The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy has reduced geopolitical risks, as renewable resources are more widely available across the world, leading to localised generation and reduction in energy imports. However, this has not […]
Energy efficiency is a crucial element of energy policy, facilitating a reduction in energy consumption, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and yielding economic benefits. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in India has been a leading […]
As India continues its rapid economic development, the challenge of balancing industrial growth with environmental responsibility has become increasingly important. The country’s manufacturing and heavy industries, while crucial for economic progress, are also significant contributors […]
India’s ambitious climate goals require meticulous economic planning and budget allocation for the policies formulated to promote renewable energy uptake. To this end, the government’s interim budget, announced in February 2024 established the groundwork for […]
Access to reliable energy is essential for the economic development and social well-being of all communities and individuals. Despite various initiatives, Indian villages still struggle with inadequate power supply, frequent load shedding and poor electricity […]
The growth of India’s renewable energy sector depends on specific segments that have either not taken off or have experienced slow progress. Fortunately, these segments have received government attention and policy impetus in recent months. […]
By Srijan Naayak and Disha Sirohi India’s urban transportation sector is at a crucial turning point as it strives to achieve its net-zero carbon emissions target by 2070. Electric buses (eBuses) are central to this […]
The pumped storage segment has received significant focus over the past few years, with the announcement of conducive policies and a surge in interest from public and private companies. This interest can be mainly attributed […]
India’s power demand has been growing rapidly, keeping pace with economic activity and industrial growth, as well as for meeting its energy needs in the prevailing heatwave. On May 30, 2024, the country met the […]
By Sarthak Takyar With a long coastline and numerous high potential wind sites, India has huge opportunities to set up offshore wind projects. Unfortunately, however, this segment remains largely untapped, with no offshore wind project […]
By Sarthak Takyar The green hydrogen and green ammonia market in India has witnessed significant policy developments since the launch of the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). The high level of industry enthusiasm makes the […]
By Akanksha Chandrakar As the country shifts towards cleaner energy sources and energy demand rises, hydropower, especially pumped storage, is gaining significant traction, particularly for enhancing system flexibility. Hydropower plays various roles such as peak […]
By Sakshi Bansal The Green Energy Open Access (GEOA) Rules, 2022, announced by the government in June 2022, are crucial for achieving India’s ambitious renewable energy targets. As per the rules, consumers with a connected […]
The uptake of renewable energy projects and the health of the power sector are linked to the wider adoption of smart meters. This can play a key role in efficiently integrating renewable energy into the […]
India’s myriad climate change mitigation initiatives are aimed at achieving the goal of net-zero emissions by 2070. A report titled, “Synchronising energy transitions toward possible Net Zero for India: Affordable and clean energy for all”, […]
The key goal at COP28 to triple renewable energy production by 2030, in line with the Paris Agreement, highlighted the critical role of wind energy in meeting climate targets. This mandate requires countries to come […]
By Lavkesh Balchandani India, with its abundant sunlight and vast agricultural lands, stands at the forefront of a transformative opportunity – harnessing the power of agrivoltaics (APV) to revolutionise its energy and agricultural sectors. It […]
By Sarthak Takyar Minerals are crucial components for technologies such as solar panels, wind turbines, batteries, electrolysers and electric vehicles (EVs), all of which are essential for facilitating the energy transition. However, the supply, demand […]
The maritime industry is characterised by the need to move towards a sustainable, decarbonised and digital journey. The pollution caused by the use of large vessels and the dependence on energy-intensive operations necessitates the ports […]
By Sarthak Takyar India has set a target to increase the share of gas in energy consumption from the current 7 per cent to 15 per cent by 2030. According to the Petroleum Planning and […]
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