Renew Nov 01, 2016 The Indian power sector has been advancing on the technological front India at present is more dependent on fossil fuels to power its fast growing economy. Compared to developed nations India has not fully explored its hydro power potential and its share in the generation mix is very less when compared to other conventional sources.
Communication Feature Nov 01, 2016 The challenge is incorporating renewables into existing electrical infrastructure With the past few years of crashing prices for oil, natural gas, and coal, renewables have found a favourable environment for growth. The sector is now enjoying twice as much global funding as fossil fuels, specifically the solar investments in 2015 by passed all records.
Feature Nov 01, 2016 Green thrust to boost revival Gas-based power capacity addition in India has been hit badly owing to factors like - the cost of power, cost of transporting gas, and non-availability of gas. A decade back there were major initiatives by different stakeholders to put up gas-based power plants thinking that the fuel will be available in plenty from domestic production.
News Brief Nov 01, 2016 Coal Min asks MoEF to expedite green nod to CIL washeries The Coal Ministry \ has asked the Environment Ministry to expedite the process of green clearances to state-owned CIL washeries so that the company can provide quality coal to its customers.
Web Exclusive Oct 10, 2016 Nuclear power will help India attain energy security Developing nuclear energy sources is the only way to bring energy security in India, former chairman of Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC), VP Raja said. He also said with climate change being the most important global agenda, it is important for India to also increase its renewable energy generation capacity.
Web Exclusive Oct 07, 2016 WSDS puts onus on national climate goals for success of Paris Agreement A day after the European Union approved the ratification of the global climate partnership, the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) organised by TERI in New Delhi underlined India’s crucial contribution in the global fight against climate change.
Web Exclusive Oct 04, 2016 Philips Lighting launches new sustainability program 2016-2020 Philips Lighting announced the launch of its new 5-year sustainability program ‘Brighter Lives, Better World’ during the Climate Week NYC. This is the first time Philips Lighting has set sustainability goals as a standalone, listed company.
News Brief Oct 01, 2016 NGT demands eco-restoration plan for coal mine areas The National Green Tribunal (NGT) constituted committee has asked the Meghalaya government to take up a pilot project for preparing a comprehensive ecological restoration plan for coal mine areas in the state.