New list to mandate use of locally made solar cells in projects The government is expected to notify the second edition of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM-2) for solar cells within the next 10 days, according to two people aware of the matter. ALMM-2 will specify certified solar cell manufacturers and models […]
Failure to act on UN Cop28 renewables deal risks overshooting 1.5°C target Nearly two years after more than 130 countries pledged at the UN Cop28 summit in Dubai to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, a new report reveals that governments have done little to match ambition with action. A report by UK based […]
Decarbonisation requires an immediate switch to low-carbon steel “Global decarbonisation goals, regulatory pressures, and industrial sustainability objectives are expected to drive India’s demand for green steel to reach 179 million tonnes by 2050,” according to a recent EY-Parthenon study As the steel industry comes under increased scrutiny for its carbon emissions, green steel made with […]
The achievement brings India a step closer to its target of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, in line with its Paris Agreement commitments India has reached a major milestone in its renewable energy journey, with more than 15 GW of grid-connected rooftop solar capacity installed over the past five years. Minister of State […]
Manufactured in Wuhan, China, earth4Earth aims to shift production to the UK by 2026 to minimise the carbon footprint associated with international transport Sheffield-based startup earth4Earth has introduced a pioneering line of eco-bricks that actively absorb and permanently store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere without emitting CO₂ during production. Unlike traditional bricks that require energy-intensive […]
Minister Jitendra Singh says Deep Ocean Mission can drive future economy, hails tech-powered citizen services India sharpened its climate resilience strategy with the launch of 14 major scientific tools and services by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) on its 19th Foundation Day in New Delhi on 28 July 2025. Union Minister of State, Jitendra […]
State delegation explores green hydrogen partnerships, tech transfer to boost clean energy innovation Uttar Pradesh is stepping up its clean energy ambitions through strategic international partnerships, with a high-level delegation currently visiting Japan to explore collaborations in green hydrogen, renewable energy, and advanced mobility solutions. Led by Awanish Awasthi, Advisor to the Chief Minister of […]
Government identifies 77 railway stretches for mitigation, sensor tech, underpasses and official training rolled out A total of 81 elephants died in train collisions across India between 2019-20 and 2023-24. The government informed Parliament on 28 July (Monday). The fatalities reported by states and union territories have prompted intensified efforts by the Ministry of Environment, […]
Financing model applies infrastructure-style lending to voluntary carbon market A USD 210 million carbon removal initiative backed by Microsoft and JP Morgan is set to expand forest-based climate mitigation projects across the United States. The funding, structured as a non-recourse project finance deal, was arranged by carbon removal firm Chestnut Carbon and is being described […]
The 2nd National Scientists’ Round Table Conference (NSRTC 2025), hosted by MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), concluded in Pune this week, bringing together over 70 leading scientists, including 36 recipients of the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar and Padma awards. The three-day event served as a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue on science, technology, and innovation […]
