Category Archives: DISCOM

RERC orders reducing transmission charges for solar projects

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) has issued an order for reducing transmission charges for inter-state open access solar projects in the state by 50 per cent, Rajasthan Solar Association said today. “This by-far is one of the key enablers implemented … Continue reading →

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Gujarat Solar Policy 2015

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Gujarat Government announced a new solar power policy which seeks to provide incentives to generating units and significantly scale up production from this renewable and clean source of energy. The Energy and Petrochemicals Department brought out the ‘Gujarat Solar Power … Continue reading →

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Telangana solar power: SkyPower offers lowest bid; ACME Group bags 446 MW

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

SkyPower South East Asia has come up with the lowest bid for supplying solar power to Telangana, with an offer of ₹5.17 per unit for one project of 50 MW and ₹5.26 for three projects of 50 MW each.The ACME … Continue reading →

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NTPC to sign fresh PPAs with buyers, bundle thermal, solar in 85:15 ratio

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

NTPC, India’s largest power producer, has decided to sign fresh power purchase agreements (PPAs) with existing customers and bundle thermal power with solar power in 85:15 ratio. According to a directive issued by the power ministry, utilities will have to … Continue reading →

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PUNJAB STATE ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION (PSERC) Determination of generic levellised generation tariff for Renewable Energy Power Projects for FY 2015-16

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Levellised Fixed Cost (₹/kWh) Variable Cost (FY 2015-16) (₹/kWh) Applicable Tariff Rate (₹/kWh) Benefit of Accelerated Depreciation, if availed (₹/kWh) Net Applicable Tariff Rate upon adjusting for Accelerated Depreciation benefit (3-4) (₹/kWh) 1 2 3 4 5 Biomass Power Projects(other … Continue reading →

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Draft MERC (Terms and conditions for determination of Renewable Energy Tariff) Regulations, 2015

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission has prepared draft MERC (Terms and conditions for determination of Renewable Energy Tariff) Regulations, 2015. The proposed Regulations would supersede the earlier Regulations of 2010. The draft Regulations have been placed on the Commission’s websites … Continue reading →

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MERC reduces MSEDCL Power Tariff from 1st June 2015

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Distribution Tariff for Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) – applicable with effect from 1 June, 2015 MSEDCL’s Multi-Year Tariff Petition for the Control Period from FY 2013-14 to FY 2015-16 and determination of Tariff for FY 2015-16 was … Continue reading →

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Punjab Follows in Karnataka’s Footsteps by issuing 1MW upto 2.5 MW at a fixed tariff – DRAFT SCHEME FOR ALLOCATION OF SOLAR POWER PROJECTS TO LAND OWNING FARMERS

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

As provided in the NRSE Policy-2012 and subsequent amendment, this scheme is introduced for allocation of Solar Power Projects to the land owning farmers effective from 1.4.2015. The Government of Punjab endeavors to promote solar energy projects by land owning … Continue reading →

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Joint Regulatory Commission for Goa and Union territories (JERC) has determined the solar tariff for ground-mounted and rooftop solar projects

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Tariff is applicable for projects in the State of Goa and the Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. Click Here for the Full document

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Sunrise sector steers ahead

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

It is the country’s biggest initiative to make the most of sunny days. Initiated as part of the National Action Plan on Climate Change, the Solar Mission has propelled the country to new heights as far as clean energy is … Continue reading →

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TELANGANA SOLAR POWER POLICY 2015

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

APPLICABILITY OF THE POLICY This solar policy shall be applicable for the following solar projects set up within the state- 1) Solar Power Projects (SPPs) a) Grid connected solar power projects based on both Photo Voltaic (PV) as well as … Continue reading →

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PSERC regulations for Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photo Voltaic (SPV) Systems based on Net Metering

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission Notification The 7th May, 2015 No.PSERC/Secy./Regu. 101 – In exercise of powers conferred under Section 181 read with Section 61 and 86(1)(e) of the Electricity Act, 2003 (Act 36 of 2003) and all other powers … Continue reading →

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Biomass Tariff for existing Plants set up to 2008 as per Government of Rajasthan and Government of India Policies

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Tariff for electricity supply to the distribution licensee by Biomass power plants, for which Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) have been executed under GoR Policy of 1999 and commissioned before 30.09.2008 shall be as under: Sr. No. Renewable  Energy  Generation during … Continue reading →

