Manufacturers of Industrial Cooling Towers, Water Treatment Equipments, Air Pollution Control Equipments and Scale-Ban (Non-Chemical Water Treatment Equipments). CASE Group is currently also putting Turnkey projects in India in the field of Coal Gasifiers, DRI plants, Solar Power Plants and automatic steel rolling mills.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
China Announces New Solar Energy Subsidies
China Announces New Solar Energy Subsidies Posted by Adam Sewall in Friday, December 3rd 2010 under: International Solar, Solar Energy Incentives Tags: china, Coal, Kyoto Protocol
Late yesterday, China announced a new raft of energy subsidies meant to bolster the country’s growing solar energy sector.
As reported by the Associated Press,
Beijing will create 13 industry zones and pay up to half the price of equipment for solar power projects, the Finance Ministry said. It said other costs will be covered by a subsidy of 4 to 6 yuan (60 to 90 U.S. cents) per watt of generating capacity.
The announcement came toward the end of the first of two weeks’ worth of global talks on climate change being held in Cancun, Mexico. China — along with other large developing countries like India and Brazil — has long resisted enacting mandatory targets for reducing emissions of carbon-dioxide and other greenhouse gases. The U.S., too, has avoided adopting mandatory targets by refusing to sign the Kyoto Protocol, the main international framework through which countries negotiate international climate change policy obligations.
Thursday’s news today provided a boost to solar energy stocks, especially those companies expected to benefit from the new subsidies.
Another interesting tidbit included in the announcement: Beijing is aiming to install at least 1,000 megawatts of solar generating capacity each year through 2020. According to the AP, that’s roughly equal to installing two standard coal-fired power plants per year starting in 2013. That’s a good deal of solar power capacity. And China’s goal of deriving 15 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2020 is laudable. But, given that the country allegedly installs a new coal-fired plant each week, it’s clear that solar power’s role in China’s energy future will be overshadowed by that of coal.
http://www.getsolar.com/blog/china-announces-new-solar-energy-subsidies/14760/
Friday, November 19, 2010
India's ONGC to Invest in Renewable Power Research - Power Technology
India's ONGC to Invest in Renewable Power Research - Power Technology
India's Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) will invest INR5bn ($109.4m) on research and development of non-conventional energy sources.
ONGC chairman and managing director R S Sharma told the Business Standard that India has only 0.5% of the world's hydrocarbon reserves and will find it difficult to meet its growing energy demand without utilising alternative and renewable sources.
The firm is currently engaged in tapping non-conventional energy sources like solar, thermal energy, LED (light emitting diode) and fuel cells that emit less carbon.
ONGC has also set up a 150MW wind power plant and has approved the development of another 100MW wind energy plant.
India's Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) will invest INR5bn ($109.4m) on research and development of non-conventional energy sources.
ONGC chairman and managing director R S Sharma told the Business Standard that India has only 0.5% of the world's hydrocarbon reserves and will find it difficult to meet its growing energy demand without utilising alternative and renewable sources.
The firm is currently engaged in tapping non-conventional energy sources like solar, thermal energy, LED (light emitting diode) and fuel cells that emit less carbon.
ONGC has also set up a 150MW wind power plant and has approved the development of another 100MW wind energy plant.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Rajasthan to have 505 mw solar energy projects
Rajasthan to have 505 mw solar energy projects
Rajasthan will have 505 Mw of solar energy projects that is likely to attract investment of Rs 6,000 crore in private sector. The Centre had recently executed tender process to select solar power projects of 630 Mw capacity to be established in the country. Out of this, projects of 505 mw capacity will be set up in Rajasthan alone.
Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has targeted the state to become a hub of solar energy with his government improving the required basic infrastructure.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
30 companies offered PV projects against RFP | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
30 companies offered PV projects against RFP | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Limited on Nov 16, 2010 assessed request for proposal bids and allotted grid connected solar PV power projects to around 30 applicants. The lowest bid was offered by Camlote Enterprises. It offered discount of paise 696. In all 299 companies had participated in the bidding process. The lowest discount offered was 001 paise. Around18 companies had given a discount of 550 Paise and more. And additional 21 companies had given discount between 549 and 500 paise. The last winning bid, by precision technik, had offered discount of paise 515. The bid offered by Sonvadra Vyapar was disqualified due to error in writing.
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NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Limited on Nov 16, 2010 assessed request for proposal bids and allotted grid connected solar PV power projects to around 30 applicants. The lowest bid was offered by Camlote Enterprises. It offered discount of paise 696. In all 299 companies had participated in the bidding process. The lowest discount offered was 001 paise. Around18 companies had given a discount of 550 Paise and more. And additional 21 companies had given discount between 549 and 500 paise. The last winning bid, by precision technik, had offered discount of paise 515. The bid offered by Sonvadra Vyapar was disqualified due to error in writing.
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India's Power finance corp to launch units for 'green' PJT loans | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
India's Power finance corp to launch units for 'green' PJT loans | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
India's Power Finance Corp (PFC, BSE:532810) said it would launch two subsidiaries for consortium lending and funding green energy projects, which would help it in a more focused growth as well as diversification."PFC will be launching two subsidiaries by April. One is for consortium lending and the other will be to fund renewable energy projects. This will be known as PFC Green Energy," said PFC's chief managing director Satnam Singh."Though financial outlays for these two proposed arms are to be finalised, we hope to make them operational by the beginning of the next fiscal year," he added.Singh said PFC will raise additional capital, to the tune of 20 per cent, within a year through an FPO and it has already sought board and shareholders approval for that.The modalities and the issue size will be decided by the power and finance ministries, Singh added.The Indian government owns 89.78 per cent in PFC, with paid-up total capital of Rs 1,147 crore, as of September 30.The Power Ministry is mulling a follow-on public offer of PFC, which could raise around Rs 6,300 crore (US$1.41 billion) by this fiscal year-end. The issue will comprise a divestment of five per cent stake held by the government, along with 10 per cent issuance of fresh equity.
