Guide to solar development under PM-KUSUM Scheme
Achieving and maintaining a capacity utilization factor (CUF) of 19% over 25 years without deration is feasible through careful selection of high-efficiency, low-degradation solar panels, and implementing robust design, maintenance, and monitoring strategies. By following the guidelines provided in this article, developers can ensure compliance with PM-KUSUM scheme and achieve sustainable, long-term performance of their solar power plants.
Grid upgrades needed to support Asia Pacific’s renewable energy expansion
A regional grid would allow the region to share excess renewable energy and facilitate the importing of renewable energy to meet domestic decarbonization goals in economies with limited renewable resources.
Optimizing solar investments
In India’s quest for a sustainable energy future, solar asset management emerges as a key to optimizing investments, ensuring reliability and maximizing productivity.
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy revenue up 51% YoY
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy has reported consolidated revenue of INR 3,035 crore in FY 2024, 51% up year-on-year. The company’s unexecuted order book surpassed INR 8,000 crore.
NTPC launches 1 GW wind-solar hybrid tender
The prospective developers will set up wind-solar hybrid power projects, connected to the interstate transmission system, to supply the power generated to NTPC.
O&M strategies to improve efficiency of solar assets
People, equipment, construction and technology best practices can optimize performance.
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy closes Q3 FY24 with five project wins totalling over INR 2,400 crore
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy’s gross unexecuted order value as on Dec. 31, 2023 stood at INR 8,750 crore.
Drones vs. aircrafts for PV plant inspection
Scientists in Italy have investigated the performance of drones and a human-crewed airplanes for carrying out aerial infrared thermography inspections on PV power plants. According to their findings, airplanes may be more cost-effective.
Mahindra Susten receives ‘Water Positive Certification’ for operating solar portfolio
As per TUV India’s evaluation, Mahindra Susten’s operating renewable energy portfolio of more than 1.5 GW commands a score of 15 (Positive) on the Water Footprint Index implying that water recharged is 15 times over what was consumed.
Rain insufficient for removing tree pollen from solar panels
An analysis by NREL in North Carolina reveals that various types of tree pollen can reduce solar panel efficiency by over 15%. Unlike the immediate improvements assumed to follow heavy rain, recovery of performance post-pollen season is gradual. Manual cleaning post-rain can boost performance by 5% to 11%.
