REIL tenders for supply of 4.6W solar cells
Jaipur based Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited has invited bids for supply of 10,00,000 quantities of 4.6W multicrystalline silicon solar cells. Bidding closes on September 19.
IEEFA: India needs a multi-technology approach to renewables integration
In addition to accelerated deployment of battery based energy storage systems, the country needs to look at a combination of technologies to manage peak electricity demand whilst maintaining grid stability at least overall cost.
Himachal Pradesh signs MoUs worth Rs1000 crore to set up solar plants
Projects with a total capacity of 250 MW—by Renew Energy and CSE Development—will be set up over land identified in Una and Kangra districts of the state.
NHPC tenders 2 GW grid-connected solar projects across India
The projects—to be set up on ‘build-own-operate’ basis—will be awarded through bidding followed by reverse auction with tariff ceiling fixed at Rs2.95/kWh for 25 years. Bidding closes on September 25.
Uttar Pradesh tenders 16 MW of ‘Capex mode’ rooftop solar
Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) has invited bids for the setting up of about 16 MW of ‘Capex mode’ grid-connected rooftop solar power plants on government buildings in the state. Bidding closes on September 23.
Dutch government treats 21 municipalities to smart EV chargers
Vehicle-to-grid functions could soon become increasingly important. While policymakers discuss the necessary regulations in other nations, the Netherlands government is motoring ahead with the technology.
Rajasthan eyes 50 GW of solar within six years
The state plans to achieve half the amount by 2021-22 under its new draft solar policy. The package also suggests establishing a research hub, privately financed solar parks and encouraging commercial self-consumption of clean energy.
Tata Chemicals launches Li-ion battery recycling operations
Pilot-scale operations at a facility near Mumbai successfully recycled the spent Li-ion batteries. The company seeks to eventually scale up the capacity to recycle 500 tonnes of spent Li-ion batteries.
SECI retenders 97.5 MW rooftop solar projects for government buildings
Global bids are invited for RESCO and CAPEX mode grid-connected projects to be set up in different states and union territories of India. The projects shall be eligible for achievement-linked incentives. Bidding closes on September 30.
Bihar tenders 4 MW grid-connected floating solar projects
Of the total capacity, 2 MW is to be set up over a government water body at North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited Circle in Dharbanga, while another 2 MW shall come up over any private water bodies in the state. Bidding closes on September 12.
