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Kandla Launches India’s First Port Hydrogen Plant Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the inauguration of India’s first Make-in-India Green Hydrogen Plant at Kandla Port, Gujarat. The facility marks a significant step toward India’s net zero commitments, boosting indigenous capabilities in green energy projects and port sectors while addressing pressing climate challenges …
Read MoreRenewable Energy Boom Fails to Curb Fossil Use Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Renewable Energy GS Paper – 3 Government Policies & Interventions WHY IN THE NEWS ? The world added a record 582 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2024, yet fossil fuel consumption continues to rise, keeping greenhouse gas emissions at record levels. …
Read MoreBlue Hydrogen & Green Ammonia: Key Focus Areas for Clean Industrial Fuels The decarbonisation of the industrial and energy sectors is one of the defining challenges of our era. As the world seeks to transition away from fossil fuels, innovative clean energy solutions are taking center stage. Among them, blue hydrogen and green ammonia have …
Read MoreQUAD LAUNCHES CRITICAL MINERALS INITIATIVE AMID SUPPLY CONCERNS Why in the News? Quad initiative: Quad foreign ministers launched the Critical Minerals Initiative in Washington to secure global supply chains, a move that could impact capital gain tax considerations and cost inflation index for mineral investments. China’s dominance: Move comes after China’s export curbs on seven …
Read MoreHydropower 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, …
Read MoreGreen 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 …
Read MoreIndia 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 …
Read MoreThe 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, …
Read MoreComprehensive 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 …
Read MoreAgriphotovoltaics: 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 …
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