IRENA Welcomes EU’s Decision on RE Target
Adnan Z Amin, Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has welcomed the European Union’s (EU) decision to increase its renewable energy target from 27 per cent to 32 per cent by 2030.
RB signs 1st PPA in India for 100% Renewable Electricity Plant
RB, (erstwhile Reckitt Benckiser), one of world’s leading consumer health and hygiene company, is proud to reveal the commission of its first solar powered factory in India, in the city of Mysore as part of Project Greenathon.
Building Energy’s Pact with SA Energy Ministry
The projects will reduce CO2 emissions in excess of 526.700 tons and will create over 6.014 new jobs during the construction.
ADB, FSM launch Renewable Energy Facilities in Yap
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) recently, inaugurated renewable energy facilities in Yap that will strengthen energy reliability and security in the sparsely populated and remote island group of the FSM.
Yingli signs contract with Jenner Renewables
According to the agreement, the project is divided in 2 phases: Cluster 1 includes 4 PV plants and the construction will begin in February 2018 with expected operation by June 2018; Cluster 2, including 8 PV plants, will begin by the completion of Cluster 1.
EU Doubling Renewables by 2030
New IRENA report outlines how increasing share of renewables to 34% can boost economy, and help meet emission reductions goals...
Renewable Energy Scenario in Karnataka
Improvements in Renewable Energy technologies and overcoming the challenges related to it, is the need of the hour and Karnataka has been in par with other cities when it comes to these two factors. With its wide availability of resources, it has been able to keep the biomass- cogeneration high but other growth in other resources was slow…
IREDA bagged CBIP Award
IREDA has been conferred with CBIP award for ‘Outstanding Contribution for Development in Renewable Energy'.
MoU on India-Italy cooperation in Renewable Energy
The MoU was signed on 30th October, 2017 at New Delhi.
Renewable Energy Investment across India Gets US$ 400 Million Boost
It will be supported by US$ 200 million from the European Investment Bank, alongside financing from YES BANK, project promoters and other financial institutions.
Wärtsilä to increase the share of renewables in Jordan
This is the first Utility Scale PV Solar Plant signed by Wärtsilä globally. NEPCO (National Electrical Power Company) is the offtaker of the solar plant and will be responsible for constructing the interconnection facilities.
Efficient Energy Consumption & Economic Growth
There is a need to navigate the energy transition for sustainable growth in socio-economic aspects of the country. Though the energy consumption per GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is higher, production of valuable goods is quite low in the country which shows that there is a need to improve the end-use efficiency. …
Fujitsu Joins RE100, a Global Renewable Electricity Initiative
RE100 aims to have companies use 100 per cent renewable energy for the electricity they consume.
CleanChoice Energy Launches Renewable Energy Broker Program
The new program allows energy brokers and consultants to make CleanChoice’s 100 per cent regional solar and wind power and CleanChoice Energy Community Solar products available to both their business and non-profit customers.
Power Scenario in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is one of the early achievers of 100% village electrification and has the largest wind and solar power generation capacity across the country. The state has been maintaining almost 24 hours power supply to all consumers.
Renewable Power Scenario in Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir is a region with immense potential for renewable energy projects. Considering the region’s vast potential to harness renewable resources and to promote clear energy, investment in this sector promises high returns.
Rural Electrification: Energising Villages
“It is home where he has opportunities to grow physically, mentally, intellectually and spiritually. Right to shelter, therefore, includes adequate living space, safe and decent structure, clean and decent surroundings, sufficient light, pure air and water, electricity, sanitation and other civic amenities like roads etc. …….” - — Chameli Singh Vs State of UP (1996)-2 SCC 549 - Aqeel Ahmad
“Growth in renewable energy is further expected to multiply”
India has significant expertise and manufacturing operations strengthening it as a potential hub for renewable energy, hopes Amit Kumar, Partner, Energy & Utilities, PwC while giving a glimpse of Indian Renewable Energy Sector during an e-mail interaction with Electrical India...
Towards Securing Energy Security in India
Renewable energy sources and technologies have potential to provide solutions to the energy problems faced by the developing countries like India. These technologies have long been recognized as an important part of the solution to address energy security concerns... - Dr. Naveen Kumar Sharma, Anuj Banshwar, Dr. Yog Raj Sood
How & Where Are We Going?
Our government has formulated an Integrated Energy Policy (IEP) document that gives a roadmap to develop energy supply options and increased exploitation of renewable energy sources. This article tries to explore how far our power industry is aligned to the global trend… - P K Chatterjee
