energy.
Taj Mahal to get uninterrupted Power Supply from Solar Plant
October 23, 2012
A solar plant will be set up near the Taj Mahal to provide uninterrupted power supply to the heritage monument and areas around it. A proposal to this effect has been approved by the district authorities and Rs 17 lakh will be drawn from the Taj Heritage
Taj Mahal to get uninterrupted Power Supply from Solar Plant.
Tamil Nadu unveils ambitious solar policy to achieve 3 GW Solar Capacity by 2015
October 22, 2012
Tamil Nadu is the next Indian state to introduce a specific solar policy. With the aim of installing three GW by 2015, it is ambitious in its scope. It is also the first policy in India to introduce net metering guidelines.
Tamil Nadu unveils ambitious solar policy to achieve 3 GW Solar Capacity by 2015.
Waaree to invest Rs 8 billion in Indore
October 18, 2012
Mumbai-based energy firm, Waaree Energy is likely to invest a sum of Rs 800 crore in solar energy sector in Indore and its surrounding areas. Once operational, its plant will have a capacity to generate 100 MW of solar energy.
Waaree to invest Rs 8 billion in Indore
Solar Energy can meet India,s Total Electricity Demand - IISc Study
October 4, 2012
According to the study, 4.1 per cent of the total uncultivable and waste land area in India is enough to meet the projected annual demand of 3,400 terawatt-hour (TWh) by 2070 by solar energy alone (1 terawatt-hour per year equals 114 megawatts).
Solar Energy can meet India,s Total Electricity Demand - IISc Study
Solar energy scheme at Thiruvananthapuram jail
October 3, 2012
Rs 7.9-crore solar-energy project has been commissioned at the Central Jail in Thiruvananthapuram. This would make if the first jail in the country to depend entirely on this clean and renewable source of energy.
Solar energy scheme at Thiruvananthapuram jail
German team to gauge West Bengal,s green potential
October 3, 2012
West Bengal is in the process of collaborating with the German state of Hessen to tap the latter,s expertise in the field of renewable energy use.
German team to gauge West Bengal,s green potential
Solar, windmill research project to be launched by Virginia Tech in India
September 30, 2012
A new Virginia Tech research center is set to open later this fall in the state of Tamil Nadu in south India, which will mobilize an engineering team to refine and adapt windmills and solar panels for use in households in rural India.
Solar, windmill research project to be launched by Virginia Tech in India
Solar power for Indore airport in 4 months
September 28, 2012
The Devi Ahilyabai Holkar airport would soon be lit with solar energy. Airports Authority of India (AAI) has received bids for supply, installation, testing and commissioning of 100 kilowatts-peak (KWp) solar photo voltaic power plant at Indore airport.
Solar power for Indore airport in 4 months
Solar power for 25 government schools, 10 hospitals in Delhi
September 24, 2012
The Delhi environment department has identified 25 government schools and 10 government hospitals that will get independent solar power systems. .......
Solar power for 25 government schools, 10 hospitals in Delhi
Punjab govt to generate 400 MW power through solar plants
September 23, 2012
The Punjab Government has set a target to generate 400 megawatt power through solar power plants in the state. The government has recently set up a 1 MW solar power plant at village Phullokhari in Bathinda district at a cost of Rs 13.10 crore.
Punjab govt to generate 400 MW power through solar plants
Bahadurgarh railway station to run on solar energy
September 17, 2012
Solar power panel with a capacity of 20 KW is going to be installed at the station within the next two months....
Bahadurgarh railway station to run on solar energy
Odisha Govt to set up solar power plant at the Sri Jagannath temple premises
September 17, 2012
The state government has decided to set up a solar power plant (at a projected cost of Rs 39.42 lakh) and also air-circulators and air-conditioners at the Sri Jagannath temple premises soon.
Odisha Govt to set up solar power plant at the Sri Jagannath temple premises
Power-starved Bihar lights up with cheap solar panels
September 17, 2012
The flourishing solar market is the result of a grim reality Bihar faces. The state needs 3,500 Mw, but supplies only 1,595 Mw through self-generation and by procuring it from other states, says Rajmohan Jha, deputy director of Bihar Renewable Energy.....
Power-starved Bihar lights up with cheap solar panels
KPMG says rooftop solar power could be a game-changer for India
September 15, 2012
KPMG sees India,s cumulative solar photovoltaic market potential by 2016-17 at around 12,500 megawatts, which would include around 4,000 mw of rooftop market.
KPMG says rooftop solar power could be a game-changer for India
Shoppers Stop turns to solar power to avoid service tax on electricity
September 14, 2012
On the roof of Shoppers Stops first department store in the suburbs of Mumbai, a green initiative is underway in the form of solar panels feeding power to the store...........
Shoppers Stop turns to solar power to avoid service tax on electricity
25 renewable energy firms bid for supplying power to tower firms
September 12, 2012
Telecom Tower companies, including Indus, Bharti Infratel, American Tower Corporation and Viom, had floated a joint proposal for purchase of renewable energy for its telecom towers. ...
25 renewable energy firms bid for supplying power to tower firms
7-crore project for solar street lights in Amritsar
September 11, 2012
Rs. 7-crore project would be taken up in the initial stages to provide solar street-lighting to 70 villages in Amritsar. .........
7-crore project for solar street lights in Amritsar
Bijapur village (Karnataka) to get 500 MW solar park
September 11, 2012
A Solar Park with a potential to generate up to 500 MW of power will be developed near Mannur village in Bijapur district. ........
Bijapur village (Karnataka) to get 500 MW solar park
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September 10, 2012
Golden Jubilee Convocation addressed by PM on 18 August 2012 at IIT Bombay
I am happy that IIT Bombay has made research a priority. I am told that a number of centres in the institute are engaged in research on several important areas. These include the National Centre for Photovoltaic Research and Education, the 1 Megawatt National Solar Thermal Test Facility and the Indo-US Clean Energy Centre for Photovoltaics. I am sure these efforts will result in very useful outcomes.
Solar energy to illuminate 20 RWA offices
September 9, 2012
At least 20 resident welfare offices in the New Delhi district will soon be powered by the sun.
Solar energy to illuminate 20 RWA offices
Solar energy to the rescue of those in the construction sector
September 8, 2012
The need for power is high from the commencement of construction work. However, long hours of power cuts slow down construction activities.
Solar energy to the rescue of those in the construction sector
Anil Kakodkar terms Sun, nuclear power answers to India,s energy needs
September 5, 2012
He also proposed the idea of using solar energy for lighting in rural areas. If this is done, not only will India save on huge subsidies given on kerosene, but emissions polluting the atmosphere will also be eliminated....