"It is being discussed...," Power Secretary P. Uma Shankar had told PTI earlier this week, adding that fresh equity may be 10 per cent, with five per cent government stake sale.He said the ministry is optimistic about bringing it (FPO) by the end of the current fiscal year."The proposal is on ...we hope to bring the offer by end of this (financial) year."Meanwhile, Singh said PFC has signed an MoU with Nuclear Power Corp for debt financing, consultancy services and equity financing to Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd to facilitate its large capacity addition programme, late last month.On the company's interest in getting into banking, he said it is in the process of appointing a consultant for this.Under the liberalised ECB norms, PFC can raise up to US$500 million from overseas, he said. Out of this, it has already raised yen-denominated loans worth Rs 240 million and the rest US$260 million will be mopped during the rest of the fiscal year year.
India's Power Finance Corp (PFC, BSE:532810) said it would launch two subsidiaries for consortium lending and funding green energy projects, which would help it in a more focused growth as well as diversification."PFC will be launching two subsidiaries by April. One is for consortium lending and the other will be to fund renewable energy projects. This will be known as PFC Green Energy," said PFC's chief managing director Satnam Singh."Though financial outlays for these two proposed arms are to be finalised, we hope to make them operational by the beginning of the next fiscal year," he added.Singh said PFC will raise additional capital, to the tune of 20 per cent, within a year through an FPO and it has already sought board and shareholders approval for that.The modalities and the issue size will be decided by the power and finance ministries, Singh added.The Indian government owns 89.78 per cent in PFC, with paid-up total capital of Rs 1,147 crore, as of September 30.The Power Ministry is mulling a follow-on public offer of PFC, which could raise around Rs 6,300 crore (US$1.41 billion) by this fiscal year-end. The issue will comprise a divestment of five per cent stake held by the government, along with 10 per cent issuance of fresh equity.
"It is being discussed...," Power Secretary P. Uma Shankar had told PTI earlier this week, adding that fresh equity may be 10 per cent, with five per cent government stake sale.He said the ministry is optimistic about bringing it (FPO) by the end of the current fiscal year."The proposal is on ...we hope to bring the offer by end of this (financial) year."Meanwhile, Singh said PFC has signed an MoU with Nuclear Power Corp for debt financing, consultancy services and equity financing to Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd to facilitate its large capacity addition programme, late last month.On the company's interest in getting into banking, he said it is in the process of appointing a consultant for this.Under the liberalised ECB norms, PFC can raise up to US$500 million from overseas, he said. Out of this, it has already raised yen-denominated loans worth Rs 240 million and the rest US$260 million will be mopped during the rest of the fiscal year year.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
LDK Solar Wins Patent Award | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
LDK Solar Wins Patent Award | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
LDK Solar Co., Ltd. ("LDK Solar") (NYSE: LDK), a leading manufacturer of multicrystalline solar wafers and PV products, today announced that LDK Solar's patent "Directional Solidification Furnace with Recharging Apparatus for Multicrystalline Silicon Ingot Growth" has won the Excellence Award of the 12th China Patent Award which is the highest award in the patent field in China."Directional Solidification Furnace with Recharging Apparatus for Multicrystalline Silicon Ingot Growth" is a technology and apparatus that can greatly enhance the production throughput of the current directional solidification furnaces. With the proprietarily designed feeding system, more silicon material can be added into the same crucible during and after melting of the original charge. This will help to reduce the cost of ingot production through less consumption of crucibles and energy, and produce higher yield of useful ingots for solar wafers."We are pleased to receive this special award for our patented technology," stated Xiaofeng Peng, Chairman and CEO of LDK Solar. "LDK Solar continues to focus on research and development projects which will improve process technology, reduce manufacturing costs as well as elevate our overall product quality. Our investment in R&D will build LDK Solar as a truly vertically integrated photovoltaic technology company."
LDK Solar Co., Ltd. ("LDK Solar") (NYSE: LDK), a leading manufacturer of multicrystalline solar wafers and PV products, today announced that LDK Solar's patent "Directional Solidification Furnace with Recharging Apparatus for Multicrystalline Silicon Ingot Growth" has won the Excellence Award of the 12th China Patent Award which is the highest award in the patent field in China."Directional Solidification Furnace with Recharging Apparatus for Multicrystalline Silicon Ingot Growth" is a technology and apparatus that can greatly enhance the production throughput of the current directional solidification furnaces. With the proprietarily designed feeding system, more silicon material can be added into the same crucible during and after melting of the original charge. This will help to reduce the cost of ingot production through less consumption of crucibles and energy, and produce higher yield of useful ingots for solar wafers."We are pleased to receive this special award for our patented technology," stated Xiaofeng Peng, Chairman and CEO of LDK Solar. "LDK Solar continues to focus on research and development projects which will improve process technology, reduce manufacturing costs as well as elevate our overall product quality. Our investment in R&D will build LDK Solar as a truly vertically integrated photovoltaic technology company."
