Union Budget 2024-2025 allocates ₹3,330.37 crore to the Ministry of Environment. Key highlights include a climate finance taxonomy, expanded solar exemptions, nuclear energy collaboration, and new policies for pumped storage and emission reductions.
The people from marginalised communities, with no cattle to provide dung, are the last beneficiaries of this clean energy initiative. Unfortunately, people from low-income communities majorly are exposed to unhealthy cooking.
“If only half of the registered consumers with DisComs (distribution companies) in J&K initiated the installation of solar rooftop systems, approximately 50 percent of the energy demand for consumers could be met,”
Kerala Congress criticizes India's EV policy, citing potential tripling of carbon emissions due to coal-based electricity, inadequate power infrastructure, unsustainable subsidies. They propose cautious transition with hybrid vehicles as interim solution
India is expanding its EV charging infrastructure with 12,146 stations in 849 cities. Policies promote home and public charging, aiming for 29% EV sales by 2030, highlighting a commitment to reducing carbon emissions & enhancing sustainable transportation
High cost of living in Islamabad and Delhi. Summer heat from climate change increases energy costs. Need to promote solar rooftops for cost savings and environmental benefits.
SBI's Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana offers loans for rooftop solar installations, promoting clean energy. With partnerships, low interest rates, & flexible repayment options, it supports households in adopting solar power and contributing to sustainability
NHPC Limited, a leading hydropower company in India, has issued a request for proposals (RfP) to develop 1,200 MW of inter-state transmission system (ISTS) connected solar photovoltaic (PV) projects across India
"I have lived here for more than 30 years, but in recent years after this solar power plant, we have been feeling boiling hot at this time of year (the last week of February 2023). Imagine what will happen in the coming months."