Anil Kakodkar terms Sun, nuclear power answers to India,s energy needs
Solar power to light up State streets
September 4, 2012
Speaking at the inauguration of Solarcon India 2012, a solar energy event, being held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), the chief minister said a large number of solar street lights and signals have already been installed within....
Solar power to light up State streets
Ministry to come up with policy for rooftop solar plants
September 4, 2012
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy will soon announce a policy to facilitate the setting up of 10 MW solar photovoltaic power plants on rooftops of buildings.
Ministry to come up with policy for rooftop solar plants
Soon, BEST to power its bus depots with solar energy
August 21, 2012
Taking a leap towards conservation of energy, the BEST has decided to experiment with the use of solar power to provide electricity to its 25 bus depots across the city.
Soon, BEST to power its bus depots with solar energy
Rooftop solar will be the next big thing, say experts
July 29, 2012
Rooftop solar power plants are set to take off in a big way in India, many speakers at Reaction, a conference of the renewable energy industry here, said.
Rooftop solar will be the next big thing, say experts
Gogoi inaugurates solar plant in IIM-Shillong
July 15, 2012
Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi today inaugurated a 50 KWp solar power plant at IIM-Shillong campus to meet the needs of the institute.
Gogoi inaugurates solar plant in IIM-Shillong
Powering parks, walking tracks with solar energy
July 14, 2012
Parks and walking tracks in Guntur are now being powered by solar lighting, as the Guntur Municipal Corporation has begun taking steps towards realising its goal of becoming a solar city in the next few years.
Powering parks, walking tracks with solar energy
Raj to become self sufficient in power sector by 2013
July 14, 2012
Emphasising on Rajasthan,s potential to generate solar energy, state Energy Minister Jitendra Singh today said the state would not depend on anyone for electricity from next year.
Raj to become self sufficient in power sector by 2013
Telcos write to Rescos, offer to take entire wind, solar output
July 9, 2012
Accused of damaging environment with excessive use of diesel generators in hinterlands to run their towers and causing radiation, telcos have written to renewable energy producers (Rescos) offering to draw their complete output.
Telcos write to Rescos, offer to take entire wind, solar output
Indian railways is going green, solar friendly
July 7, 2012
Over 1000 manned level crossing across India will be lit with solar energy lamps in this fiscal year.
Indian railways is going green, solar friendly
Nagaland govt goes big way in installing solar power
July 6, 2012
In the face of erratic electricity supply in the state, the Nagaland government has planned to install solar power facility in most of the directorate building of various departments within this year.
Nagaland govt goes big way in installing solar power
Solar energy lights up Raj Bhavan, the country’s fifth to do so
July 5, 2012
Following on the footsteps of Punjab, Pondicherry, Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Ranchi Raj Bhavan has successfully installed two solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants, 20.9kw and 10kw, on its premises.
Solar energy lights up Raj Bhavan, the country’s fifth to do so
Govt to set up 60 more solar monitoring units
July 5, 2012
The move is aimed at enabling states and developers of solar power projects take investment decisions based on scientific rationale.
Govt to set up 60 more solar monitoring units
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation to use rooftop solar power
July 2, 2012
Three buildings of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation will use solar power to meet their daily energy needs by the end of the year. The pay off period - time to recover investment in the power unit — can be less than two years, claim AMC officials.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation to use rooftop solar power.
Rs 15-cr solar project to boost Delhi power
June 30, 2012
The CPWD has submitted an ambitious Rs 15 crore-project to the Union Government proposing to make these buildings energy efficient, a move that would go a long way in energy conservation and vastly reduce electricity bills.
Rs 15-cr solar project to boost Delhi power
Solar energy project raises hopes for parched villagers in Unnao
June 29, 2012
The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Authority (UPNEDA), in association with a private partner, has installed a solar powered water pump to feed a 2 Lakh Litre capacity water tank.
Solar energy project raises hopes for parched villagers in Unnao
Danish Danfoss invests US$100 million in Indian facility
June 28, 2012
The company wants to invest the money to construct a new research and development facility as well as increase human resources at its production site in Chennai.
Danish Danfoss invests US$100 million in Indian facility
Solar power shines on photo voltaic panel price crash.
June 25, 2012
In recent years, there has been a sharp decline in capital costs for solar PV plants. PV module prices have fallen a sharp 80% in the last five years and 30% during last year alone...
Solar power shines on photo voltaic panel price crash.
Madhya Pradesh to buy 125 MW green power under RPO
June 22, 2012
Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL) is going ahead with a plan to buy 125 mega watt (MW) green energy from two upcoming solar projects in state of as many private companies...........
Madhya Pradesh to buy 125 MW green power under RPO
CARE puts off solar grid parity to 2017
June 21, 2012
Observing that the cost of solar cells had been rapidly declining in the past due to a glut in the market – thanks to overcapacities in China – CARE said that it expects a slowdown in the price-fall, mainly because the cost of ‘balance of systems’ .......
CARE puts off solar grid parity to 2017
Kalka-Shimla heritage toy train gets solar lighting system
June 20, 2012
In a first of its kind, engineers of Indian Railways have pioneered solar lighting system in the heritage toy train that runs on the narrow gauge from Kalka to Shimla in Himachal Pradesh.
Kalka-Shimla heritage toy train gets solar lighting system
BHEL to make solar cells at Sakoli
June 20, 2012
In the first phase, BHEL will set up a fabrication unit at an estimated investment of Rs 1000 crore.
BHEL to make solar cells at Sakoli
Indians feel solar adoption should be faster: Survey
June 19, 2012
The survey was conducted in China, India, Japan and the US and at least 1,000 people were interviewed in each country.
Indians feel solar adoption should be faster: Survey
India’s JNNSM: Projects under batch II are a "risky" proposition
June 13, 2012
The organization stated that falling photovoltaic module prices and overcapacity "led by Chinese module suppliers" have impacted heavily on capital costs for projects.
India’s JNNSM: Projects under batch II are a "risky" proposition
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) planning to harness solar power
June 6, 2012
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is planning to tap solar power to help generate renewable energy. Based on its success, DMRC plans to harness solar energy further through its Phase III structures.........
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) planning to harness solar power
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation goes green, taps solar power for electricity needs
June 5, 2012
Pushing its endeavour to become an environment-friendly civic body, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has floated tender to install solar power electrical system at Sardar Patel Building – AMC’s main building at Danapith.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation goes green, taps solar power for electricity needs.
