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BATTERY STORAGE FUELS INDIA’S ENERGY FUTURE Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 : Government Policies & Interventions GS Paper – 3: Renewable Energy Why in the News? India’s ambitious clean energy goals require a major boost in energy storage capacity. BESS (Battery Energy Storage System), a crucial component of energy storage batteries, are central to this …
Read MoreUPSC Mains Questions on India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission Source : https://universalinstitutions.com/green-hydrogen-and-indias-national-green-hydrogen-mission/ UPSC Mains Question 1 (GS Paper III – Environment/Energy) “Green hydrogen is not merely a fuel, but a cornerstone of India’s energy security and climate goals.” Discuss the objectives, key components, and strategic significance of India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission in this context. …
Read MoreIndia’s Draft Climate Finance Taxonomy – 2025: A Game Changer for Green Investments in India Introduction In a strategic move to align financial flows with India’s sustainability goals and promote environmental impact investing, the Department of Economic Affairs under the Ministry of Finance released the Draft Framework of India’s Climate Finance Taxonomy in 2025. This …
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 …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered sea vessel as a landmark public-private collaboration. The project reflects India’s push for self-reliance in clean energy technology, supported by CSIR’s New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership Initiative (NMITLI). Historic Milestone in Marine Innovation: India unveiled its first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered …
Read MoreSyllabus: 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 …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Parliament , Government Policies & Interventions , Indian Constitution GS-3: Inclusive Growth , Issues Relating to Development ,Growth & Development ,Renewable Energy , Environmental Pollution & Degradation Focus: The Union Budget 2026 is expected to introduce key measures for accelerating climate action, addressing green finance, supporting renewable energy growth, and preparing for global …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Annual Event: The National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA), established in 1991, recognize exceptional efforts in energy conservation. Celebration Day: These awards are part of the National Energy Conservation Day, celebrated annually on December 14. Key Highlights of NECA Initiated by: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Ministry of Power …
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