At the moment, several policy measures have been announced across India for the large-scale deployment of solar rooftop projects. These measures include comprehensive rooftop solar policies and net-metering regulations. Currently, the streamlining of utility interconnection processes has led to rapid deployments in the rooftop solar sector. As per the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy …
This is an idea that most metro rail systems in the country are quickly adopting. A large amount of electricity is needed to power the extensive metro rail networks in various cities in India. Not only do these trains require a continuous supply of power, but also stations, depots, and service areas all require an …
The energy market in the country is currently going through a transition from conventional systems to smart systems. Given the addition of large volumes of renewable energy, grid management has become a bit of a headache. Add to this, the deployment of decentralised energy resources and the emergence of prosumers, and the management of energy …
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Solar power in the US is now more affordable and accessible than ever before. Since 2008, US installations have grown 35-fold to an estimated 62.5 GW. This capacity is equivalent to the power consumed by 12 million average American homes. Since 2014, the cost of PV panels has dropped nearly 50% and the cost of …
Urban centres in India are facing severe environmental challenges due to rapid urbanization and increasing industrialization. Some examples include the formation of smog-causing air pollution in Delhi and the toxic water of the Yamuna River. Overflowing landfill sites all over the country also pose a threat as they can release poisonous gases if they happen …
Biogas is produced naturally through a process of anaerobic decomposition from waste sources such as agricultural residue, sewage treatment plant waste, sugarcane press mud, etc. This waste is collected and processed to produce a raw gas, which is then converted to electricity. After further mechanical, chemical and purification processes, the gas is compressed and this …
Climate change is starting to transform the planet’s ecosystems. News about melting ice caps, raging forest fires, and violent hurricanes threaten the well-being of current and future generations of people all over the world. With increased awareness about the climate crisis, people are now more conscious about the effects and outcomes of greenhouse gas (GHG) …
A report on e-waste generation worldwide was presented by the United Nations (UN) at the World Economic Forum, in January 2019. It pointed out that the e-waste stream reached 48.5 MT (million tonnes) worldwide, in 2018, and that this figure is expected to double if no action is taken. Currently, untreated e-waste represents about 70% …
India has one of the most ambitious targets of renewable energy deployment globally. This has made renewable power extremely competitive and electricity storage is expected to play a huge role in enabling the next phase of energy transition. Not only will storage promote renewable energy production, but it will also enable increased decarbonisation in key …
A report on smart metering, published by the Powerline Magazine in May 2019, touched on various government schemes, data exchanges, driving uptake, meter interfaces, actionable intelligence, stringent standards, and smart metering progress in the country. This article aims to summarize the key findings of the report and draw light to the initiatives taken by the …
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