Kerala state electrionics corp to make a big entry into solar power
June 3, 2012
Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation (KELTRON) is set to make a big entry into the manufacture of solar inverters and power controllers catering to off-grid and on-grid electricity requirements.
Kerala state electrionics corp to make a big entry into solar power
Solar RECs listed on Power Exchange for first time
June 1, 2012
In a first, as many as 100 solar renewable energy certificates (RECs) were traded on the Power Exchange of India (PXIL), out of which five were bought at a price of Rs 13,000 per certificate.
Solar RECs listed on Power Exchange for first time
Tribal villages without power connection get solar lamps
June 1, 2012
Realising the difficulties of the inhabitants of these villages, Friends of India-Chennai, a Swiss organisation partnered with Seb,s Projects India, a Vellore-based non-governmental organisation (NGO), had donated 70 solar powered lamps worth Rs.2,500...
Tribal villages without power connection get solar lamps
Firms bet on solar power
May 31, 2012
With India’s total installed solar power capacity about to touch 1,000 mega-watts (MW), corporate houses including Tata, Mahindra and Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group are betting big on solar power.
If you live in a highrise, solar panel is must.
May 29, 2012
West Bengal State Govt. has approved the policy for power generation from Renewable Energy sources in the state, which makes it compulsory for multi-storey buildings to have solar panels installed on the rooftops.
If you live in a highrise, solar panel is must.
Solar Power Plants in Kashmir
May 29, 2012
Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah and Union minister for new and renewable energy Farooq Abdullah today inaugurated a 18-KW Solar Power Plant at Sub-District Hospital at Charar-i-Sharief in Budgam district.
Solar lights to brighten Sainik School campus
May 26, 2012
Kittur Rani Channamma Residential Sainik School for Girls (KRCRSSG) of Kittur in Bailhongal taluk, is shortly going to have an integrated solar campus, under Soura Belaku Yojane of the rural development and panchayat raj department.
Solar lights to brighten Sainik School campus
Uttar Pradesh allots Rs. 270 crore for solar-powered rickshaws
May 26, 2012
The state government of Uttar Pradesh (UP) has decided to go green, and in that regard it has planned to make an initial provision of Rs 270 crore in the upcoming budget for solar-powered rickshaws.
Uttar Pradesh allots Rs. 270 crore for solar-powered rickshaws
Damodar Valley to replicate Gujarat,s canal-top solar plant
May 22, 2012
New and Renewable Energy Minister Farooq Abdullah on Monday said the solar power plant atop a water canal in the state has shown the nation the way and it will be replicated by Damodar Valley Corporation.
Damodar Valley to replicate Gujarat's canal-top solar plant
Haryana Raj Bhawan to get power from solar plant
May 18, 2012
The Raj Bhavan in Haryana has commissioned 45 kW grid interactive solar PV power plant in its premises for power supply during the day at a cost of Rs 72 lakh with complete financial assistance from Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
Haryana Raj Bhawan to get power from solar plant
Welspun to invest $225mn to develop a 125MW solar project in Madhya Pradesh
May 16, 2012
Welspun Group, the country,s largest solar power developer, has won a 125 MW solar photovoltaic project in Madhya Pradesh. Welspun bid Rs 8.05 per unit to bag the 125 megawatts (MW) out of 200 MW that was auctioned by the Madhya Pradesh government
Welspun to invest $225mn to develop a 125MW solar project in Madhya Pradesh
India reaches 979 MW of grid-tied PV
May 11, 2012
On May 11th, 2012, India,s MNRE reported to the nations parliament that India has installed 979 MW of grid-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) and concentrating solar power (CSP) plants to date, 655 MW of which is located in the state of Gujarat.
India reaches 979 MW of grid-tied PV
Welspun Group, Alpha Lead Bidders in Indian State Solar Auction
May 14, 2012
Welspun (WLCO) Group, Indias largest solar photovoltaic developer, and Alpha Infraprop Pvt. led with the lowest bids in an auction for 200 megawatts of solar capacity in the central state of Madhya Pradesh, a government official said.
Welspun Group, Alpha Lead Bidders in Indian State Solar Auction
Large solar units not a solution to power scarcity, says Hande
18 Jan 2012
Magsaysay Award-winner Harish Hande said on Tuesday that large solar power generation units were not a solution to the problem of power scarcity.
Large solar units not a solution to power scarcity, says Hande
Coimbatore Corpn. begins efforts to tap solar energy
18 Jan 2012
The Coimbatore Corporation is moving towards the status of a “Solar city”, which is aimed at reducing the conventional energy consumption by a minimum of 10 per cent at the end of five years, through a combination of enhancing supply from renewable energy
Coimbatore Corpn. begins efforts to tap solar energy
Chemtrols Solar successfully commissions a 1 MW Solar PV project in Gujarat
18 Jan 2012
Chemtrols Solar has commissioned and synchronized with the grid, a 1 MW Solar PV Power Plant on 31st December 2011 at Patdi, District Surendranagar in Gujarat.
Chemtrols Solar successfully commissions a 1 MW Solar PV project in Gujarat
Solarsis, Abound Solar Unveil 1 MW Solar Project in India
Jan 14,2012
A 1 MW solar photovoltaic plant has been commissioned in Kadiri, Andhra Pradesh, India. Solar Integration Systems India (Solarsis) and Abound Solar, a manufacturer of thin-film photovoltaic modules, have announced the commissioning, which happened on Janu
Solarsis, Abound Solar Unveil 1 MW Solar Project in India
Auto Expo 2012: M&M plans solar charging stations
Jan 10,2012
Home-grown automobile major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is looking at solar-powered charging stations to fuel electric cars.
Auto Expo 2012: M&M plans solar charging stations
MPIL Steel offers turnkey solutions for rooftop solar power systems
Jan 9,2012
MPIL Steel Structures Ltd will offer turnkey solutions to install rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) power systems on pre-engineered buildings.
MPIL Steel offers turnkey solutions for rooftop solar power systems
Adani Power to invest Rs 3,000 cr in solar power
4 Jan, 2012
Adani Power plans to invest Rs 3,000 crore in two years to add 160 megawatt (Mw) solar power to its exisisting capacity.
Adani Power to invest Rs 3,000 cr in solar power
Street lamps in 14 towns to switch to solar energy
4 Jan, 2012
Electricity Minister Aryadan Mohammed has said that 14 selected municipalities in the State will soon switch over from conventional electricity to solar energy to light their street lamps.
