As on 31.10.2021, the share of solar power installed capacity in the overall electricity capacity is 12.20%, and in terms of electricity mix, it is 4.37% for the year 2020-21. Important steps taken for increasing Solar energy generation in the country: Declaration of trajectory for Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) up to the year 2022; Permitting […]
West Central Railways mulls running trains on solar energy – EQ Mag Pro
The Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited is a joint venture of the solar energy Corporation of India and Madhya Pradesh’s Urja Vikas Nigam. NEW DELHI : West Central Railways has signed Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for 400 MW of solar power for traction utility with the Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited (RUMSL) and the Surge […]
AFSIA recognises innovation in solar energy at 2021 solar awards – EQ Mag Pro
Winners in 15 awards categories of the second edition of the AFSIA Solar Awards 2021 were unveiled last week. Among the 15 categories in the competition this year, the most disputed titles included “C&I Project of the year”, “Solar innovation/technology of the year” and “DFI & Alternative Financing” which is reflective of the increased activity […]
Israel, Jordan, UAE sign pivotal deal to swap solar energy, desalinated water – EQ Mag Pro
Israel and Jordan are on track to swap desalinated water for solar energy after cementing the largest-ever partnership between the two nations on Monday — in a ceremony facilitated by the United Arab Emirates and in the presence of U.S. climate envoy John Kerry. Government officials from Israel, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates signed […]
Petition for approval of rate of Rs.1.75 per unit for purchase of surplus solar energy by Distribution Licensees from Solar Power Capacity – EQ Mag Pro
Petition for approval of rate of Rs.1.75 per unit for purchase of surplus solar energy by Distribution Licensees from Solar Power Capacity. For more information please see below link:
Solving Power Crisis with Solar: Case Study of Lebanon – EQ Mag Pro
The lack of fuel for power stations or diesel for private diesel Gensets has caused severe power outages. These power outages seem to have paralyzed Lebanon and resulted in a crisis situation where businesses are struggling to survive and hospitals are pushed to capacity. Mohamad Mneimneh, Business Development Manager at Mashriq Energy (Lebanon), identified “decades […]
‘Declaring Grid Independence’ with Solar Energy amidst Lebanese Power Crisis – EQ Mag Pro
As the power crisis in Lebanon continues, electricity remains to be luxury for some. The lack of imports and high demand for fuel has caused fuel shortage and forced the Lebanese government to first reduce and then remove fuel subsidy resulting in the failure of public power generation. With Électricité du Liban (Electricity Corporation of […]
Challenges Clouding Solar Energy in Lebanon – EQ Mag Pro
Whilst Lebanon has around 300 sunny days in a year with over 8-9 hours of daily sunlight, the country shows great potential for solar power generation. However, due to some barriers, this natural resource is not utilized to its full potential. In this article, we will elucidate the challenges with respect to solar energy in […]
India at COP26 says its solar energy capacity increased 17 times in 7 years; now at 45 GW – EQ Mag Pro
India on Sunday told the UN climate summit in Glasgow that its solar energy capacity stands at about 45 gigawatts after it increased 17 times in the last seven years, asserting that although the country represents 17 per cent of the global population, its historical cumulative emissions are only 4 per cent. India said this […]
Rays Power Infra plans to Commission 500 MW of Solar Energy in the next 9 months ; promises a progressive and sustainable future – EQ Mag Pro
The brand plans to assist industrial and commercial setups to strikingly reduce power costs, carbon emissions and increase environmental footprint through a considerable source of renewable energy. New Delhi : India is growing aggressively and has moved up to the fourth position in the international renewable energy market. Despite all the achievements in the renewable […]