In Short : Madhya Pradesh’s Morena solar-plus-storage project has delivered India’s cheapest firm green power at ₹2.70 per unit, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced. With 95% annual availability, the facility supplies solar energy by day and battery-stored power during peak hours. The project sets a benchmark for affordable, round-the-clock renewable energy, reducing subsidy burdens and […]
In a landmark development under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the first-ever auction conducted by SECI for the procurement of Green Ammonia under the SIGHT Scheme (Mode-2A) has achieved a record low price discovery of ₹55.75/kg. This pioneering auction covers the supply of 75,000 metric tonnes per annum of Green Ammonia to Paradeep Phosphates Limited, […]
In Short : In Parliament, the Environment Ministry disclosed that only 25 out of 130 cities under the National Clean Air Programme achieved the 40% PM₁₀ reduction target. While 103 cities showed some improvement, fund utilisation remains low—Delhi spent only around 22–32% of its allocation. MPs expressed concern over rising pollution levels in cities like […]
In Short : MNRE Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi met Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja to review the National Green Hydrogen Mission and PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Odisha’s potential as a hydrogen hub and rooftop solar expansion were key topics. Officials emphasized infrastructure, water availability, and accelerating installations through the ULA model to boost […]
In Short : Adani Electricity Mumbai Ltd (AEML) has topped three national rankings by the Ministry of Power, earning an A+ rating for performance and customer service. Recognized as India’s best urban and overall utility, AEML sets new benchmarks in efficiency, sustainability, and consumer satisfaction, reinforcing its leadership in the power distribution sector. In Detail […]
In Short : National Energy Conservation Day, observed on December 14th in India, promotes awareness of energy conservation and sustainable practices. Led by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), it highlights the importance of reducing energy waste, adopting renewable energy, and implementing efficient technologies. The day features campaigns, awards, and initiatives to inspire collective efforts […]
In Short : The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), launched in 2019, aims to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 levels by 20-30% by 2024 (baseline: 2017). Targeting 131 non-attainment cities, it focuses on city-specific action plans, stricter pollution controls, and enhanced monitoring. NCAP promotes collaboration among governments and stakeholders to improve air quality and safeguard public […]
We are happy to announce that EQ is organizing an e-Award function for Solar Industry of India as India National Level Annual Awards Show, based on achievements of 2020-21, which is powered by EQ iSearch streaming live on May 26, 2021. Please register to attend the award ceremony, watch live Award Winners, hear them out, […]
New Delhi: All India Power Engineers Federation (AIPEF) condemned the move of the central government’ to amend the National Electricity Policy in order to facilitate the privatization of the power sector. AIPEF stated that the proposed changes need extensive discussions and the time required for submission of comments should be six months. The Federation said […]
National governments face an enormous triple challenge right now: recovering from COVID-19, creating sustainable and inclusive development, and addressing the climate crisis. New research shows that focusing on cities is key to overcoming these challenges while generating considerable economic, social and environmental benefits. A report by the Coalition for Urban Transitions, Seizing the Urban Opportunity, […]