Street lamps in 14 towns to switch to solar energy
Energy efficient offerings shine at Intersolar 2011
3 Jan, 2012
Intersolar India 2011 held at Mumbai saw a gamut of products and solutions from ABB for the Indian solar market.
Energy efficient offerings shine at Intersolar 2011
Su-Kam executes Solar Project at the Gates Institute of Technology, Gooty, Andhra Pradesh
2 Jan, 2012
One of its most significant solar projects has been enabled by Su-Kam for an entire educational institution, the Gates Institute of Technology, an engineering college for 1400 students
Su-Kam executes Solar Project at the Gates Institute of Technology, Gooty, Andhra Pradesh
GAIL, Mahindra, Welspun to develop solar PV projects
2 Jan, 2012
NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN) expects to sign power purchase agreements with 22 companies by January-end to develop 350 MW of grid-connected solar photovoltaic energy
GAIL, Mahindra, Welspun to develop solar PV projects
APGenco commissions 1 MW solar PV unit
December 31, 2011
APGenco has announced the commissioning of a 1.0 MW photovoltaic cell-based solar power plant at Priyadharsini Jurala Hydroelectric Project on Thursday.
APGenco commissions 1 MW solar PV unit
Guj to have 300 MW of solar power by Dec
December 12, 2011
ven as Gujarat looks to become solar capital of the country, more than 50 per cent of the power purchase agreements (PPAs) signed for over 900 Mw are likely to miss the commissioning deadline of December 31, 2011
Guj to have 300 MW of solar power by Dec
IIM Shillong goes Eco Friendly, practices sustainability through solar panels
December 10, 2011
Continuing on its path of sustainability, IIM Shillong has solar panels of 50kW capacity installed to meet the electricity and power needs of the campus.
IIM Shillong goes Eco Friendly, practices sustainability through solar panels
Tapan Solar Energy begins module production in India
December 9, 2011
apan Solar Energy has begun manufacturing crystalline PV modules in India. Trading under the name Elecssol and based out of Rajasthan,
Tapan Solar Energy begins module production in India
Moser Baer invests US$1 billion in project pipeline expansion
December 8, 2011
India’s Moser Baer Clean Energy is preparing to invest US$1 billion in installing projects totalling 300MW in 2012
Moser Baer invests US$1 billion in project pipeline expansion
Solar Projects For Historical Monuments - MNRE
Nov 26,2011
he Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is implementing a Scheme on demonstration of renewable energy systems including solar energy systems at places of national and international importance including historical monuments
Solar Projects For Historical Monuments - MNRE
48 Solar Cities To Be Developed In India As Per MNRE
Nov 26,2011
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy proposes to develop 60 cities as solar cities
48 Solar Cities To Be Developed In India As Per MNRE
SunEdison puts seven India projects on the block
Nov 25,2011
SunEdison, a solar power developer and a subsidiary of the US poly-silicon major MEMC, is looking to sell 49 per cent stake
SunEdison puts seven India projects on the block
Solar Products in Kolkata
Nov 28,2011
Solar energy is hot, in more than one sense. Everyone knows it’s the future. But sitting in Calcutta, how to touch that future? Where are the products? Where are the stores?
Six cities in state to get solar tag be developed as solar cities
Nov 28,2011
o promote renewable energy and reduce green house gas emissions, the ministry of new and renewable energy proposes to develop 60 cities as solar cities, including six in Maharashtra - Nagpur, Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, Aurangabad, Nanded and Shirdi
Six cities in state to get solar tag be developed as solar cities
Saving on light, fuel Technopark to go more green
Nov 22,2011
Technopark, reputedly among the greenest IT parks, has implemented its first renewable energy project — a solar powered street lighting system in its campus here.
Saving on light, fuel Technopark to go more green
Allocation of 400-MW grid-linked solar projects to start in six months
Nov 23,2011
Grid-connected solar power generation is set to get a boost in Karnataka in about six months as the State is expected to start allocation of 400-MW grid-connected solar power generation projects by then.
Allocation of 400-MW grid-linked solar projects to start in six months
State’s first solar-powered campus coming up in Thiruvalla
Nov 23,2011
State’s first solar-powered campus, perhaps the first one of its kind in the whole country, is coming up in Thiruvalla.
State’s first solar-powered campus coming up in Thiruvalla
Solar Energy Park in Bangalore!
Nov 23,2011
As you enter the Indira Gandhi Memorial Fountain premises on Chowdiah Road, you realise there is an additional feature to attract visitors there — a solar energy park.
Solar Energy Park in Bangalore!
Tata Steel and Dyesol enter next phase of DSC production
Nov 23,2011
Tata Steel and Dyesol are continuing with their progress on the production of what they hope will be the world’s largest dye solar cells modules (DSC).
Tata Steel and Dyesol enter next phase of DSC production
Crunch time for India’s solar industry
Nov 23,2011
It is a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma. Winston Churchill was referring to Russia, but his much-reused quote could just as easily apply to India’s nascent solar industry
Crunch time for India’s solar industry
Asia-Pacific to install 4.8GW in 2011
Nov 22,2011
An end-of-year surge in the number of utility-scale PV installation in China and India will result in installed capacity for 2011 in the Asia-Pacific region reaching 4.8GW
Asia-Pacific to install 4.8GW in 2011
Mysore steps closer to being solar city
Nov 17,2011
Renewable energy initiatives under the solar city project are expected to be launched here before March 2012, as the project plan is being finalised
Mysore steps closer to being ‘solar city'
Solar power at Rs 5 a unit could be possible by 2015
Nov 16,2011
Plummeting prices of polysilicon, a raw material used in solar modules, could make power from solar photovoltaic plants as cheap as Rs 5 a unit or less by 2015 against Rs 12 a unit estimated now.
Solar power at Rs 5 a unit could be possible by 2015
Green Infra Completes First 10-Megawatt Solar Plant in India
Nov 16,2011
Green Infra Ltd., a renewable energy project developer backed by India’s Infrastructure Development Finance Co., completed its first solar plant
Green Infra Completes First 10-Megawatt Solar Plant in India
Stage set for work on solar-powered green houses for the rural poor
Nov 14,2011
Construction of solar-powered green houses for the rural poor is likely to commence in Madurai district by the third week of November.
Stage set for work on solar-powered green houses for the rural poor
India to Become Anchor of Global Solar Demand
Nov 3,2011
Thanks to Indias National Solar Mission, which includes a feed-in tariff, it is setting the stage for a boom in solar
India to Become Anchor of Global Solar Demand
Solarcon to focus on widening value chain
Nov 3,2011
Solarcon India 2011, the third edition of the countrys largest solar energy focused event organised by SEMI India will focus on the theme of widening the solar industry value chain.
