Reply filed by the Director, Environment-cum-Special Secretary, Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department, Odisha and Member Secretary, Odisha Coastal Zone Management Authority, May 1, 2025. NGT, had registered suo motu in response to the news item in the Hindu, May 4, 2024 titled "Swell waves likely to strike coastal areas …
Srinagar, January 6: Idrees Beigh, an electrical engineer, has given a solar avatar to the kangri. Unlike the regular kangri that uses charcoal or firewood, he has blended tradition with modernity to create a kangri that converts solar energy into thermal energy. Kangri is an earthen pot kept in a …
With regard to the draft policy document on JNNSM Phase II that was released by the ministry on its website, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) organised a roundtable discussion with stakeholders for discussion on 22nd December 2012. Representatives from the industry, NGOs and state government attended the discussion. …
As many as 90 bids have been received by the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) for a quantum of 500 megawatt (MW). This is in response to the Tangedco’s tender for the purchase of solar power to the tune of 1,000 MW. On Friday, technical bids were opened …
With no rain or dust, November was one of the better months for solar power plants in the country The ministry of new and renewable energy (MNRE) recently released data of power generation from solar plants constructed under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) for November. And the results …
Solar energy would not only power lamps but would also ensure drinking water in the Maoist-infested pockets in Chhattisgarh. The state government had selected 1722 hamlets where water pumps operated by the solar energy would be installed to provide pure drinking water to the people. The hamlets are across the …
People who instal solar equipment to get 30 per cent subsidy Mysore and the twin cities of Hubli-Dharwad are among the 60 cities from across the country that have been included under the Union Government’s Solar City project, which aims to augment power generation from unconventional sources. Ministry of New …
The Government Rajaji Hospital (GRH) will tap solar energy in its quest for alternative energy sources. Hospital authorities are working on putting in place solar panels in a phased manner at key points on the premises. The Dean, N. Mohan, said on Tuesday that the hospital was falling in line …
California Energy Commission staff on Friday said BrightSource Energy's proposed 500-megawatt Hidden Hills solar thermal power project would have "significant" impact on the environment. In a statement on the final staff assessment, the state's primary energy planning and policy agency cited impacts on "biological resources, cultural resources, land use, and …
The State of Uttar Pradesh is endowed with vast potential of solar power and the Government is keen to tap this resource to improve the availability of power in the State by promoting the establishment of solar energy based power projects, both grid connected and off-grid type. For the attainment …
State Action Plan for Climate Change (SAPCC) seeks to address the commitments of J & K by formulating SAP containing both adaptation & mitigation measures to cope with the climate change impacts as mentioned. The Plan seeks to develop, apply and diffuse technologies (and technology transfer), practices and processes that …
Photovoltaics is becoming increasingly inexpensive. In contrast, the prices for electricity from conventional power plants are climbing. This is making the solar farm market segment progressively more lucrative for financially strong investors. Photovoltaics offers a profitable, longterm investment with comparatively low risk. “PV Power Plants” is the first industry guide …
With the conventional energy projects unable to address the power crisis, 2012 saw the emergence of renewable energy in a big way. The state government announced a new solar policy with a target to set up 3,000 Mw of solar power in three years. Severe power shortage made chief minister …
The UK is on track to meet its 2020 renewable energy targets after low-carbon electricity generation grew more than a quarter in the year to end-June 2012, thanks largely to new solar and offshore wind projects, a government report said. The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) said renewable …
The UK is on track to meet its 2020 renewable energy targets after low-carbon electricity generation grew more than a quarter in the year to end-June 2012, thanks largely to new solar and offshore wind projects, a government report said. The department of energy and climate change (DECC) said renewable …
The section 63 of Electricity Act, 2003 states: “Notwithstanding anything contained in section 62, the Appropriate Commission shall adopt the tariff if such tariff has been determined through transparent process of bidding in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Central Government.” MNRE after consultation with various stakeholders has finalised …
Jaipur: Buoyed by the success of solar water pumps in the first phase, the state government is set to roll out a number of such pumps in the next phase. With farmers able to save electricity and fuel in as many as 14 districts, the state horticulture department will be …
For those contemplating solar power for homes, commercial buildings and industrial establishments, all roads should lead to Buildrock 2012 exhibition presented by Builders` Association of India at the grounds of Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan School near Karur Bypass Road. The exhibition featuring various other aspects of home right from electrical, flooring, pipes, …
Identification of beneficiaries done through Gram Sabhas The Rural Development and Panchayat Raj (RD and PR) Department would construct a total of 1,497 solar-powered green houses for below poverty line families in Coimbatore district during the current financial year. Work is on in 12 blocks of the district especially in …
A central plan for piped water supply through dual solar powered pumps will cover six panchayats in Saranda, with Union minister Jairam Ramesh closely monitoring progress to effect a promised turnaround at villages in the former rebel hub in West Singhbhum. According to a report prepared by the Union drinking …
Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd (CIL), has unveiled a plan to invest around Rs 4,600 crore in a vertically integrated solar value chain. “There is a plan for vertically integrated solar value chain right from silicon manufacturing from quartz to solar modules and a power …
