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Why in the News? IEA Conference: Concluded a 2-day Global Conference on Energy and AI in Paris, gathering over 500 participants, including ministers from 25 countries. Focus Area: Highlighted the rising electricity demand from data centres while emphasizing AI’s role in energy transitions. Key Participants: Countries like India, Japan, UK, and the USA alongside CEOs …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Economic Survey of 2023-24 shows that India has achieved relative economic growth from reduction in GHG emissions, sparking discussions on sustainable development and environmental policy. Introduction With impressive economic growth in recent decades, India is also concerned about rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, according to the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Launched on February 15, 2024, the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana aims to provide free electricity through rooftop solar panels, targeting over one crore families, with significant subsidies and incentives to promote renewable energy adoption. Key Highlights of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: Launch Date and Objectives: Launched on …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has seen 25+ lakh applications for rooftop solar installations. However, only 24% have been converted to actual installations due to a complex process involving multiple steps and approvals. Current Progress and Challenges: According to data submitted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions ,Infrastructure GS-3: Industrial Policy Focus: The indictment of Gautam Adani and associates by the U.S. Department of Justice has revealed an elaborate bribery scheme to secure lucrative solar power contracts in India. The investigation highlights corruption at high levels in the renewable energy sector and the use of bribery …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A new Fisheries Management Plan was signed for the 2000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Project in Assam, enhancing environmental sustainability efforts alongside its hydropower generation. source:wordpress About the Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Project (SLHEP): A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was recently signed to implement a Fisheries Management Plan at the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Tamil Nadu’s new 2024 policy on repowering ageing wind turbines has faced opposition from wind energy generators, who argue it lacks financial incentives and field support for effective implementation. About Wind Energy Capacity and Potential in India: India has a substantial wind energy potential of 1,163.86 GW at 150 metres above …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Important International Institutions Focus: ISA, launched by India to promote solar energy, has fallen short in delivering large-scale solar projects in developing nations. With significant challenges and a lopsided solar adoption globally, ISA’s role in promoting equitable solar growth and supporting the Global South has come under scrutiny. Background and Establishment of ISA: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The ISA hosted its third High-level Conference on Clean Energy Transition to discuss solar and storage technologies, green hydrogen, and global energy goals, focusing on sustainable solutions for decarbonization. Event Overview: The International Solar Alliance (ISA), in collaboration with India’s Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, the Asian Development Bank, and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India and France have been re-elected as president and co-president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). The announcement came during the seventh ISA Assembly, where Ashish Khanna was also appointed as the next ISA Director General. About India Re-elected to Lead International Solar Alliance (ISA): India has been re-elected as president …
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