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Why Tesla’s Powerwall is a gamechanger for India

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

(The Tesla Powerwall is a…) Last week’s announcement by serial entrepreneur Elon Musk‘s car company Tesla to launch a home battery that charges on solar power, is in many ways a step that could result in a large scale uptake … Continue reading →

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Central Government notifies the Tariff policy in continuation of the National Electricity Policy (NEP)

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Key highlights related to Renewables 1. No Inter-state transmission charges 2. Generating company proposing to establish a coal/lignite based thermal generating station after a specified date shall be required to establish a renewable energy generating station of at least 10% … Continue reading →

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Telangana cross subsidy surcharge under Sections 39, 40 and 42 of the Electricity Act, 2003 for FY 2015-16

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The Northern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TSNPDCL) and Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TSSPDCL) filed separatePetitions under Sections 64 of the Electricity Act, 2003, before the Telangana State Electricity Regulatory Commission (TSERC or the Commission) on … Continue reading →

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AP boosts Solar Power by applying Cross Subsidy Surcharge (CSS) on all other sources including Renewables

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

AP has made Solar Power the preferred Open Access medium of choice by applying huge CSS on all other types of generation including wind, this is a validation of the need for Solar Power. Cross Subsidy Surcharge for FY2015-16*   … Continue reading →

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ROOFTOP SOLAR GRID INTERACTIVE SYSTEMS BASED ON NET METERING REGULATIONS,2015

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Bihar is now on its way to promoting solar as a rooftop power solution finally, The eligible consumer may install the rooftop solar system under net metering arrangement which, a) shall be within the permissible rated capacity as defined under these … Continue reading →

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Telangana issues RFS for procuring 2000 MW Through Solar Power Plants

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Request for Selection (RFS) document for selection of Solar PV developers in the State of Telangana for procuring 2000 MW through tariff based competitive bidding process RFS (Bid) No. TSSPDCL/01/LTSPP/2015 dated 01 April 2015 Group 1 Bids Bidders injecting into … Continue reading →

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MP Power Management Company releases RFP for 150 MW Solar Power Plants

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

MP Power Management Company Limited. (MPPMCL) invites sealed responses from interested Companies/Partnership Firms/ Limited Liability Partnership and/or Bidding Consortium for Selection of Successful Bidder(s) for setting up of 150 MW of Solar Power Project(s) for supply of solar power for 25 years … Continue reading →

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Maharashtra Solar Policy finally catches up with the rest of India on Solar Rooftops – MERC issues draft guidelines for Rooftop Net Metering

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

PART A – GENERAL General Conditions of Net Metering arrangement 3.1.  Net Metering arrangement shall be permitted by the Distribution Licensee on a non- discriminatory and ‘first come, first serve’ basis to the Eligible Consumer who intends to install a … Continue reading →

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Uttar Pradesh – Request for Proposal (RfP) For Procurement of 215 MW Power From Grid Connect Solar PV Power Projects Through Tariff Based Competitive Bidding Process

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Request for Proposal (RfP) For Procurement of 215 MW Power From Grid Connect Solar PV Power Projects Through Tariff Based Competitive Bidding Process RfPNo: 01/UPNEDS/GRID Connect/RfP/2015 Dated:31.01.2015 Issued By: Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency, (UPNEDA) UPNEDA will … Continue reading →

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In a good start for 2015, CERC sets the Solar REC floor price post Jan 1 2014, to a more acceptable Rs. 3500 / Certificate for sale to Discoms but doesn’t address the faulty trading mechanism

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Various stakeholders had raised concern about the bankability of renewable energy project under REC mechanism because of high risk perceived by the bankers/ financial institutions. The key constraint identified by them was the lack of visibility of revenue under the … Continue reading →

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Haryana makes solar power must for all buildings

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The Haryana government has decided to usher in the New Year with one of the biggest pushes for solar power in the country. The state has made it mandatory for all buildings on plot size of 500 square yards or … Continue reading →

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Indian States Solar Policy Framework for Grid Connected SPV Systems

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Grid Connected SPV Rooftop Systems Policy and Regulatory Framework in Various States (As on 14.11.2014) Sl. No. State (Issuing Authorities) Solar Rooftop Target Metering Mechanism Present Solar Tariff (Rs.) Policy/ Tariff * Validity Capping of System Capacity/ generation Eligibility Incentives … Continue reading →