Solarcon to focus on widening value chain
Q-Cells Builds Superlative Photovoltaic Power Plant
Nov 03,2011
Q-Cells SE, one of the leading photovoltaic companies in the world, is building Europe largest solar park and continuing its 2011 success story in the large-scale photovoltaic applications business. The solar park being built in Brandenburg-Briest will ha
Q-Cells Builds Superlative Photovoltaic Power Plant
Karnataka cancels 18 grid interactive solar projects
October 27,2011
The Karnataka government’s ambitious plan to generating 200 Mw power from the solar photovoltaic power projects has suffered a setback with the Union ministry of new and renewable energy (MNRE) rejecting the proposal to grant subsidy for 18 projects from
Karnataka cancels 18 grid interactive solar projects
Solar Park at Garden of Five Senses to be re-energized
October 31,2011
The Solar Energy Park at the Garden of Five Senses that has been non-functional since 2007, is now in line for revival
Solar Park at Garden of Five Senses to be re-energized
Need for right kind of energy mix: Tata-BP Solar CEO
October 28,2011
The RBI should create a separate window for financing renewable energy projects, says Tata-BP Solar CEO
Need for right kind of energy mix: Tata-BP Solar CEO
Ahead of Diwali, TERI’s Solar Lanterns Light up Lives of Under-Privileged Children of Gyan Shakti Vidyalaya in NOIDA
October 24,2011
Taking forward TERI’s ambitious global initiative “Lighting a Billion Lives”, DR R K Pachauri, Director General, TERI today distributed 30 more solar-powered LED lanterns to the under-privileged children of Gyan Shakti Vidyalaya
Empowering low-income families
October 24,2011
Harish Hande could teach a lesson or two to the government agencies in India. He understands that rather than reducing the cost and quality of products, there is a need to look at creative ways
Empowering low-income families
Mahindra to enter solar energy
October 22,2011
he $12.5 billion Mahindra group is diversifying into solar energy through its in-house private equity arm Mahindra Partners.
Mahindra to enter solar energy
Finally, MC team visits Thane over solar city project, submits report
October 24,2011
After conducting several meetings on the solar city project, a team of stake holders for the Ludhiana solar project visited Thane Municipal Corporation, Thane, Maharashtra
Finally, MC team visits Thane over solar city project, submits report
Discoms eye solar power
October 23,2011
Power discoms are eyeing solar power. Tata-backed NDPL, which supplies power to north and northwest Delhi,
Spire delivers 25 MW solar PV module assembly line to India
Oct 21,2011
Spire Corporation is providing a 25 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) module assembly line to Sonali Energees Pvt Ltd in Gujarat, India.
Spire delivers 25 MW solar PV module assembly line to India
Solectria Expands into India and China
Oct 20,2011
Solectria Renewables, LLC,a leading PV inverter manufacturer, announced today that it will expand its manufacturing operations into India and China as both countries announce significant growth opportunities for commercial and utility scale photovoltaic p
Solectria Expands into India and China
SunBorne Partners With IPP Eoxis Energy For Solar Project In Gujarat
October 19,2011
olar projects developer SunBorne Energy has joined hands with Europe-based IPP Eoxis Energy for executing a 15 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) project being built in Gujarat
SunBorne Partners With IPP Eoxis Energy For Solar Project In Gujarat
Moser Baers next target-Establishing 300MW of solar power
October 19,2011
Cheaper power thats the mantra of Moser Baer here- Gunthawada, Gujarat
Moser Baer's next target? Establishing 300MW of solar power
Solaria Introduces High Performance Solar Module
Oct 17,2011
Solaria Corporation, a global manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, today announced a new 270 Watt solar module designed and optimized for industrial and utility-scale tracking applications. Shipping today, the 1 x 1.9 meter frameless module feature
Solaria Introduces High Performance Solar Module
AEG Power Solutions and Electrotherm end solar businesses joint venture on poor demand
October 17, 2011
Amsterdam-based AEG Power Solutions and power systems maker Electrotherm have decided to terminate their agreement to combine their solar businesses in India, citing poor demand.
AEG Power Solutions and Electrotherm end solar businesses joint venture on poor demand
Himalayas: Best place to harness solar power
October 15, 2011
Researchers in Japan claim the Himalayas have a large potential of photovoltaic (PV) electric power generation from sunlight that can supply energy to India and China.
Himalayas: Best place to harness solar power
Moser Baer starts 30MW solar plant
October 14, 2011
Close on the heels of commissioning 30 MW solar project in Gujarat, Moser Baer on Friday said it will set up another 65 MW in the state this fiscal year
Moser Baer starts 30MW solar plant
MahaGenco solar plant runs into forest dept hurdle
October 14, 2011
The 125-MW Shivajinagar Sakri solar plant, one of the largest solar projects in the country, under construction at Dhule in northern Maharashtra, is in jeopardy.
MahaGenco solar plant runs into forest dept hurdle
Reliance, Tatas among 150 in race for solar photovoltaic projects
Oct 16,2011
Over 150 companies have evinced interest in developing large solar photovoltaic projects of up to 20 MW. These include Reliance (Anil Ambani Group), Lanco, Moser Baer and the Tatas.
Reliance, Tatas among 150 in race for solar photovoltaic projects
Sonali Energees selects Spire for 25MW PV module turn-key assembly line
Oct 13,2011
Sonali Energees Pvt. Ltd., a vertically integrated photovoltaic, or PV, manufacturer, has selected Spire Corporation, a solar company providing capital equipment and turn-key manufacturing lines to produce PV modules, to provide a 25MW PV module turn-key
Sonali Energees selects Spire for 25MW PV module turn-key assembly line
Spire to Deliver 25MW Solar PV Module Assembly Line to India
Oct 12, 2011
Spire Corporation, a global solar company providing capital equipment and turn-key manufacturing lines to produce photovoltaic (PV) modules, and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) integration services for solar systems, announced today it has
Spire to Deliver 25MW Solar PV Module Assembly Line to India
Green Energy for Sri City: BELECTRIC installs India first solar power plant with First Solar thin-film technology
Oct 10,2011
Sri City (India)/Kolitzheim (Germany): BELECTRIC Photovoltaic India, a subsidiary of the global market leader BELECTRIC, connected India first solar power plant in Sri City (Andhra Pradesh province) with First Solar thin-film technology to the grid. The p
Intel Capital To Invest US$20 Million In Six Indian Technology Startups- DURON Energy
Oct 5,2011
DURON Energy is a manufacturer and distributor of affordable consumer solar power products designed for off-grid use in emerging markets. Current products from DuronTM include Duron Pro, Duron Breeze and Duron Mega, all-in one portable solar photovoltaic
Intel Capital To Invest US$20 Million In Six Indian Technology Startups- DURON Energy
How Is the Solar Industry Really Doing?