Monday, November 15, 2010
Alstom to Retrofit 6 Belchatow Fossil Power Plant
Alstom to Retrofit 6 Belchatow Fossil Power Plant - Power Technology
Alstom will retrofit six units of the 4,460MW Belchatow power plant, the world's second-largest fossil power plant.
The two contracts worth €140m were signed with PGE Gornictwo, which owns and operates Belchatow and several power plants in Poland.
The first contract covers the retrofitting of the turbine island equipment on six units, which includes engineering, supplying and installing high-pressure and intermediate pressure turbines, associated auxiliaries, and a turbine controller.
The second contract will cover retrofitting the units' existing electrostatic precipitators (ESP), which help control particulate emissions levels to as low as 50mg/Nm3.
The retrofit will increase each of the six units' power output by 20MW, enough to power 240,000 additional homes and reduce the specific CO2 emissions by about 600,000t per year.
Alstom will retrofit six units of the 4,460MW Belchatow power plant, the world's second-largest fossil power plant.
The two contracts worth €140m were signed with PGE Gornictwo, which owns and operates Belchatow and several power plants in Poland.
The first contract covers the retrofitting of the turbine island equipment on six units, which includes engineering, supplying and installing high-pressure and intermediate pressure turbines, associated auxiliaries, and a turbine controller.
The second contract will cover retrofitting the units' existing electrostatic precipitators (ESP), which help control particulate emissions levels to as low as 50mg/Nm3.
The retrofit will increase each of the six units' power output by 20MW, enough to power 240,000 additional homes and reduce the specific CO2 emissions by about 600,000t per year.
Friday, November 12, 2010
NTPC to Commission Thermal Power Unit in India - Power Technology
NTPC to Commission Thermal Power Unit in India - Power Technology
India's National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) will commission the first unit of the stage-II expansion project of Simhadri Super Thermal Power Station by March 2011.
NTPC regional executive director (South) Ambarish Nath Dave told The Hindu that the expansion work to double the capacity of the project to 2,000MW would be completed by the end of 2011-12.
Simhadri, the first shore-based power plant, is adding two units each with 500MW in Stage II with an investment of about INR49bn ($1.1bn).
In 2002, two units of 500MW were synchronised.
India's National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) will commission the first unit of the stage-II expansion project of Simhadri Super Thermal Power Station by March 2011.
NTPC regional executive director (South) Ambarish Nath Dave told The Hindu that the expansion work to double the capacity of the project to 2,000MW would be completed by the end of 2011-12.
Simhadri, the first shore-based power plant, is adding two units each with 500MW in Stage II with an investment of about INR49bn ($1.1bn).
In 2002, two units of 500MW were synchronised.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
India's Power finance corp to launch units for 'green' PJT loans | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
India's Power finance corp to launch units for 'green' PJT loans | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
India's Power Finance Corp (PFC, BSE:532810) said it would launch two subsidiaries for consortium lending and funding green energy projects, which would help it in a more focused growth as well as diversification."PFC will be launching two subsidiaries by April. One is for consortium lending and the other will be to fund renewable energy projects. This will be known as PFC Green Energy," said PFC's chief managing director Satnam Singh."Though financial outlays for these two proposed arms are to be finalised, we hope to make them operational by the beginning of the next fiscal year," he added.Singh said PFC will raise additional capital, to the tune of 20 per cent, within a year through an FPO and it has already sought board and shareholders approval for that.The modalities and the issue size will be decided by the power and finance ministries, Singh added.The Indian government owns 89.78 per cent in PFC, with paid-up total capital of Rs 1,147 crore, as of September 30.The Power Ministry is mulling a follow-on public offer of PFC, which could raise around Rs 6,300 crore (US$1.41 billion) by this fiscal year-end. The issue will comprise a divestment of five per cent stake held by the government, along with 10 per cent issuance of fresh equity.
"It is being discussed...," Power Secretary P. Uma Shankar had told PTI earlier this week, adding that fresh equity may be 10 per cent, with five per cent government stake sale.He said the ministry is optimistic about bringing it (FPO) by the end of the current fiscal year."The proposal is on ...we hope to bring the offer by end of this (financial) year."Meanwhile, Singh said PFC has signed an MoU with Nuclear Power Corp for debt financing, consultancy services and equity financing to Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd to facilitate its large capacity addition programme, late last month.On the company's interest in getting into banking, he said it is in the process of appointing a consultant for this.Under the liberalised ECB norms, PFC can raise up to US$500 million from overseas, he said. Out of this, it has already raised yen-denominated loans worth Rs 240 million and the rest US$260 million will be mopped during the rest of the fiscal year year.
India's Power Finance Corp (PFC, BSE:532810) said it would launch two subsidiaries for consortium lending and funding green energy projects, which would help it in a more focused growth as well as diversification."PFC will be launching two subsidiaries by April. One is for consortium lending and the other will be to fund renewable energy projects. This will be known as PFC Green Energy," said PFC's chief managing director Satnam Singh."Though financial outlays for these two proposed arms are to be finalised, we hope to make them operational by the beginning of the next fiscal year," he added.Singh said PFC will raise additional capital, to the tune of 20 per cent, within a year through an FPO and it has already sought board and shareholders approval for that.The modalities and the issue size will be decided by the power and finance ministries, Singh added.The Indian government owns 89.78 per cent in PFC, with paid-up total capital of Rs 1,147 crore, as of September 30.The Power Ministry is mulling a follow-on public offer of PFC, which could raise around Rs 6,300 crore (US$1.41 billion) by this fiscal year-end. The issue will comprise a divestment of five per cent stake held by the government, along with 10 per cent issuance of fresh equity.
