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Hydropower Energy: Benefits & How It Works

Hydropower Energy: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction Hydropower, also known as hydro energy or hydroelectric power, represents one of the most significant renewable energy sources globally and holds particular importance for competitive exam aspirants preparing for UPSC, UGC NET, SSC, CLAT, CUET, and other examinations. This comprehensive article explores the fundamental concepts, technical aspects, environmental implications, …

20Jun 2025

Green Hydrogen Growth Slows Amid Global Uncertainty

Green Hydrogen Growth Slows Amid Global Uncertainty Why in the News? India’s green hydrogen sector, though backed by government and industry, faces slow expansion due to geopolitical instability, policy reversals in key markets, and weak export demand. The focus is now shifting towards building domestic demand through mandates and pilot projects, as the country aims …

16Jun 2025

India Reconsiders Flue Gas Desulphurisation for Power Plants

India Reconsiders Flue Gas Desulphurisation for Power Plants Why in the News? In the complex landscape of Indian politics, a BJP-led government committee headed by PSA Ajay Sood has recommended rolling back the 2015 mandate requiring all coal-fired thermal power plants to install Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) units. This recommendation cites high costs and implementation …

12Jun 2025

The Reboot of U.S. Nuclear Energy in the AI and China Era

The Reboot of U.S. Nuclear Energy in the AI and China Era Syllabus: GS 2 Nuclear power ● International relations Why in the News? This article explores the resurgence of the U.S. nuclear energy sector, driven by the dual imperatives of energy demands from AI growth and strategic competition with China. It highlights startup innovations, …

30May 2025

Comprehensive Legal Reforms to Boost Nuclear Energy

Comprehensive Legal Reforms to Boost Nuclear Energy Why in the News? India is planning to amend its Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act and the Atomic Energy Act to attract private sector participation and foreign investment, promote Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), and enhance energy security as part of its clean energy transition strategy. These reforms …

05May 2025

Agriphotovoltaics: A Dual Solution for Food and Energy

Agriphotovoltaics: A Dual Solution for Food and Energy Why in the News ? A recent report by ICRIER highlights the potential of agriphotovoltaics (APVs) to enhance farmers’ income and land-use efficiency in India. Experts recommend integrating APVs into national solarisation schemes and developing standardised guidelines for their design and implementation. About the Concept and Benefits …

15Apr 2025

Delhi Assembly Set to Run Entirely on Solar

Why in the News ? The Delhi Assembly will become India’s first legislative building to operate fully on solar energy. A rooftop solar project aims to eliminate its ₹2 crore annual power bill, generate surplus energy, and promote clean energy use in governance. Highlights about the Delhi Assembly to Go Fully Solar: Delhi Assembly is …

17Mar 2025

Air Pollution Threatens India’s Future Solar Energy Potential

Syllabus: GS-3: Issues Relating to Development , Growth & Development , Renewable Energy ,Environmental Pollution & Degradation Focus: A study by IIT Delhi, published in Environmental Research Letters (Nov 2024), found that air pollution and climate change will reduce solar panel efficiency in India. By mid-century, efficiency could drop by 2.3%, resulting in a loss …

03Jul 2024

FRANCE: INDIA’S STEADY PARTNER IN GREEN GROWTH

Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Why in the News? On July 14, 2023, in Paris, President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi elevated the ‘Partnership for the Planet’ as a key pillar of the Indo-French Horizon 2047 Roadmap. This decision underscores deepened …

05Jun 2024

“IPEF’S CLEAN ECONOMY INVESTOR FORUM: INDIA’S PARTICIPATION AND INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES”

Why in the news? Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal, Additional Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, and other senior officers have reached Singapore for the event starting on June 5. India attended Singapore’s IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum to pitch projects and engage investors, aiming for collaborations. source:themirror About “IPEF’s Clean Economy Investor Forum Meet: IPEF to host Clean …

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