RK Singh calls for enhanced action on energy efficiency
Power Minister RK Singh in meeting with state govt officials & industry partners to review current level of activities in energy efficiency
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COP26 should focus on transfer of technology
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Wednesday while reiterating that the upcoming 26th UN conference on climate change (COP26) should focus on climate finance, along…
Centre received help from states on stubble burning
The Centre has got constructive cooperation from Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh governments on the issue of stubble burning, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said
Promise of climate finance, tech transfer must be fulfilled
India said the promises of climate finance and low-cost technology transfer from developed to developing nations must be fulfilled without delay, and stressed that combating climate…
Tata Steel commissions plant for CO2 capture
Tata Steel commissioned a 5-tonne per day (TPD) carbon capture plant at its Jamshedpur Works, making it the country's first steel company to adopt such a…
76% fall in proposed coal power since Paris Agreement
a new report assessed the global pipeline of new coal projects and found there has been a 76% reduction in proposed coal power since the Paris…
Legislation in US to strengthen India-US ties in clean energy
A top American senator has introduced legislation to boost cooperation between India and the US in the areas of clean energy and climate change
US compliments India for vow to achieve 450 GW RE
RK Singh, Union Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy met a delegation led by John Kerry, US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate.
28% emission reduction over 2005 levels achieved by India
India has already achieved emission reduction of 28% over 2005 levels, against the target of 35% by 2030 committed in its NDC (Nationally determined contributions).
Indian Railways looks to run trains on hydrogen fuel cell
Under the flagship programs of the Government, 'Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Batteries' and 'National Hydrogen Mission', to cut down on the Green House Gas (GHG) emission…
DHL Express orders first ever all electric cargo planes
DHL Express, the world's leading express service provider, and Eviation, the Seattle-area based global manufacturer of all-electric aircraft, today write aviation history in announcing that DHL…
No pathway to reach Paris Agreement goal without G20
UN chief Antonio Guterres called for leadership of the Group of Twenty (G20) countries on the issue of climate action, adding that he sees no pathway…
India achieved 38.5 % installed capacity from renewables
G20 Energy and Climate Joint Ministerial Meeting 2021 was held under the Italian Presidency on 23 July 2021 in Naples.
30% production increase likely through new coal projects
Coal producers are actively pursuing 2.2 billion tonnes per annum of new mine projects around the world, a growth of 30% from current production levels
Indian Railways on way to become largest green railways
Indian Railways (IR) is working in mission mode to become the largest Green Railways in the world and is moving towards becoming a net zero carbon…
ABB to electrify vehicle fleet, source 100% RE by 2030
Engineering major ABB said it has strengthened its commitment to reduce carbon emissions. On its way to reaching its ambitious science-based targets, the company commits to…
Commonwealth nations target shift to clean energy
Second Commonwealth Sustainable Energy Forum concluded with strong recommendations for member countries to work together to fast-track an inclusive, just and equitable transition to low-carbon energy…
Green waste to biofuel with Hybrid hydrothermal technology
Kinava's new technology of Hybrid Hydrothermal Carbonization (HTC) costs only 1/3 of utilities and energy compared to conventional drying technology.
Adani Electricity brings green energy to Mumbai
Adani Electricity Mumbai Ltd (AEML) is launching a green energy initiative in the city under which customers will have the flexibility to set their own targets…
Airtel commissions captive solar power plant for data centres
In line with its aim to expand green energy footprint, telecom operator Bharti Airtel has commissioned a captive solar power plant to meet the energy needs…
Climate finance still not on table for developing countries
Climate finance of USD 100 billion a year and green technologies for mitigation actions promised in 2009 under the Paris agreement are still not on the…
India to levy import tax on solar modules & cells from 2022
India will levy a customs duty of 40% on solar modules and 25% on solar cells from April 2022, according to a government document and two…