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Cabinet approves Electricity Bill Amendment including Mega Solar

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The Cabinet has cleared amendments to the Electricity Act to bring in more reforms and increase competition. It also approved an ambitious 20,000 megawatts (MW) solar power proposal, which the government says will help India become a global leader in … Continue reading →

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Karnataka list of bidders with prices for 500MW of Solar Power Plants, lowest successful bid starts from Rs. 6.71 per KWh and highest at Rs. 7.12 / KWp

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

In another validation that Solar prices are now firmly at around Rs. 7 and below, just 8 Karnataka bidders below Rs. 7.12 have succeeded in picking up 500MW of Solar Projects. Click here for the PDF file Karnataka Financial Bid … Continue reading →

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AP announces bidders of 1291MW vs 500MW of allocation for Solar Power Projects

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The lowest tariff quoted was by First Solar Power India Pvt Ltd at just Rs. 5.250 per KWh and the top 14 bidders out of 63 have walked away with 495MW of projects. The reason for the low quotes is the … Continue reading →

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We are Investing in Solar rooftops at Rs. 6 and below per KWh on BOOT basis as well as MW Scale Power Plants

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

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Efficiency Gains Over The Last Decade Saved More Energy Than China Consumed In 2011

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

New data shows that efficiency efforts in advanced countries saved more energy over the last decade than the entire United States consumed in 2011. The raw information was provided by the International Energy Agency’s Energy Efficiency Market Report 2014, the … Continue reading →

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Rajasthan Solar Policy 2014 looking for 25 GWp Solar Capacity

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The Government of Rajasthan launched a new ” Solar Energy Policy-2014″ to pave the way for establishment of 25000 MW solar capacity in the state. The main objectives of the policy are creation of conducive environment for the investors in … Continue reading →

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DERC (Net Metering For Renewable Energy) Regulations, 2014

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Brief Note on DERC (Net Metering For Renewable Energy) Regulations, 2014 1. Net Metering – The Need There is a need to promote Renewable Energy technologies as per EA, 2003, National Action Plan on Climate Change, National Tariff and Electricity … Continue reading →

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CERC announces draft for revamp of Solar RECs in a welcome move to make it bankable

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

CENTRAL ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION NEW DELHI Petition No. SM/016/2014 (Suo Motu) Date of order: 30th September, 2014 Coram:                               Shri Gireesh B. Pradhan, Chairperson Shri M. Deena Dayalan, Member Shri A.K. Singhal, Member Shri A.S. Bakshi, Member ORDER IN THE MATTER … Continue reading →

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Has Germany failed or is this another viewpoint!

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

A new analysis answers the question “should other nations follow Germany’s lead on promoting solar Power?” That question was asked on Quora and answered by Ryan Carlyle, BSChE, and a Subsea Hydraulics Engineer. His detailed and well reasoned answer is … Continue reading →

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MNRE invites proposals for 52MWp rooftop installations on Public Sector Utilities across India through MGAs

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy invites offers/proposals for installation of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Power Plants in various States across the Country under National Clean Energy Funds from the Multi Government Agencies (MGAs) i.e. Govt. Deptts. Govt. Institutions, PSUs & their subsidiaries, DISCOMs, DMRC, National Housing Bank, Commercial Banks, Railways, Army, Financial Institutions/Financial Integrators, etc. in the country. These projects can be installed in the Government / Commercial/ Institutional/ residential buildings located in various States in the country. Continue reading →

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No legal sanctity to Tangedco’s transparent bidding process for power purchase from 52 companies, says TNERC

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The State’s solar mission has come to a nought. The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) has passed an order stating that there is no legal sanctity to the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation’s (Tangedco) transparent bidding process for … Continue reading →

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Karnataka farmers can now generate power & sell it to the grid at a tariff of Rs 9.56 per unit and a tariff of Rs 7.20 per unit on availing of subsidies

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The 15-month-old Siddaramaiah regime has come up with a scheme for the agriculture sector, which if goes according to the script, might turn farmers net sellers of solar power to the grid. The government is geared up to roll out … Continue reading →

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Punjab now approves net metering for Solar – targets 100 MW

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

India’s Punjab state approved a policy allowing businesses and households to earn credits for solar power produced on rooftops as Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks to accelerate installations to combat blackouts. The state cabinet passed a net-metering policy that’s expected … Continue reading →

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Telangana turns to solar power – Issues RFS for 500 MW

