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Page-3 of Renewable Energy

Renewable energy refers to energy sourced from natural processes. It includes solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. These sources are sustainable and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Renewable energy helps combat climate change. It promotes energy security and economic growth. Many countries invest in renewable technologies. India has made significant strides in this sector. The transition supports a greener future for all.

Achieving Net Zero – A Global Imperative

The urgency to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 becomes increasingly critical. The United Nations has outlined that this requires substantial efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals....

 November 15, 2024

NITI Aayog Launches ASSET Platform for Energy Transition

NITI Aayog has introduced the ASSET platform to facilitate India's green energy transition. This initiative is in collaboration with the Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New...

 November 13, 2024

India’s Renewable Energy Growth and Future Potential

India's renewable energy sector has become a notable success story over the past decade. The country has achieved important milestones in solar and wind energy capacity, recently reaching...

 November 12, 2024

COP29 – Key Issues and Climate Financing Goals

The COP29 summit is underway, focusing on the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) for climate financing. This initiative aims to establish a new annual climate financing target after...

 November 8, 2024

International Solar Alliance – Progress and Challenges

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) was established in 2015 during the Paris climate conference. India, along with several other nations, aimed to promote solar energy, particularly in developing...

 November 8, 2024

Surge in Solar Energy Adoption

As the world confronts the urgent challenges posed by climate change, solar energy has emerged as a very important solution. Recently, a series of reports from the International...

 November 6, 2024

CO2 Mitigation Strategies

The challenge of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions remains a pressing global issue in 2024, particularly in the energy sector. Fossil fuel power plants are under scrutiny due to...

 November 1, 2024

Thottiyar Hydroelectric Project – Innovations in Power Generation

The Thottiyar Hydroelectric Project in Idukki, Kerala, stands as an important advancement in renewable energy for the region. Inaugurated in 2024, this 40-megawatt (MW) facility is notable for...

 October 28, 2024

Climate Change and Emissions Gap 2024

As of 2024, the global community faces a critical juncture in climate action. Despite advancements in renewable energy and electric vehicle adoption, a recent United Nations report indicates...

 October 25, 2024

Climate Finance and Developing Countries

Recently, the global community is gearing up for the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, where climate finance is expected to take centre stage. The...

 October 25, 2024

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