Oct 4,2011
How is solar really doing as an industry? Is it contributing to energy supply in the U.S. and globally? Does it have a promising future, or is it a bubble industry inflated by government subsidies and bandwagon investors?
How Is the Solar Industry Really Doing?
Applied Materials to provide solar and LED lighting systems to 1,000 households in India
Sept 26, 2011
Applied Materials Inc. (Santa Clara, California, U.S.) announced a program to provide access to solar photovoltaic (PV) and LED lighting systems for 1,000 households and ten schools in villages in India at the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting in N
Applied Materials to provide solar and LED lighting systems to 1,000 households in India
India latest country to benefit from online solar planning tools
Sept 22, 2011
Solar photovoltaic developers in India, one of the most recent and potentially largest markets to join the solar revolution, can now better plan their arrays using SolarGIS, GeoModel Solar cutting-edge online solar resource suite.
India latest country to benefit from online solar planning tools
DTU students develop solar car for race in Oz
Sept 18,2011
Solar car, named Avenir, was developed by 14 B Tech students over a period of eight months; it has a top speed of 85 km/hour
DTU students develop solar car for race in Oz
Jyoti Structures Bags Rs.551 Cr. Contract For Solar Power Plant
Sept 16,2011
Jyoti Structures Ltd. said its joint venture company had bagged a contract for Rs.551 crore from Godawari Green Energy Ltd. to set up a 50-MW concentrated solar thermal power plant in Jaisalmer
Jyoti Structures Bags Rs.551 Cr. Contract For Solar Power Plant
Luminous Power Technologies launched LED based solar lighting for rural India
Sept 14,2011
Luminous Power Technologies Limited, provider of power backup solutions for home, commercial, telecom towers & renewable energy systems has launched LED (light emitting diode) based Solar Lighting Solution, a low cost solution for rural home lighting requ
Luminous Power Technologies launched LED based solar lighting for rural India
Solar Mission-No takers for TEDAs offer for guidance
Sept 16,2011
An offer made to potential solar power developers in Tamil Nadu by the Tamilnadu Energy Development Agency (TEDA) to “help you understand the finer points” of the recently-announced guidelines of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, drew a blank
Solar Mission: No takers for TEDA's offer for guidance
Indosolar in talks with China GCL for $2 billion solar deal
14 Sept 2011
Indian solar photo-voltaic (PV) cellmaker Indosolar Ltd is in talks with Chinese polysilicon maker GCL-Poly Energy Holdings to tie up a new 4-year solar wafer supply deal, which could be worth up to $2 billion, its chief executive told Reuters on Wednesda
Indosolar in talks with China GCL for $2 billion solar deal
LED Solar Home Lighting Systems - MNRE Specifications 2011
10 Sept, 2011
Broad performance specifications of a W-LED light source based solar home lighting system
LED Solar Home Lighting Systems - MNRE Specifications 2011
L&T bags order from Reliance Power
9 Sept,2011
L&T officials today confirmed to Business Line that the company has won the order from Reliance Power for executing a part of the 100 MW solar PV plant at Pokaran in Rajasthan.
L&T bags order from Reliance Power
Solar power rate to come down by 2013
5 Sept,2011
The cost of power from solar lanterns is likely to come down by 2013 from Rs 11 per unit to the rate at which conventional electricity is generated, the Rajya Sabha was informed.
Solar power rate to come down by 2013
Moser Baer commissions 5-MW solar park in UK
7 Sept, 2011
Moser Baer Clean Energy Limited (MBCEL) has commissioned a 5 MW solar park at Trefullock, Southern England, UK
Moser Baer commissions 5-MW solar park in UK
Thai delegates seek investment prospects in state
9 Sept,2011
A high-powered delegation of the Thailand Board of Investment is currently visiting Rajasthan to explore investment opportunities in the state
Thai delegates seek investment prospects in state
Solar energy yet to take off in Bihar
August 30,2011
ower-starved Bihar is yet to take off in solar energy.
Solar energy yet to take off in Bihar
Karnataka for a major push on solar power
August 30,2011
The Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL), a state-owned nodal agency for promotion of renewable energy, has floated a request for proposal (RFP)
Karnataka for a major push on solar power
Solar fencing for jumbos
August 30,2011
The Ganjam administration on Tuesday decided to build solar fencing to stop migration of elephants
Solar Farming Potential in India
August 26,2011
The newest crop in India could be electricity from the sun. "Solar Farming" can help change Indian energy economy to clean and efficient renewable energy during the day when it is needed the most, create millions of jobs, and could help India to energy in
Solar Farming Potential in India
SEMI India launches Solar PV technical training programmes
August 26,2011
The short course in Jaipur will be the first in a series of courses that SEMI will organize, in technical collaboration with NCPRE (the National Centre for Photovoltaic Research and Education, IIT Bombay) and offer in different centres across the country.
SEMI India launches Solar PV technical training programmes
Indian sun attracts US funding
August 24,2011
Over the last month, the US Administration has shown an interest in working to develop Indian nascent solar industry. In July, the government-owned Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC) earmarked over $520 million for Indian solar projects by end of yea
Indian sun attracts US funding
MNRE supports PV systems for 400 telecom towers
August 24,2011
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) announced that it has supported pilot projects to provide solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for 400 telecommunications towers.
MNRE supports PV systems for 400 telecom towers
Solar Semiconductor to acquire Solar Infra
August 19,2011
Solar Semiconductor, a city-based manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules and system integrators, today said it will acquire Solar Infra, a San Francisco-based PV modules maker, and named Larry Holmberg as its new CEO.
Solar Semiconductor to acquire Solar Infra
Reaching Milestones: Advancements in India Solar Mission
August 19,2011
As India celebrates its 65th Independence Day this week, its dynamic solar mission continues to make progress. India’s solar mission recently crossed its first major milestone as it aims to 20 GW of installed grid-connected solar capacity by 2022. No sm
Reaching Milestones: Advancements in India's Solar Mission
Feasibility Analysis of Solar PV Cell Market In India
August 17,2011
Solar photovoltaic is emerging as a major power source due to its numerous environmental and economic benefits. Installations of PV cells and modules around the world have been growing since 1998 and recorded a tremendous growth till 2009. The annual mark
Feasibility Analysis of Solar PV Cell Market In India
SOLARCON India partners with NCPRE,IIT Bombay to conduct solar training course
August 17,2011
The popular solar energy event SOLARCON India going to be held on November 9-11 at Hyderabad International Convention Centre in Hyderabad, India to feature solar PV technical workshops and certification programs. SOLARCON India is organizing this event in
SOLARCON India partners with NCPRE,IIT Bombay to conduct solar training course
MNRE approves financial closure on 610 MW of PV, CSP projects
August 12,2011
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) announced that 36 solar project developers with power purchase agreements (PPAs) under the latest round of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) have reported financial closure.