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The Telangana government is placing its bets on the sun to help it tide over the energy crisis. With the state enjoying nearly 300 days of sunshine each year, the Telangana southern and northern power distribution companies have decided to … Continue reading →

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MERC finally allows for Solar Open Access in Maharashtra – On Petition filed by M/s Green Energy Association praying for directions against MSEDCL to comply and issue Open Access permissions to the members of the Petitioner

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Before the MAHARASHTRA ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION World Trade Centre, Centre No.1, 13th Floor, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400 005 Tel. No. 022 22163964/65/69 Fax. 022 221639761 E-mail: mercindia@merc.gov.in / mercindia@mercindia.org.in Website: http://www.merc.gov.in / http://www.mercindia.org.in Case No. 44 of 2014 In the … Continue reading →

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Natural Group Presentation at SolarTech – Solar Energy Policy July 2014 – Next Steps for Solar

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Click here for the entire presentation Natural Group_Presentation at SolarTech – Solar Energy Policy July 2014 My presentation at Solartech 2014 encompassed the next steps for Solar in India moving forward. A few suggestions include A. Focus has to be … Continue reading →

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Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission Tariff Order for Wheeling Tariffs for Distribution Business

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

The filings for approval of Aggregate Revenue Requirement (ARR) and Tariff proposals for the Wheeling Charges of Distribution business for 3rd control period (from FY 2014- 15 to FY 2018-19), made on 4th December, 2013, by the four (4) Distribution … Continue reading →

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Understanding Energy Challenges in India – World Bank Report

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Below are the graphs from the report which explains the energy scenario, challenges and needs for Indian Energy Generation Click here for the full report

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Improve discoms’ health to attract investments in power : World Bank

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Electricity distribution to the end consumer in India needs reform in order to achieve the target of electricity to all by 2019, says the World Bank. A World Bank study has termed distribution utilities as the weakest link of the … Continue reading →

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Finally government acknowledges efficiency is the solution and not price hikes for the power sector

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Click here for my article that details the losses of Rs. 75,000 Crores but inept Discoms.  This does not even include the power plant efficiencies. Next Steps for the Indian power industry Minister for power, coal and renewable energy Piyush … Continue reading →

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APTEL judgement on Indian Wind Energy Association Vs. 1. Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission 2. Gujarat Energy Development Agency 3. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited 4. Madhya Gujarat Vij. Co. Ltd. 5. Dakshin Gujarat Vij Co. Ltd. 6. Uttar Gujarat Vij Co. Ltd. 7. Paschim Gujarat Vij Co. Ltd. 8. Torrent Power Limited, Ahmedabad 9. Torrent Power Limited, Surat 10. Kandla Port Trust 11. MPSEZ Utilities Pvt. Ltd. 12. M/s. Jubilant Infrastructure Pvt. Limited 13. M/s. Synefra Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd. 14. M/s. Torrent Energy Limited – 25-Apr-2014

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Summary of APTEL findings on Appeal no. 24 of 2013 & IA no. 39 of 2013: i) Appeal filed by the association of wind energy project developers against the impugned order of the State Commission allowing relaxation in Renewable Purchase obligation … Continue reading →

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Solar Power: Cost of production dropped 60%; price to equal thermal power’s in three years

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Earlier this month, when Madhya Pradesh accepted the bid of Himgiri Energ y Ventures to supply solar power to the state grid at Rs 6.5 a unit, it was a figure to note even by the industry’s standards of smashing … Continue reading →

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The top 5 trends in India on Energy

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

1. There isn’t enough coal to supply India’s need for the next decade 2. Clean Energy is the next evolution which has come of age with Solar energy generation now equivalent to Thermal 3. Nuclear isn’t going to solve even … Continue reading →

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Renewable energy market share climbs despite 2013 dip in investments

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Installed solar jumped 26 percent — from 31 Gigawatts in 2012 to a record 39 GW in 2013 — even as investment in solar capacity decreased 23 percent from US$135.6 billion to US$104.1 billion. Renewable energy’s share of world electricity … Continue reading →

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10 Huge Lessons We’ve Learned From Solar Power Success In Germany

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Ritesh: While this article is dated Early 2013, it provides us an insight into the scare mongers especially Discoms who claim that Solar will disrupt existing power infrastructure whereas in truth Solar is an excellent energy security and distributed method … Continue reading →

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