"It is being discussed...," Power Secretary P. Uma Shankar had told PTI earlier this week, adding that fresh equity may be 10 per cent, with five per cent government stake sale.He said the ministry is optimistic about bringing it (FPO) by the end of the current fiscal year."The proposal is on ...we hope to bring the offer by end of this (financial) year."Meanwhile, Singh said PFC has signed an MoU with Nuclear Power Corp for debt financing, consultancy services and equity financing to Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd to facilitate its large capacity addition programme, late last month.On the company's interest in getting into banking, he said it is in the process of appointing a consultant for this.Under the liberalised ECB norms, PFC can raise up to US$500 million from overseas, he said. Out of this, it has already raised yen-denominated loans worth Rs 240 million and the rest US$260 million will be mopped during the rest of the fiscal year year.
Concentrator Photovoltaics Technology has Reached Commercialization | Europe | Energetica India
Concentrator Photovoltaics Technology has Reached Commercialization | Europe | Energetica India
Approximately 20 MW of Concentrator Photovoltaics (CPV) systems will be deployed in 2010 and the market is expected to reach a GW level in the next 5 years. With multiple commercial scale power plants connected to the grid in 2010, CPV technology is now ready for take-off.
Organized with the CPV Consortium as the main partner, the 1st EPIA International Conference on Concentrator Photovoltaics took place yesterday in Munich and gathered the most knowledgeable CPV experts to review all aspects of the commercial implementation of CPV solutions.
A high efficient technology entering the commercial and industrial stage
After many years of intense research activities for increasing efficiency, improving reliability and reducing the manufacturing cost, 2010 is a milestone for Concentrator Photovoltaics. Current commercial scale projects demonstrate that the technology has the highest performance in the hot and arid regions of the world. The low temperature coefficient is also crucial for the deployment of the technology in the sunniest places. The module efficiency in current power plants has reached 25-27% and is expected to grow to 30% by 2012.
CPV uses simple materials like glass, steel, silicone and very few semiconductor materials, which helps drive down cost, and all materials are used to their maximum efficiency. “CPV is really unique in a sense that it combines highest efficiencies with lowest cost of materials” stated Hansjörg Lerchenmüller, CEO of Concentrix and a Board Member of the CPV Consortium.
In addition, the technology benefits from a very light environmental footprint due to its low lifecycle CO2 intensity, high recyclability, short energy payback time, very low water consumption, and optimum use of the land.
Capitalising on all of these assets, the first CPV companies entered the commercial and industrial stage with clear support from the financial community. In 2010, many large, commercial CPV projects have been completed and grid connected. One of the speakers at the conference, Mark Crowley, CEO of SolFocus stated that, “Today, CPV has reached the stage of commercialization and is able to deliver on its promise of low-cost, reliable solar-generated electricity.”
Proven reliability in the field and long-term durability
Installation and implementation in the field can be made by the local workforce and with only a few specialists needed, allowing for the creation of local jobs and helping to contribute to the ease of operations. The technology is flexible in size, allowing for commercial installations from 1 MW to 100+ MW, and it is able to be commissioned in phases. “Today, multiple commercial scale CPV power plants world-wide are demonstrating the high reliability in the field, besides the already proven performance achieved during the certification process, which clearly indicates that CPV technology is ready for large scale deployment” said Adel El Gammal, Secretary General of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA).
A massive potential for cost reduction
Today CPV technology is already competitive in high solar resource regions. It is anticipated that this cost will significantly drop as the industry continues to scale up and the further develop the market.
“The main message we wanted to portray is that the CPV industry is commercial and has reached the next level of installation, with the first companies completing megawatt projects” concluded Hansjörg Lerchenmüller.
Approximately 20 MW of Concentrator Photovoltaics (CPV) systems will be deployed in 2010 and the market is expected to reach a GW level in the next 5 years. With multiple commercial scale power plants connected to the grid in 2010, CPV technology is now ready for take-off.
Organized with the CPV Consortium as the main partner, the 1st EPIA International Conference on Concentrator Photovoltaics took place yesterday in Munich and gathered the most knowledgeable CPV experts to review all aspects of the commercial implementation of CPV solutions.
A high efficient technology entering the commercial and industrial stage
After many years of intense research activities for increasing efficiency, improving reliability and reducing the manufacturing cost, 2010 is a milestone for Concentrator Photovoltaics. Current commercial scale projects demonstrate that the technology has the highest performance in the hot and arid regions of the world. The low temperature coefficient is also crucial for the deployment of the technology in the sunniest places. The module efficiency in current power plants has reached 25-27% and is expected to grow to 30% by 2012.
CPV uses simple materials like glass, steel, silicone and very few semiconductor materials, which helps drive down cost, and all materials are used to their maximum efficiency. “CPV is really unique in a sense that it combines highest efficiencies with lowest cost of materials” stated Hansjörg Lerchenmüller, CEO of Concentrix and a Board Member of the CPV Consortium.
In addition, the technology benefits from a very light environmental footprint due to its low lifecycle CO2 intensity, high recyclability, short energy payback time, very low water consumption, and optimum use of the land.