India's MNRE approves financial closure on 610 MW of PV, CSP projects
India Plans to Relax Solar Rules
August 11,2011
India plans to make changes to its solar energy program, including relaxing timelines and increasing project sizes, in order to attract larger companies and boost investment in the sector, the renewable energy secretary said Wednesday.
India Plans to Relax Solar Rules
Lanco solar energy plant now powers Parliament House
August 11,2011
The seat of Indian democracy can now claim to have become eco-friendly, at least in part, with power starting to flow from Lanco solar power plant to Parliament House from Tuesday. Lanco Solar, a fully owned subsidiary of Lanco Infratech Ltd, on Tuesday a
Lanco's solar energy plant now powers Parliament House
Solar mission delicately poised in India, needs more props
August 10,2011
According to reports, the ambitious Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission – a programme that is keenly watched by the world – is delicately poised at the moment. There are some issues and the future of the project depends on how they are sorted out.
Solar mission delicately poised in India, needs more props
Anil Ambani to set up solar plants in Rajasthan
August 10,2011
Industrialist Anil Ambani of the Reliance Group is keen on setting up more solar power plants in Rajasthan. Ambani met Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday at his official residence and discussed in detail about setting up of additional solar energy p
Anil Ambani to set up solar plants in Rajasthan
IEC mounted solar system unveiled in Gujarat
August 10,2011
ujarat witnessed unveiling of intelligent energy controller (IEC) mounted on 3.4 KW solar system at Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU), Gandhinagar
IEC mounted solar system unveiled in Gujarat
SEMI partners with NCPRE at IIT Bombay for solar technical training
August 10,2011
The short course is part of a workforce development initiative determined as a priority by the SEMI India PV Advisory Committee to support the solar industry in India and the goals of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission
SEMI partners with NCPRE at IIT Bombay for solar technical training
Spire Establishes Solar Branch Office in India
August 10,2011
Spire Corporation, a global solar company that provides capital equipment and turn-key manufacturing lines to produce (PV) modules, today announced that it has established a wholly owned subsidiary, Spire Solar Technologies Private Limited, that will have
Spire Establishes Solar Branch Office in India
AEG Power Solutions Wins Key Projects in the Indian Solar Market
August 10,2011
AEG Power Solutions (AEG PS) signed with Surana Venture a contract to provide complete balance of electrical systems (inverters, monitoring and measurement equipment) for a 5 MW solar power plant in the Indian state of Gujarath. Since March, AEG PS has be
AEG Power Solutions Wins Key Projects in the Indian Solar Market
ABB India to supply solution for 3 PV solar power plants in Germany
August 5,2011
Swiss engineering group ABB has won an order worth USD 1 billion, its largest ever, to supply a power link connecting wind farms in the North Sea to the German grid. The link will be able to supply more than 1.5 million households with clean wind-generate
ABB India to supply solution for 3 PV solar power plants in Germany
Ib Vogt to provide engineering services for Indian wafer and cell plan
August 3,2011
Ib Vogt GmbH (Berlin, Germany) announced that it has been commissioned by Birla Surya Ltd. (Mumbai, India) to provide engineering services for India first and largest integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturing facility.
Ib Vogt to provide engineering services for Indian wafer and cell plant
Canadian Solar reaches India in 33MW PV module supply deal for 2011
August 1,2011
An India-based solar engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company, Cirus Solar Systems has secured a 33MW PV module supply deal with Canadian Solar for several key projects that has already seen module shipments starting.
Canadian Solar reaches India in 33MW PV module supply deal for 2011
Bangalorean gets Ramon Magsaysay Award
28 July,2011
What started as an experiment to promote a sustainable model for rural electrification has today won Harish Hande the Ramon Magsaysay Award for 2011.
Bangalorean gets Ramon Magsaysay Award
Satcon to supply inverters for 40 MW of Indian PV plants
July 29,2011
On July 26th, 2011, Satcon Technology Corporation (Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.) announced that Wipro EcoEnergy (Bangalore, India) will use Satcon PowerGate Plus 500 kW inverters for 40 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) plants that it is developing in India.
Satcon to supply inverters for 40 MW of Indian PV plants
Major Asia Pacific Photovoltaic Markets to Reach 26% of Global Demand by 2015
July 29,2011
The top five markets in this region—China, Japan, India, Australia, and South Korea—are projected to account for 3.3 GW of demand in 2011, with China and Japan leading the region.
Major Asia Pacific Photovoltaic Markets to Reach 26% of Global Demand by 2015
Satcon Partners with Wipro EcoEnergy for 40 Megawatts of PV Plant Development in India
July 27, 2011
Satcon Technology Corporation(R), a leading provider of utility-scale power conversion solutions for the renewable energy market, today announced that it has been selected by Wipro EcoEnergy for a total of 40 megawatts (MW) of PV plant development over mu
Satcon Partners with Wipro EcoEnergy for 40 Megawatts of PV Plant Development in India
India to Seek Bids for Solar Projects
21, July 2011
ndia plans to call bids in August to set up about 300 megawatts of solar power plants as part of efforts to accelerate the development of renewable-energy projects
India to Seek Bids for Solar Projects
Azure Power secures Ex-Im Bank loan for Rajasthan solar project
18 July,2011
Azure Power has secured a US$16-million long-term loan from the Export-Import Bank of the United States to finance the construction of its 5MW solar system in Rajasthan, India
Azure Power secures Ex-Im Bank loan for Rajasthan solar project
Orissa gets its first solar power plant
July 14, 2011
In a humble yet significant beginning for solar power generation in Orissa, the first solar power plant has been commissioned in the state.
Orissa gets its first solar power plant
Proinso signs 33 MW Indian PV agreement
July 12, 2011
Underlining its commitment to the Indian market, Proinso has signed two new agreements, which will see it supply equipment to photovoltaic projects worth 33 megawatts (MW) in India.
