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Calibrating India’s Coal Gasification for Energy Security Syllabus: GS-3: Infrastructure , Energy Security Why in the News ? The Government of India has announced a ₹37,500 crore incentive package to promote coal gasification projects and achieve the target of gasifying 100 million tonnes of coal annually by 2030. The initiative aims to enhance energy …
Read MoreCritical Minerals: Backbone of India’s Green Transition Syllabus: GS-1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS-3: Mobilization of Resources, Sustainable Development Why in the News ? India’s ambitious clean energy transition—including expansion of solar energy, electric vehicles (EVs), and green hydrogen—faces a major constraint due to rising global competition and supply disruptions in critical minerals …
Read MoreIndia Targets 60% Clean Power Capacity by 2035 Why in the News ? India has updated its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, aiming for 60% non-fossil fuel electricity capacity by 2035, alongside stronger emission reduction and carbon sink targets, signalling enhanced climate ambition and global leadership. This transition requires streamlined environmental clearances …
Read MoreENERGY TRANSITION NEEDS SYSTEMIC REFORMS Syllabus: GS-3: Infrastructure : Energy Growth and Development Why in the News? India has crossed 180 GW of renewable energy capacity, making solar and wind among the cheapest power sources. However, rising renewable penetration has exposed deep structural weaknesses in distribution companies, tariff design, and wholesale electricity markets, shifting the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? GAIL (India) Ltd has commissioned its maiden 10 MW green hydrogen plant in Vijaipur, Madhya Pradesh. This step signifies GAIL’s foray into new and alternative energy sources, expanding beyond natural gas. Source:GeeksforGeeks About Green Hydrogen: Produced using renewable energy sources (e.g., wind, solar). Generates no greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during production. …
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