Capitalising on all of these assets, the first CPV companies entered the commercial and industrial stage with clear support from the financial community. In 2010, many large, commercial CPV projects have been completed and grid connected. One of the speakers at the conference, Mark Crowley, CEO of SolFocus stated that, “Today, CPV has reached the stage of commercialization and is able to deliver on its promise of low-cost, reliable solar-generated electricity.”
Proven reliability in the field and long-term durability
Installation and implementation in the field can be made by the local workforce and with only a few specialists needed, allowing for the creation of local jobs and helping to contribute to the ease of operations. The technology is flexible in size, allowing for commercial installations from 1 MW to 100+ MW, and it is able to be commissioned in phases. “Today, multiple commercial scale CPV power plants world-wide are demonstrating the high reliability in the field, besides the already proven performance achieved during the certification process, which clearly indicates that CPV technology is ready for large scale deployment” said Adel El Gammal, Secretary General of the European Photovoltaic Industry Association (EPIA).
A massive potential for cost reduction
Today CPV technology is already competitive in high solar resource regions. It is anticipated that this cost will significantly drop as the industry continues to scale up and the further develop the market.
“The main message we wanted to portray is that the CPV industry is commercial and has reached the next level of installation, with the first companies completing megawatt projects” concluded Hansjörg Lerchenmüller.
Solartys signs MOU with SESI
Solartys signs MOU with SESI | Asia and Pacific | Energetica India
With the purpose of entering into the Indian solar energy market, Solartys has benefited with a direct mission in the country and the signing of a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) with the Solar Energy Society of India (SESI). This agreement will allow both parties to establish close collaboration for the development of joint projects and to create synergies between the industries of Spain and India.
The recent direct mission realized by the Spanish Association for the Internationalization and Innovation of Solar Companies (Solartys) to India has borne its fruits. Besides leading the participation of 13 Spanish companies, - that, with financing of ICEX and CDTI, were able to pay for an interesting agenda of meetings and interviews with the leading companies of the sector. The association has reached an agreement of collaboration with SESI. This agreement materialized with the company/signature of an MOU, on the 28th of October, which means Solartys is able to enter more effectively in the Indian market of solar energy.
SESI is the Indian section of International Solar Energy Society (ISES), a nongovernmental universal organization, founded in 1954 and established in the country in 1976. SESI counts at the moment with more than 2,000 partners, most of which work in the areas of investigation, development, production and programming.
With the company/signature of this agreement by Carlos Vivas, Secretary General of Solartys and by Mr. Ajay Prakash Shrivastava, Chief of the main directorate of SESI, both organizations contribute in the development and the creation of the solar power industry. They are committed to this end, to the maintenance of the cooperation between both countries, for the projection of their industries and implementing joint activities.
Solartys thus consolidate its presence in the solar market of India. In May 2010, Solartys had already signed an agreement of collaboration with the Indian Federation of Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) by means of which both organizations were committed to work in a joint way to facilitate the relationships between companies of both countries.
With the purpose of entering into the Indian solar energy market, Solartys has benefited with a direct mission in the country and the signing of a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) with the Solar Energy Society of India (SESI). This agreement will allow both parties to establish close collaboration for the development of joint projects and to create synergies between the industries of Spain and India.
The recent direct mission realized by the Spanish Association for the Internationalization and Innovation of Solar Companies (Solartys) to India has borne its fruits. Besides leading the participation of 13 Spanish companies, - that, with financing of ICEX and CDTI, were able to pay for an interesting agenda of meetings and interviews with the leading companies of the sector. The association has reached an agreement of collaboration with SESI. This agreement materialized with the company/signature of an MOU, on the 28th of October, which means Solartys is able to enter more effectively in the Indian market of solar energy.
SESI is the Indian section of International Solar Energy Society (ISES), a nongovernmental universal organization, founded in 1954 and established in the country in 1976. SESI counts at the moment with more than 2,000 partners, most of which work in the areas of investigation, development, production and programming.
With the company/signature of this agreement by Carlos Vivas, Secretary General of Solartys and by Mr. Ajay Prakash Shrivastava, Chief of the main directorate of SESI, both organizations contribute in the development and the creation of the solar power industry. They are committed to this end, to the maintenance of the cooperation between both countries, for the projection of their industries and implementing joint activities.
Solartys thus consolidate its presence in the solar market of India. In May 2010, Solartys had already signed an agreement of collaboration with the Indian Federation of Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) by means of which both organizations were committed to work in a joint way to facilitate the relationships between companies of both countries.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Friday, October 1, 2010
CASE BI-ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2010
CASE Biannual Conference September 2010 was held at Corbett Gateway Resort, Jim Corbett, Uttaranchal. The conference was from 26-29 September 2010.
All the delegates assembled at Corporate Office on 26th morning for breakfast and outward journey to Jim Corbett.
After reaching the venue late in the afternoon everyone reported for the traditional night dances in the ethnic dress code. The best ethnic male dress prize was bagged by Mr. Rahuel George and best female ethnic dress prize was bagged by Ms. Anju Soni. Everyone enjoyed Kumauni folk dances and few even danced to the tune. Thereafter two games were played one was Encouragement Game and another one being Bajate Raho. Encouragement game prize was won by Ms. Neha Sood and Mr. Imran Ali Khan.
Next day started at 7 a.m. with adventourous activity called River Crossing. Everyone participated with full zeal and enthusiasm crossing the wild Kosi river underneath on a single rope.
