Tamil Nadu has historically prioritized green energy measures, with the state pioneering wind energy production since 1986. The formation of the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGECL) intends to restore the state's leadership in renewable energy. With wind, solar, hydro, and co-generation, Tamil Nadu has a total green energy capacity of 34,700 MW, which exceeds 50% of its energy mix.
The Goa administration has launched on a drive to position itself as a wind electricity generation hub by launching 100MW Vertical Axis Wind Turbine projects around the state. The Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA) has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) to manufacturers and developers interested in establishing wind power plants in Goa using vertical axis wind turbines.
Plaksha University, a forward-thinking tech institution in India, has announced the launch of the Indorama Ventures Center for Clean Energy. This dedicated center marks a significant step in India's journey towards a sustainable future. With a focus on research, industry partnerships, and public awareness, the center aims to accelerate the transition to clean energy sources and significantly reduce carbon emissions.
On February 15, 2024, a group of 25 mid-career women executives from India's power sector met with Union Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy, Shri R. K. Singh, in New Delhi. This conference was a turning point for the WePOWER SAR100 programme, which aims to train 100 female energy experts from Southeast Asia.
The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is urging farmers to embrace agro-processing as a key to unlocking both profit and sustainable development. This call comes amidst growing concerns about the economic viability of traditional agriculture in the face of rising input costs and volatile market prices.
Imagine finishing a banana and contributing to a cleaner planet simultaneously. Scientists at South Dakota State University have made this a reality by turning those discarded peels into eco-friendly packaging. With an estimated 36 million tons of banana peels ending up in landfills annually, this innovation offers a promising solution to the plastic waste crisis.
Forget fire, the UK is now offering a greener alternative for end-of-life ceremonies: water cremation. This process, also known as resomation or alkaline hydrolysis, gently returns the body to ash using water and a mild alkaline solution. Unlike traditional cremation, which uses significant energy and releases emissions, water cremation boasts a smaller environmental footprint, making it an appealing option for environmentally conscious individuals.
In a landmark mission to combat climate change, NASA is gearing up to launch its groundbreaking "PREFIRE" program in 2024. This ambitious endeavor will see two identical spacecraft embark on a critical journey to Earth's poles, armed with sophisticated instruments to gather invaluable data.
A recent study by the National University of Singapore warns of a looming threat to global food security: climate change-induced locust megaswarms. The study predicts a potential 5% increase in suitable locust habitat due to rising temperatures, even under moderate emissions reduction scenarios. This could trigger widespread crop failures, jeopardizing food supplies for millions.
Hydrogen plays an important role for many sectors, yet creating it from fossil fuels emits tonnes of CO2 each year. To counter this, Hygenco, a Haryana-based green hydrogen business, plans to build India's first green hydrogen plant in Maharashtra. This plant aims to produce hydrogen without emitting carbon dioxide, in accordance with India's renewable energy ambitions.
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