India has set ambitious targets for renewable energy generation and is pushing towards meeting these goals. To achieve this, India is now looking at grid-scale energy storage systems. Recently, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has invited tenders for a 20 MW (AC) solar PV power plant with 20 Read more…
The world is gradually shifting towards renewable energy sources, and there is a growing need for grid-scale energy storage systems to help integrate these sources into the electricity grid. The government of India has recently come up with multiple tenders on grid-scale energy storage from SECI, indicating the country’s focus Read more…
In February 2022, Torrent Power, one of the leading power distribution companies in India, announced an investment of Rs 1.63 billion in Visual Percept Solar, a solar power developer. This investment is aimed at enhancing Torrent Power’s renewable energy portfolio and reducing its carbon footprint. Visual Percept Solar is a Read more…
In March 2022, ThomasLloyd Group, a global investment and advisory firm specializing in sustainable infrastructure, announced an investment of $34.6 million in SolarArise India, a leading solar power producer in India. This investment is aimed at supporting SolarArise’s growth and sustainability initiatives in the renewable energy sector. SolarArise India is Read more…
In April 2022, Linde India, a leading industrial gases and engineering company, announced an investment of Rs. 114 million in Avaada MHYavat, a subsidiary of Avaada Energy, one of India’s leading renewable energy companies. This investment is aimed at supporting Avaada MHYavat’s growth and sustainability initiatives in the renewable energy Read more…
Raising debt for solar projects in the Indian market can be a daunting task. Solar projects require a considerable amount of upfront capital investment, and banks are hesitant to lend without adequate collateral. Moreover, with the volatile nature of the solar industry and uncertainty over government policies and regulations, banks Read more…
Step-by-Step Approach to Raise Private Equity Investments The process of raising private equity investments for renewable energy projects in India involves the following steps: Identify Potential Investors: Conduct research to identify potential investors who are interested in investing in renewable energy projects. Develop a Business Plan: Develop a comprehensive business Read more…
Solar energy projects require significant investments, and while traditional funding options like debt and equity remain popular, alternative funding options are emerging as attractive alternatives for investors. In this article, we will explore alternative funding options available for solar projects and the exit opportunities they provide for private equity players. Read more…
India’s commercial and industrial (C&I) sector is rapidly adopting solar energy as a means of reducing energy costs and meeting sustainability goals. The sector has seen significant growth in recent years, with solar rooftop installations and open access power purchase agreements (PPAs) becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we will Read more…
As India continues to embrace solar energy as a sustainable and cost-effective solution, the market for rooftop solar power purchase agreements (PPAs) has grown significantly. With government initiatives and incentives, companies across various industries are turning to rooftop solar to meet their energy requirements and reduce their carbon footprint. This Read more…