After the breakfast there was a Biannual Cricket Tournament to be played of 10 overs each. Five teams participated and the final winning teams participated and the final winning team players which won in the end were RED team driven by astute & deserving captain Mr. Praveen Kumar. The major role in the final was played by Mr. Rahuel George who got 55 unbeaten runs. Dinner presided by 1 minute game which was professionally managed and conducted by Ms. Anju Soni and her team members Ms. Pooja, Mr. Himanshu Kapoor, Mr. Amit Sankla, Mr. Shivkumar. Tambola was organized and conducted by Ms. Swati Raj Saini & Ms. Meenal Arora.
Next day was kick started by opening address by Mr. Roger Kumar [ Managing Director]. It was followed by technical presentations on SKBIT, Gasifiers, Cooling towers and many more. Best technical presentation award bagged by Mr. Govind Rao of Gasifier team and Ms. Somyata of Extraminds Team. Evening was a CASE TALENT HUNT time where 13-14 teams presented culture program. The event was won by Team of Mr. Sheshnath Mishra, Ms. Meenal Arora, Mr. Praveen Kumar, Mr. Ramanjeet and Mr. Pawan.
Team of Ms Neha Sood, Ms Somyata Sharma and Mr. Sunny Dayal were second. Huge Talent was witnessed during this event which was followed by dances on the tune of DJ. Best dress award were given to Ms. Swati Raj Saini & Ridhi Jain for fancy dress.
Next day was followed by technical conference and in the afternoon it was all over to Extraminds team to give the presentations. Extraminds Portal ( http://www.extraminds.com/Home.aspx ) was formally inaugurated by Mr. Roger Kumar which was followed by a lot of fireworks.
Evening was time for everybody to show their singing talent with guitarist and tabla player. This was followed by DJ music and wild dance by everybody. In the end, the most important awards and certificates were given to all the event winners. The exclusive Mr. CASE award for next 6 months was bagged by Mr. Sahil Chabbra for Extraminds Department. The journey back after midnight was enjoyed with melodious hindi numbers sung by everybody in the bus. The delegates reached home safely with a part of Kamoun beauty and memories lurking in everyone’s heart……..
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Job Opening for the Post of Front Office-cum-Admin Executive at Case Neuberg Solutions, Faridabad
Company Description: CASE NEUBERG SOLUTIONS
Reference Code: CASE/HR/AD/2010
Candidate Designation: FRONT OFFICE EXECUTIVE CUM OFFICE EXECUTIVE
Job Description: ALL WORK RELATED BACK OFFICE AND FRONT OFFICE
Job Location: Faridabad
Candidate Profile: SHOULD BE GRADUATE AND GOOD COMUNICATIONS
Experience: 2 - 3 years
Salary: 6500-12000 per month
Contact Person: NEHA SOOD
Address: CASE NEUBERG SOLUTIONS, 117, Charm wood Plaza, Surajkund,
faridabad
faridabad
Tel: 0129-4266666
Email: hrd@casepl.com / casepl.group@gmail.com
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Post Date: 22-09-2010
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Walk-in Interviews: on saturday(25/09/2010) 11am on above mention address
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Friday, August 20, 2010
CASE CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY 2010
The Independence Day celebration started with cake cutting on 14thAugust 2010. The cake was cut by Mr. Imran Khan (General Manager) as he could not eat the cake because of ‘Ramadan Roza.’
On 15th August 2010 CASE held an open kite flying competition with seven teams, team A to team G. All the team members were excited to fly high to be a winner.
The team A won the competition which consisted of Mr. Roger Kumar, Ms. Neha Sood, Mr. Ramanjeet Singh and Mohd. Naushad Hassan. They won because of exemplary performance of Mohd. Naushad Hassan whose single handed was able to cut two kites one of Mr. Rao and second of Mr. Sonu Pal.LOCATION MAP
CASE ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2010
CASE Annual Conference 2010 was held at Sariska Palace, Alwar (Rajasthan) from 28th to 31st of March 2010.
28th started as an eventful day as everyone gathered at the corporate office to leave for the Venue. Reaching around the late afternoon all rushed into the standard check in procedures and quickly reported to the grounds for the main event of the day “Annual Cricket Tournament”.
An inning of 10 over's per team was good enough for the out of practice world class players. Maximum runs scored by an individual (Mr. Imran Khan) was a mere 48 runs. After a grueling session at the grounds all retrieved to their rooms to welcome the next eventful proceeding of the day “the Traditional regional night”.
Everyone danced to the tunes of the Rajasthani Folk and witnessed some of the most amazing talents of the region.
The evening came to an end around midnight and all were ready for a much needed crash.
The next day started off on a serious note where all discussed the role of various divisions . Presentations were flaunted to apprise all present individuals to make them understand the vision and focus of the Group. This was kicked off by a warm welcome speech initiated by CASE Managing Director Mr. Roger Kumar. Organizational growth, projects, strategies and plans were the points of discussion which lasted till around 6 p.m.
By 9.00 p.m. dinner was served followed by post dinner events. When the clock struck 12.00,Group’s country head Mr. Rahuel George was surprised with a delicious cake ready to be cut as he celebrated his Birthday . He was also given birthday bumps.
Understanding the importance and need for Personality Development, TM and role of EQ and IQ in daily activities, the 30th morning started off in the early hours with a series of outdoor activities . All these were conducted by guest professionals which helped in understanding these aspects. Post the outdoor activities, final day at the conference awaited everyone. Here future planning, strategic and tactical approach to the basic SOSTAC model were discussed. The conference came to an end with a photo shoot followed by a relaxing swim in the pool.
