In Short : The PM-KUSUM scheme has benefited more than 21.77 lakh farmers by promoting solar-powered irrigation and decentralized renewable energy. The initiative supports installation of solar pumps, feeder solarization, and grid-connected renewable plants. By reducing diesel dependence and lowering electricity costs, the scheme enhances farmer income, improves energy access, and accelerates rural clean energy […]
Andhra Pradesh to Release 46,000 Pending Free Power Connections for Farmers Before Next Cropping Season – EQ
In Short : Andhra Pradesh Government has announced the release of 46,000 pending free agricultural power connections ahead of the upcoming cropping season. The move aims to strengthen irrigation access, support farm productivity, and reduce financial burden on farmers. The initiative reinforces the state’s commitment to rural welfare and reliable electricity supply for the agricultural […]
Maharashtra Accelerates 5,000 MW Solar Drive for Farmers with 2025 Deadline – EQ
In Short : Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis has set a September 2025 deadline to solarize 5,000 MW of agricultural feeders under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0. The initiative aims to provide daytime power to farmers while reducing the state’s electricity subsidy burden. So far, around 1,000 MW has been achieved, with efforts underway to […]
Muradpur’s Solar Lift Irrigation Brings Sustainable Water Solutions to Farmers – EQ
In Short : Muradpur has launched a solar-powered lift irrigation scheme, offering a sustainable lifeline to local farmers. The project aims to ensure reliable water supply for irrigation by using solar energy to power pumps that lift water to higher elevation fields. This eco-friendly solution is expected to improve agricultural productivity, reduce dependence on erratic […]
MP budget session: Governor highlights Rs 30 lakh crore investment proposals, solar pumps to farmers – EQ
In Short : Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel, during the state’s budget session, announced significant investment proposals worth Rs 30 lakh crore aimed at boosting infrastructure, industries, and sustainable development. He emphasized the state’s focus on renewable energy, particularly the distribution of solar pumps to farmers, to promote agricultural efficiency and reduce dependency on conventional […]
Tamil Nadu govt to provide 50,000 free power connections to farmers: Minister – EQ Mag Pro
The announcement comes close on the heels of the DMK government’s success in providing, for the first time, one lakh agriculture service connections in less than a year during 2021-22 fiscal. The Tamil Nadu government will provide 50,000 free agriculture service connections to farmers during 2022-’23 fiscal, Electricity Minister V Senthil Balaji informed the Assembly […]
Using Unique Technology, Farmers Can Now Generate Hydrogen From Stubble Burning
With the countdown to the monsoon withdrawal officially beginning, apprehension of bad air quality days has started. And amongst the many sources that cause pollution is ‘parali’ (stubble burning) by farmers in Punjab and Haryana. Now, the farmers can look forward to earning from this agri-waste but also help in the generation of hydrogen. Researchers […]
Rajasthan Farmers to Get Rs 1,000 Monthly Grant Under Kisan Mitra Urja Yojna
Jaipur : Farmers in Rajasthan will get a monthly grant of Rs 1,000 under the ‘Kisan Mitra Urja Yojna’ which was launched by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Saturday. Under this scheme, for which an additional expenditure of Rs 1,450 crore will be incurred annually, electricity for agricultural purposes will become almost free for the […]
Tender Results : Andhra Pradesh 6.4 GW Solar Tender Won by Torrent, Adani, NTPC and Shirdi Sai Electricals
Reverse auction has been conducted by Andhra Pradesh Green Energy Corporation Limited as per the terms and conditions of RFS for the 6400 MW solar Photo-Voltaic bids at 10 locations. The following are the results of the reverse auction. Final Letter of Award will be granted subject to the outcome of WP 674 of 2021 […]
Will hydrogen hit the high notes for farmers?
The Queensland government released its Hydrogen Industry Strategy in May 2019, outlining its commitment to delivering a sustainable hydrogen industry by 2030 to provide opportunities for domestic users and develop new export markets. The strategy focused on renewable hydrogen or green hydrogen, which is produced by renewable energy or from residual biomass. Hydrogen has advantages […]