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India Launches National Geothermal Energy Policy Framework Why in the News ? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched the National Geothermal Energy Policy to utilize India’s vast geothermal potential. The policy aims to boost research, collaboration, and best practices while assigning regulatory responsibility to MNRE. This initiative aligns with the constitutional …
Read MoreThis image outlines the transformation of plastic waste into usable fuels like diesel and gas via pyrolysis—addressing pollution, resource recovery, and sustainable energy. It’s vital for understanding modern waste-to-energy solutions and environmental management in UPSC.
Read MoreIndia’s Path to Energy Sovereignty Syllabus GS 3: Energy Security Why in the News? Recently, India’s growing oil import dependence, Israel-Iran ceasefire’s impact on global energy flows, and the push for diversified energy strategies have revived debates on sovereignty, resilience, and long-term energy security. Introduction India imports over 85% of its crude oil and more …
Read MoreChina Builds World’s Largest Solar Farm on Plateau Why in the News? China is constructing the world’s largest solar farm over 510 sq. km on the Tibetan Plateau to accelerate its carbon neutrality goal by 2060. The project highlights China’s leadership in renewable energy and its effort to curb greenhouse gas emissions, showcasing a commitment …
Read MoreEthanol Blending in India: Promise, Challenges, and the Road Ahead Syllabus: GS 3 Employment generation Economic development Why in the News? India’s ethanol-blending programme, targeting 20% ethanol in petrol (E20) by 2025, aims at reducing carbon emissions, strengthening energy security, and cutting oil import bills. However, it raises challenges for vehicle-owners, automobile technology adaptation, and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS Paper – 1 Physical Geography GS Paper – 2 Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in the News ? The Trump administration has decided to revise the US National Climate …
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 MoreFive Biggest Hydroelectric Power Plants in India Hydroelectric power is a critical component of India’s energy mix, contributing to energy security, irrigation, flood protection, and regional development. For UPSC aspirants, a nuanced understanding of the technical, geographic, economic, social, and environmental aspects of major hydroelectric power plants is essential. This article provides a comprehensive, data-rich …
Read MoreISA LEADS GLOBAL SOUTH SOLAR REVOLUTION Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Important International Institutions Why in the News India has emerged as a global leader in solar energy development, having added 105 GW of solar energy in the past decade. The International Solar Alliance (ISA), launched by India and France in 2015, has become central …
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