The evening was full of fun and frolic. All danced and tumbled to the Looney tunes of the DJ. More importantly, it was the “Award Giving Ceremony”. Awards were distributed to the winners of the various games and events which took place during the conference. Hard working and noteworthy employees were felicitated with certificates of exemplary performance. The most coveted award of “MR. CASE” was bagged by Mr. Ramashish Yadav of accounts department. 
The wild side of everyone was exposed on the following day. A sleepless night awaited the excursion into the Jungle. It was 6:30 a.m. and all were set for the Jungle Safari. The Jungle was benevolent enough and everyone was able to spot Peacocks, Deer's, Antelopes, Crocodiles, Black bucks….. Unfortunately tigers were shy! Birds showed their affection by picking up pieces of biscuits and bread from the hands of mostly all the safari riders.
Everyone returned to the Palace and a feeling of sadness hovered around each individual. The conference was over and all were to get back to normal grind. All started their journey back and reached homes safely with a part of Rajasthan and its beauty so ever lurking in everyone’s heart…………….
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Japan to Offer Subsidies for Carbon-Offset Projects
The Japanese Government has selected 15 Japanese firms including Toshiba, Tokyo Electric Power and Mitsubishi, to carry out feasibility studies for pollution-cutting projects to earn carbon credits overseas.
The government will provide about JPY500m ($6m) for research into projects aimed at exporting low-carbon technology to developing countries according to Bloomberg, citing the country's trade ministry.
Aiming to reach its 2020 emission targets of reducing emissions by 25%, Japan will seek bilateral agreements to earn carbon credits according to trade ministry director of global environmental affairs Keisuke Murakami.
Japan has planned projects in nine developing countries and has initiated talks with Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines and India for agreements on a carbon-offset mechanism.
Toshiba and Mitsubishi are planning work on geothermal plants in the Philippines and in Indonesia. Nippon Steel has proposed adding energy-conservation technology at a steel plant in India.
Tokyo Electric is considering building a coal-fired power plant in Indonesia.
The government will provide about JPY500m ($6m) for research into projects aimed at exporting low-carbon technology to developing countries according to Bloomberg, citing the country's trade ministry.
Aiming to reach its 2020 emission targets of reducing emissions by 25%, Japan will seek bilateral agreements to earn carbon credits according to trade ministry director of global environmental affairs Keisuke Murakami.
Japan has planned projects in nine developing countries and has initiated talks with Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines and India for agreements on a carbon-offset mechanism.
Toshiba and Mitsubishi are planning work on geothermal plants in the Philippines and in Indonesia. Nippon Steel has proposed adding energy-conservation technology at a steel plant in India.
Tokyo Electric is considering building a coal-fired power plant in Indonesia.
China Receives Bids to Expand Solar Projects
China is using a bidding system for the second time in history for granting concessions to build and run solar energy plants after the first batch was awarded last year.
The 13 concession projects, generating 280MW, almost equals the cumulative installed solar capacity in China in 2009, according to Bloomberg.
The capacity of each project is bigger than independently developed plants that are normally approved, which average about 10MW, and the government has completed preliminary work for each project.
The 13 concession projects, generating 280MW, almost equals the cumulative installed solar capacity in China in 2009, according to Bloomberg.
The capacity of each project is bigger than independently developed plants that are normally approved, which average about 10MW, and the government has completed preliminary work for each project.
India's Solar Opportunities and Challenges | Renewable Energy World
India's Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), a major initiative of the government of India, has set itself a goal of creating an enabling policy framework for deploying 20GW of solar power by 2022. India's objectives and intentions are commendable. Yet, as we have seen globally, once governments announce their intentions to develop a solar incentive program – a variety of interest groups, each with their own agenda, get involved to put their stamp on the policy. The final output of the recently released policy guidelines reflects both the overarching objectives of developing clean solar power, addressing power shortages and stakeholder concessions.This is our preliminary perspective on the recently released guidelines for new grid-connected solar power projects in India. In the future, we will take further in-depth looks at specific policy aspects and India’s opportunities and challenges as the market develops.
PV & CSP Ratio
The JNNSM calls for a total aggregated capacity of 1 gigawatt of grid connected solar projects to be developed under the bundling scheme in Phase-I through 2013. Solar PV technology projects and Solar Thermal technology projects are to be deployed at a ratio of 50:50, in MW terms. This provision is scheduled to be reviewed again in one years time to determine the need for modification............................
PV & CSP Ratio
The JNNSM calls for a total aggregated capacity of 1 gigawatt of grid connected solar projects to be developed under the bundling scheme in Phase-I through 2013. Solar PV technology projects and Solar Thermal technology projects are to be deployed at a ratio of 50:50, in MW terms. This provision is scheduled to be reviewed again in one years time to determine the need for modification............................
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Monday, August 9, 2010
Manufacturers of Cooling Towers - CASEPL
Water is one of the most important resources offered to us by Mother Nature. Due to its abundance availability water finds its use as the cheapest coolant in industrial processes. Our goal lies in conserving this precious resource by reusing and recirculation it when used as a coolant.
Evoporative Cooling Systems operate on the basic fundamental principle of Latent Heat Of Evoporation.In other words when any given liquid evoporates, it carries along with vapor some amount of heat; thus lowering the temperature of the residual liquid. Cooling towers in industry works on the above principle.Water which is being used as a coolant after passing through heat exchange zone gets heated and is made to enter the Cooling device (Cooling Tower). The Cooling Tower is designed to initialize and aggravate the process of evoporation.
