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Indian Biogas Association Bats For Rs 30,000 Cr Investment For Compressed Biogas Plants

While the Union Budget 2024 made significant progress towards renewable energy, some significant obstacles remain The Indian Biogas Association has proposed a significant investment of Rs 30,000 crore to procure machinery and equipment essential for biomass supply to compressed biogas plants, aiming to slash LNG imports by 12 MMTA. Gaurav Kedia, Chairman of the Indian […]

Study Identifies Nematode Species That Protect Crops Without Pesticides

Researchers have found a microscopic worm species that kills and infects insects  The worms are called nematodes, they can manage crop pests in warm, humid environments where other potential nematodes do not currently thrive. The study was published in the Journal of Parasitology. These worms have the ability to manage crop pests in warm, humid […]

U.N. Report Reveals Declining Trend In Nearly Half Of The World’s Migratory Species

The study underscores how habitat loss and other threats along migratory routes contribute significantly to dwindling populations A new United Nations report released on Monday highlights concerning trends for migratory species worldwide. The report highlights that nearly half of the world’s migratory species are facing declines, attributed to various threats including habitat loss, illegal hunting […]

Apraava Energy Expands Low-Carbon Portfolio Through New Transmission Project Victory In Madhya Pradesh

This marks the third transmission project win for Apraava within the past year, indicating a significant stride in advancing its low-carbon business Apraava Energy, a prominent integrated energy solutions provider, has recently clinched a new greenfield interstate transmission project in Madhya Pradesh through the Government of India’s Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process. This project encompasses […]

US India Business Council To Help India Catalyse Energy Transition

The US-India energy corridor is diverse, strong, and ambitious and represents tremendous opportunities for public and private sector partnerships between the two countries “USIBC members are ready to collaborate on state-of-the-art projects and foster innovation that can help catalyse energy transition in India, the United States, and around the world. The US-India energy corridor is […]

Supply Chain Disruptions Hobble India’s Clean Energy Initiatives

Despite India’s impressive solar and wind power capacity growth between 2008 and 2022, fossil fuel lobbying and scepticism about renewable energy’s reliability persist Renewable projects in India, a vital component of the country’s climate objectives, have encountered delays and uncertainties in 2023. An Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis report reveals that India fell […]

Waters Bill Amendment Decriminalises Minor Violations

The amended version of the Act would apply to Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and the Union Territories The Lok Sabha has okayed The Water Amendment (Pollution and Prevention) Act 2024, clearing its passage into a law that significantly amends the Water (Pollution and Prevention) Act 1974. It decriminalises minor violations and replaces the penalties of imprisonment […]

Solar Energy: India Finds A Place In The Sun

The government’s objective is to achieve an installed capacity of 500 GW from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030, following the Prime Minister’s announcement at COP-26 in Glasgowd India has enormous potential for solar energy, estimated to be 748 GWp, as reported by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE). This estimation is based on data […]

UP Unveils Mega Green Hydrogen Plan To Fuel Sustainable Growth

Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis using renewable energy, holds the promise of zero carbon emissions   In a significant move towards sustainable development, Uttar Pradesh plans to install a green hydrogen production capacity of one million tonnes per annum (MTPA), generating approximately 120,000 jobs. The step aligns with the state’s commitment to environmental sustainability and […]