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India- US Energy Future Syllabus GS 2: India and its Neighborhood Why in the News? Recently, India and the U.S. renewed strategic talks to enhance cooperation in clean energy, critical minerals, and nuclear power amid rising concerns over supply chain risks and China’s mineral dominance. Introduction India and the United States are re-evaluating their strategic …
Read MoreHydrogen for Clean Energy Why in the News ? India’s preliminary assessment of natural hydrogen reserves, including findings in the Andaman Islands, has sparked interest in tapping these resources to meet growing hydrogen demand and achieve net-zero emissions by 2070, reducing dependence on hydrogen manufacturing. India’s Natural Hydrogen Potential: India’s hydrogen demand is projected to …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Sharavathi Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Project (PSHP) in Karnataka, set to be India’s largest pumped storage unit (2,000 MW), has raised concerns over its environmental impact on the Western Ghats, with fears of deforestation, habitat loss, and hydrological disruptions. About Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project: The Sharavathi Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Project (PSHP) …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-1: Mineral & Energy Resources GS-3: Nuclear Technology Focus: India has set an ambitious goal of achieving 100 GWe nuclear capacity by 2047 as part of its Viksit Bharat vision. Given limited uranium availability, the country is exploring thorium-based reactors and fuel recycling to sustain nuclear growth and enhance energy security. The Need for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3- Fossil fuels and their impact , fuel subsidy Focus : This article focuses on the magnitude and types of fossil fuel subsidies, their economic and environmental impacts, and global distribution patterns. It explores challenges in subsidy reduction and proposes strategies such as targeted reforms, carbon taxation, and congestion pricing to ensure …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ukraine halted Russian gas transit to Europe on January 1, 2025, ending decades of supply dominance. This move, driven by Europe’s reduced reliance on Russian energy, impacts Ukraine’s revenue and Russia’s market share significantly. Ukraine Halts Russian Gas Transit to Europe: On January 1, 2025, Ukraine ceased the transit of Russian …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s proposed 11,000 MW Upper Siang Hydropower Project in Arunachal Pradesh counters China’s 60,000 MW Yarlung Tsangpo dam. It addresses energy needs while considering ecological preservation and the cultural significance of the Adi Tribe in the region. Project Overview India plans to build the Upper Siang Hydropower Project on the Siang …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Scientists have developed the first carbon-14 diamond battery, a long-lasting, safe power source with potential applications in healthcare, space exploration, and extreme environments. Introduction to Carbon-14 Diamond Battery: Developed by scientists from the University of Bristol and the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), this is the world’s first carbon-14 diamond battery. …
Read MoreWhy 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 MoreWhy in the news? The ISA Assembly brings together 120 countries to discuss strategies for enhancing solar energy adoption, focusing on energy access and sustainability under India’s presidency and France’s co-presidency. Highlights of the Seventh ISA Assembly: The Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly begins today at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. …
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