This study assesses the impact of the existing energy efficiency initiatives on household awareness levels, preferences and behaviour concerning efficiency in electricity use. It examines the level of awareness of Indian households about Bureau of Energy Efficiency’s (BEE) star labelling program, the benefits they associate with it, and the key …
BusinessLine caught up with Fatih Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agency, at the 8th Clean Energy Ministerial — a policy-cum-technical conference of clean energy ministers of 25 countries — held in Beijing last week. (The Indian delegation was headed by the Minister for Science and Technology, Harsh Vardhan, who now …
A small house on wheels with all the electrical appliances used in a typical household — but all powered by rooftop solar panels and within approachable budget — the Solar Comet was flagged off on the World Environment Day for a 20-day tour. The solar bus is expected to bust …
Protecting and conserving the environment is a dirty and difficult job Connecting people to nature. That is the theme the United Nations (UN) has chosen for the World Environment Day this year. This is how the UN suggests we celebrate it. It "implores us to get outdoors and into nature, …
Maharashtra intends to spend Rs 840 crore to promote energy conservation in the state In a major move to conserve electricity using energy-efficient technology, Maharashtra government has mandated that all upcoming buildings in the state, be it a residential, commercial or industrial, will have to be fitted with energy-saver LED …
Maharashtra govt will save Rs 6,000 crore, 1,000 MW; with solar policy, energy at Rs 3 per unit The state government on Tuesday unveiled its new energy conservation policy which promises to save Rs 6,000 crore and 1,000 mega watts of electricity. To achieve this target over the period of …
Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of State (I/C) for Power, New & Renewable Energy, Coal and Mines, Govt. of India launched the Energy Efficient Buildings programme in a function jointly organized by FICCI and EESL. The scheme will be implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a JV under the administration …
From May, Mumbai Metro One Private Ltd (MMOPL) will source 30% of its non-traction energy requirement through solar panels which have been installed at Andheri and Ghtatkopar Metro stations. The initiative is a part of Mumbai Metro One's `Go Green Go Clean' campaign launched to mark its second anniversary. Metro …
दिल्ली सिख गुरुद्वारा प्रबंधक कमिटी (DSGPC) के इतिहास में पहली बार करीब 119 करोड़ रुपये का बजट तैयार किया गया है। इसमें गुरुद्वारों के रेनोवेशन से लेकर लंगर बनाने के तरीके को एनवायरनमेंट फ्रेंडली बनाने का बजट शामिल है। इसके अलावा इस बार करीब 100 करोड़ रुपये सरकारी फीस माफी …
The 'Project Green Ports' has two aspects – 'Green Ports Initiatives' relating to environmental issues and 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan' – and is being executed through Indian Ports Association All major Indian ports will have to undergo an audit to become 'Green' and 'Swachh'. The Union shipping ministry has conducted a …
In another step towards reducing carbon footprints, three more stations, Falna, Rani and Marwar, of North Western Railway's (NWR) Ajmer division will get solar plants from Thursday which will generate 210kw energy by saving electricity of Rs 21.3 lakh. Currently, Ajmer and other railway stations have been solar powered. In …
To reduce power consumption charges to be paid to power utilities, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has decided to install rooftop solar-powered plants to be connected to grids in a phased manner. To begin with, 44 of 942 buildings owned by the GHMC have been identified for these installations. …
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) deliver higher levels of blue light to the retina than do conventional domestic light sources. Chronic exposure to high-intensity light (2,000–10,000 lux) has previously been found to result in light-induced retinal injury, but chronic exposure to relatively low-intensity (750 lux) light has not been previously assessed with …
GURUGRAM: Exclusively on the lines of its vision - to serve the society with an equal emphasis on quality and environment, an IFFCO project has been awarded the highest prestigious Platinum Rating certificate under IGBC Green Residential Societies (Pilot Version) Rating System of Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). The IGBC …
BENGALURU: From Infosys, SAP Labs to St Joseph's College and Sri Sathya Sai Medical Hospital, big energy consumers are switching to renewable energy sources, primarily solar. There are many plus points of embracing green energy -reduces dependency on grid by 50%, saves revenue on fat electricity bills and cuts carbon …
KOLKATA: New Delhi may be reeling under severe air pollution, but Kolkata has not only touched the country's capital city but have also surpassed the city quite a few days in terms of air pollution. A joint study by the British Deputy High Commission, UKAID and Kolkata Municipal Corporation that …
JAIPUR: If there is anything which matters since the conceptualisation of tiger reserves and 'Project Tiger', is tiger. For years, forest guards have worked as sentinels in remote areas of forest and underwent a strenuous life sans basic amenities, like electricity and water. But to make life easier and enjoyable …
GUNTUR: Energy saving measures and LED bulb installations have ensured reduced power bills for the Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC). With 90 per cent of the LED bulb installation project completed, the GMC has managed to save 15 per cent of the usual energy consumption, which translates to `15 lakh per …
Having emerged on top in implementing energy conservation and efficiency measures in the country, Andhra Pradesh is now set to enact a legislation to consolidate the gains and ensure sustainability. “We are now working on a model Act for energy efficiency and conservation in the state. This is in tune …
ROURKELA: With rural power supply remaining highly erratic and stress on generation of conventional energy increasing, Sundargarh district administration will cover villages with solar street lighting system in a phased manner. District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) has recently floated tender inviting manufacturers/authorised dealers to bid for installations and commissioning of …
NOIDA: The 29.7km Noida Metro corridor will be India's greenest when it becomes operational a little over a year from now with a capacity to generate enough solar power to run not only all 21 stations but also its offices and train depot. The practices being followed are similar to …