Proinso signs 33 MW Indian PV agreement
350 MW to be installed under Karnataka new solar policy
July 12, 2011
The south-western state of India, Karnataka, has released its new solar policy. Announced on July 1, it is targeting the installation of 350 megawatts (MW) of solar projects by 2016.
350 MW to be installed under Karnataka's new solar policy
Buy Solar Industries; target of Rs 712: Firstcall Research
5 July,2011
Firstcall Research is bullish on Solar Industries India Limited and has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target of Rs 712 in its July 4, 2011 research report.
Buy Solar Industries; target of Rs 712: Firstcall Research
Solar powered ATMs
27 June, 2011
Vortex Engineering, a company focused on developing sustainable products for rural India, decides to develop an ATM to meet this segment’s banking demands. The ATM is powered by solar energy consumes just 4 per cent of the total energy...
IITB Professor in SEMI India PV Advisory Committee
June 23, 2011
SEMI has expanded the SEMI India Photovoltaic (PV) Advisory Committee to include representatives from AES Solar Energy; Department of Energy Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay; Siemens; SunEdison Energy India and Websol Energy
IITB Professor in SEMI India PV Advisory Committee
BHEL bags 5MW solar power plant contract from KPCL
June 20,2011
The Electronics Division of Bangalore based Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited has won a major contract for setting up an eco friendly grid connected solar power plant of 5 MW capacity from Karnataka Power Corporation Limited.
BHEL bags 5MW solar power plant contract from KPCL
India to raise solar cap as high as 25MW for next tender round
June 20,2011
The cumbersome 5MW cap imposed on developers in the first tender round of India’s National Solar Mission (NSM) will be raised to as high as 25MW in the next bidding round.
India to raise solar cap as high as 25MW for next tender round
Solar energy biz hits new frontiers
June 16,2011
he national solar mission is bringing in a whole new set of businesses associated with solar energy. The mission, under which investors bid to build solar power plants...
Solar energy biz hits new frontiers
Indias Moser Baer: solar mainstay for growth
June 16, 2011
Moser Baer India expects its solar power business to generate about two-thirds of its total sales in the next two to three years...
India's Moser Baer: solar mainstay for growth
India looks set to dominate at Intersolar Europe
June 9, 2011
The 20th Intersolar Europe has opened its doors today in Munich. While the trade show floors are still quite empty, word on the street is that, spurred on by China’s progress, India is getting ready to significantly ramp up its photovoltaic market. Automa
India looks set to dominate at Intersolar Europe
Strong Government Support to Drive Indian Solar Energy Market
June 8,2011
Annual PV installed capacity is anticipated to reach around 900 MW by 2013, growing at a CAGR of around 44% during 2010-2013, RNCOS acknowledged.
Strong Government Support to Drive Indian Solar Energy Market
Astonfield, T-Solar partner to build Indian a-Si PV plants
June 8,2011
Astonfield Renewable Resources Ltd. (Kolkata, India) announced that it has entered into a partnership with Grupo T-Solar Global S.A. (Madrid, Spain) to develop and commission solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in India.
Astonfield, T-Solar partner to build Indian a-Si PV plants
Moser Baer reported to have temporarily closed solar cell production plant
June 6,2011
A report from Bloomberg says that Moser Baer has recently closed a solar cell manufacturing plant to carry out upgrades that would result in higher cell efficiencies.
Moser Baer reported to have temporarily closed solar cell production plant
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June 1,2011
Air conditioning in India has not been common due to the extreme demand that it puts on a notoriously unreliable electrical infrastructure. But
Indian Solar Mission on Track, But Needs More Props
June 1,2011
While Indian solar mission to generate at least 1,100 megawatt of power by 2013 is on track now..
Indian Solar Mission on Track, But Needs More Props
Streetlights to be replaced with solar-powered LED lamps
June 1,2011
The Chennai Corporation will soon replace 2,795 streetlights in slums in its nine zones with solar-powered LED (Light Emitting Diode) lamps.
Streetlights to be replaced with solar-powered LED lamps
New power policy may help you install solar panels
June 1, 2011
CHENNAI: The government is likely to come out with a solar power policy aimed at generating about 1,000 MW power by encouraging city residents across the state install solar panels atop their houses...
New power policy may help you install solar panels
Moradabad set to be a solar city
May 27,2011
Moradabad is all set to become the state’s first solar city. The project, supported by the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE),....
Moradabad set to be a solar city
Lanco Solar to build 75 MW Solar PV project in Maharashtra
May 27, 2011
Lanco Solar, a fully owned subsidiary of Lanco Infratech Limited - the fastest growing business conglomerates in India with interests in power, construction & EPC, infrastructure and renewable, today announced “it, in consortium with Juwi Renewable India
Lanco Solar to build 75 MW Solar PV project in Maharashtra
India to add 67,000 MW solar power capacity by 2022
May 9, 2011
Technological breakthroughs and economies of scale will make solar power competitive in six years and help India add 67,000 megawatts of solar generation capacity by 2022 ...
India to add 67,000 MW solar power capacity by 2022
SunBorne, Suntech target India under 100MW solar deal
May 4,2011
Utility-scale solar solution provider SunBorne Energy and Suntech Power have entered into a 100MW solar framework agreement to jointly target projects in India.....
SunBorne, Suntech target India under 100MW solar deal
Su-Kam charged up by UP solar energy sector
May 4, 2011
Power back-up solutions provider Su-Kam Power is looking to tap the uninitiated solar energy sector in Uttar Pradesh. The company, which forayed into the solar energy space over 4 years back, is looking at turnkey projects in Uttar Pradesh and....
Su-Kam charged up by UP solar energy sector
Solar lanterns may light up polling booths
31-March-2011
KOLKATA: As the poll dates get closer, all major power utilities in West Bengal are gearing up to provide uninterrupted service during the crucial phase. At the same time, however, there are plans to light up polling booths in Kolkata with solar lanterns
Solar lanterns may light up polling booths
Australian solar power technology which floats on water wins India trial
30-March-2011
AUSTRALIAN solar power company Sunengy has partnered with Indian power utility Tata Power for a pilot plant of its floating-on-water solar technology.
Australian solar power technology which floats on water wins India trial
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24-March-2011
Abound Solar is making its entrance into the Indian market under a long-term sales agreement with Solarsis.......
Abound Solar closes sales deal with Solarsis, enters Indian market
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21-March-2011
Adding to its presence in Asia with subsidiaries in China, Korea, Singapore and Taiwan, centrotherm photovoltaics has opened its newest subsidiary located in Bangalore, India.
centrotherm photovoltaics opens Indian subsidiary