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Cooling Towers come in various designs aiming to give maximum results as per site and applicability. CASE manufactures state of the art range of Cooling Towers with respect to applications and site conditions.
Using best of the durable raw material left us short to serve the industry with our best potential. Our consistent and sustained R&D enabled us to introduce brain of the Cooling Tower for the first time in India. The Cooling Tower reads the atmospheric conditions and manipulates the speed of the motor accordingly thus saving enormous power.
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Friday, June 25, 2010
CASE group to build a steel plant in Wardha
It is reported that Faridabad based CASE group is setting up first of its kind direct reduced iron based plant in Wardha in Maharashtra.
The CASE group is introducing the Chinese technology based on static Kiln Birquetted Iron Technology at the Mahalakhsmi TMT Bars Limited at Wardha that has capacity of 800 tonne per day at a cost of INR 125 crore.
Mr Roger Kumar MD of CASE group told Express that the technology involves direct reduction of iron ore fines by coal fines. The plant is expected to come into production by September by 2010.
Mr Kumar said that “Production cost would come down drastically by INR 8,000 per tonne from the present cost of INR 22,000. Wardha Plant has a capacity of 800 tonne per day. So you can calculate how cost effective it would be for the firm.”
Explaining how the new Chinese technology is cost effective for Indian steel producers, Mr Kumar said that several firms are keenly waiting and watching the roll out in September. He added that “We will have huge clientele.”
Mr Kumar pointed out that states like Chattisgarh and West Bengal do not issue licence any more while popular tourist destinations like Goa and Kerala can look forward to adapt this technology as it assures zero pollution.
Wardha plant is being set up based on technology with licence and consultancy with Chinese partner OTSK, Tangshan near Beijing. Currently steel producers in India use DRI method as against other alternatives like electric arc furnace and blast furnace to produce steel. Even though electric arc furnace produce quality steel, it has not much progress as India faces erratic power supply and blast furnace require coke which is imported. The price of imported coke has shot from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 per tonne.
http://www.steelguru.com/indian_news/CASE_group_to_build_a_steel_plant_in_Wardha/152232.htmlThe CASE group is introducing the Chinese technology based on static Kiln Birquetted Iron Technology at the Mahalakhsmi TMT Bars Limited at Wardha that has capacity of 800 tonne per day at a cost of INR 125 crore.
Mr Roger Kumar MD of CASE group told Express that the technology involves direct reduction of iron ore fines by coal fines. The plant is expected to come into production by September by 2010.
Mr Kumar said that “Production cost would come down drastically by INR 8,000 per tonne from the present cost of INR 22,000. Wardha Plant has a capacity of 800 tonne per day. So you can calculate how cost effective it would be for the firm.”
Explaining how the new Chinese technology is cost effective for Indian steel producers, Mr Kumar said that several firms are keenly waiting and watching the roll out in September. He added that “We will have huge clientele.”
Mr Kumar pointed out that states like Chattisgarh and West Bengal do not issue licence any more while popular tourist destinations like Goa and Kerala can look forward to adapt this technology as it assures zero pollution.
Wardha plant is being set up based on technology with licence and consultancy with Chinese partner OTSK, Tangshan near Beijing. Currently steel producers in India use DRI method as against other alternatives like electric arc furnace and blast furnace to produce steel. Even though electric arc furnace produce quality steel, it has not much progress as India faces erratic power supply and blast furnace require coke which is imported. The price of imported coke has shot from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 per tonne.
(Sourced from expressbuzz.com)
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Sunday, March 28, 2010
Friday, February 12, 2010
CASE Norasco Visit to Spain
On February 2010, CASE Group Managing Director Mr. Roger Kumar and Mr. Ajay Goyal from Norasco visited Spain to put a step forward for the ongoing Solar PV project between CASE and Norasco. They made a visit to a large number of Solar PV power plants, manufacturers and other PV facilities in Spain for the provision of 300MW of Solar PV plants in India.
Spain has years of experience in photovoltaic production. It has the most important and dynamic solar energy industries, in terms of volume production, as well as R&D. CASE and Norasco made a number of agreements with the Spanish technology and engineering companies.
In depth study was made on various technologies including mono-crystalline, poly-crystalline, thin films and solar thermal technologies.
CASE is now ready with all engineering and technology to meet Indian Solar PV project requirements.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
CASE INTRODUCES SKBIT PROCESS TO REDUCE IRON ORE IN INDIA
SKBIT Process involves reduction directly from Iron Ore fines to Cold Briquetted Iron using Indian coal fines as the reducer.
Coal gasifiers are used to achieve the heat required for the process. This ensures no pollution and is continuous without any breakdown.
CASE in consultancy with OTSK, China is to install and commission fully automatic PLC controlled 800TPD SKBIT (Static Kiln Briquetted Iron Technology) Process to make CBI (Cold Briquetted Iron) for M/S Mahalaxmi TMT Pvt Ltd., at Wardha, Maharashtra , India
Salient Features of Technology:
· Direct Iron reduction from iron ore fines, thus saving cost.
· No pollution as gasifier gas is used instead of direct coal.
· Static furnace used instead of rotary furnace thus not loosing down time for cleaning and agglomeration .
· carbon percentage in CBI around 0.25%. So no carbon additives necessary for making steel.
· No char separation process required as char is not formed .
· Fe Metallic more than 98% of total metallic in the end product .
· Totally automatic PLC controlled plant.
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