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Clean energy Is The Only Option, Says VP Dhankhar

India’s journey towards sustainability and innovation is reaching new heights as key institutes lead the charge in developing advanced technologies that align with the Government of India’s vision of Viksit Bharat, net-zero emissions by 2070, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Addressing a gathering at a prominent research institute, the Vice President lauded the […]

Village Social Transformation Foundation Gets Rs 11.8 Cr Boost

The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding in the presence of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and CMD-Mr N Ramaswamy, GIC Re. Under the General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re), CSR initiative to fund ‘Mission Mahagram’, the MOU was signed between the Village Social Transformation Foundation(VSTF) and the General Insurance […]

Google.org supports Indian Innovators In Building Climate Resilience

Supported by a USD 5 Million grant from Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, the APAC Sustainability Seed Fund 2.0 by Asian Venture Philanthropy Network (AVPN) has selected four India-based organizations, INREM Foundation, CEPT Research and Development Foundation (CRDF), Institute for Financial Management and Research (WELL Labs), and Gujarat Mahila Housing Sewa Trust (MHT), among 14 others […]

AR, VR Make Sustainability Education More Engaging, Impactful: Blue Planet Skill’s Mehrotra

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are revolutionising the way we approach education, particularly in complex and critical areas like the circular economy. These technologies offer a unique ability to immerse students in real-world scenarios, making abstract concepts tangible and engaging, said Harsh Mehrotra, CEO and Co-Founder of Blue Planet Skills in an interview […]

India Surpasses Emission Intensity Target, Eyes Net-Zero By 2070: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh

India has already surpassed its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target for reducing emission intensity, originally set at 33 per cent by 2030, according to Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, Minister of State, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Speaking at the Assocham Environment and Carbon Conference, Singh highlighted the government’s active role in achieving net-zero […]

Gen Z: Eco-Warriors

As the world grapples with the escalating challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, a new breed of eco-warriors is emerging from the ranks of the workforce — Gen Z. In a time when the global community is increasingly focused on the critical issues of climate change and environmental sustainability, a new cohort of employees […]

India-US Discuss Collaboration in the Energy Sector

The Centre held a productive talk with a United States delegation led by John Podesta, Senior Advisor to the President for International Climate Policy. Union Minister for Power Manohar Lal represented India. In this Discussion power minister stressed India and US strong bilateral partnership, highlighting the shared commitment to a ‘clean’ energy future that fosters […]

India Signs Agreement To Export Green Ammonia to Japan, Strengthening Global Green Energy Ties

In a major boost to India’s green energy sector, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi chaired the signing of the country’s first-ever agreement to export Green Ammonia to Japan. This milestone marks a significant step in India’s ambition to become a global leader in the production of green hydrogen and ammonia. The […]

RECPDCL Transfers Rajasthan Power Transmission Project to Apraava Energy

REC Power Development and Consultancy (RECPDCL), a subsidiary of REC under the Ministry of Power, has officially transferred the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for the Rajasthan IV-A Power Transmission project to Apraava Energy (AEPL). This project is a key initiative to facilitate the evacuation of power from the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Zone Phase IV, located […]

Honeywell Starts Energy Management System for Mid-market Hotels To Boost Efficiency

Honeywell has unveiled INNCOM Direct, a new energy management system designed to enhance energy efficiency in mid-market hotels through automation. This move aligns with Honeywell’s focus on three major trends: automation, energy transition, and sustainability. INNCOM Direct addresses a significant challenge in the hotel industry, where more than 30 per cent of U.S. hotel rooms […]