In Short : Delhi has eased GRAP level 3 restrictions as the city’s air quality shows improvement, with the AQI dropping to 289, classified as “very poor.” The relaxation follows a decline from more severe pollution levels, leading to a resumption of halted activities like construction. GRAP measures are adjusted based on air quality to […]
Anti-pollution curbs under GRAP-III back as Delhi air quality worsens – EQ
In Short : Anti-pollution curbs under GRAP-III have been reimposed as Delhi’s air quality worsens. The measures aim to mitigate the escalating pollution levels and include restrictions on construction activities, industrial operations, and vehicular emissions. These steps are part of a broader effort to improve air quality and protect residents from the adverse health effects […]
CM Atishi launches Delhi solar portal – EQ
In Short : Delhi Chief Minister Atishi launched the Delhi Solar Portal, aimed at facilitating rooftop solar panel installations for residents and businesses. The platform offers features like a solar calculator for estimating savings, online applications for net metering, and subsidies under the Delhi Solar Policy. The initiative targets 750 MW of rooftop solar capacity […]
Delhi environment minister announces steps as pollution levels soar – EQ
In Short : Delhi’s Environment Minister has announced a series of measures in response to rising pollution levels in the city. These steps aim to address air quality concerns, including stricter regulations on construction activities, promoting the use of public transport, and increasing awareness campaigns. The government is focusing on immediate actions to mitigate the […]
Delhi Hits Record Peak Power Demand Of 8000 MW, Highest In The History Of The National Capital – EQ
In Short : Delhi has hit a record peak power demand of 8,000 MW, the highest in the city’s history. This unprecedented demand underscores the significant energy needs of the national capital, especially during extreme weather conditions, and highlights the importance of robust energy infrastructure and management. In Detail : Wednesday marked the fourth consecutive […]
Delhi power demand all-time high at 7,717 Mw amid intense summer heat – EQ
In Short : Delhi’s power demand has hit an all-time high of 7,717 MW amid intense summer heat. This record demand highlights the challenges of ensuring adequate electricity supply during peak periods and underscores the need for efficient energy management and infrastructure improvements. In Detail : According to the State Load Dispatch Centre (SLDC), Delhi, […]
Heatwave alert: Delhi’s Najafgarh warmest in India at 47.4 degrees Celsius, check details – EQ
In Short – Delhi’s Najafgarh recorded the highest temperature in India, reaching 47.4 degrees Celsius amid a severe heatwave alert. Authorities advise residents to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak heat, and take necessary precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. The extreme temperatures highlight the ongoing impacts of climate change and the urgent need for […]
Delhi unveils plans to achieve 4.5 GW of solar capacity by 2027 through its new solar policy – EQ
In Short : Installation of rooftop solar panels is scheduled for 645 government buildings in Delhi, a significant move towards promoting renewable energy utilization and sustainability across the capital’s infrastructure. In Detail : The Delhi government aims to increase the solar capacity by three times from the current capacity of 1,500 Mega Watt (MW) to […]
Rooftop solar panels to be installed on 645 government buildings in Delhi – EQ
Rooftop solar panels to be installed on 645 government buildings in Delhi The Delhi government aims to increase the solar capacity by three times from the current capacity of 1,500 Mega Watt (MW) to 4,500 Mega Watt (MW) by 2027. In Short – In a significant move towards sustainable energy adoption, rooftop solar panels are […]
Delhi joins UN-backed campaign to build climate resilience, commits to 25 pc green cover – EQ
Delhi has joined the “Race to Resilience”, a UN-backed campaign to catalyse a step-change in the global ambition for climate resilience, with pledges including achieving a 25 per cent green cover within the next five years. Delhi’s participation in the “Race to Resilience”, announced during an event at the Climate Week NYC on Wednesday, comes […]