renewable energy usage

  • India caught between Energy Security and Climate Action

    Of the many declarations made at the COP 28, the one that has caught significant attention is the pledge that over 130 countries took to triple renewable energy capacity, and double the global rate of energy efficiency by 2030.

  • Priyanka Bakaya: Changing Trash into Energy

    Nearly a decade ago, Priyanka Bakaya set out on a mission to turn plastic waste into something valuable. Today, her company Renewlogy is making profitable strides by converting non-recyclable plastic into high-value fuels like diesel. Bakaya's story is not just about entrepreneurial success but a testament to human progress in the renewable energy sector.

  • Fighting For Their Island Homes: The Inspiring Journey of the Pacific Climate Warriors

    The Pacific Island nations are among the most vulnerable to climate change impacts, despite contributing less than 0.03% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Rising sea levels, increased intensity and frequency of natural disasters, food and water insecurity, and the loss of land and cultural heritage are some of the challenges faced by these communities.

  • Sustainable Studies: The Green School in Bali, Indonesia

    Indonesia's serene island of Bali is celebrated for its lush landscapes, vibrant culture, and now, an educational revolution. Amidst the dense jungles and sprawling rice fields, an extraordinary school is redefining the traditional norms of education. Welcome to Green School Bali, an international pre-kindergarten to high school that is as green as it is innovative. This radically different learning institute is dedicated to nurturing a new generation of changemakers equipped to tackle global issues like climate change.

  • Xochitl’s Sunny Invention: The Magic 'Warm Bath' That Warms Hearts and Water

    Once upon a time in Mexico, there lived a young girl named Xochitl Guadalupe Cruz Lopez. She wasn't your ordinary kid, she was a young inventor, and she had a bright idea to help her community using the power of the sun! Xochitl lived in a town called San Cristóbal de las Casas, which is in a region of Mexico where many people didn't have a lot of money. Most people in this region reside in the highlands, where temperatures can reach extreme lows. Xochitl noticed that many people in her town didn't have warm water for bathing, especially during the chilly days. They had to use firewood, gas, or oil to heat water, and that was not only expensive but also harmful to the environment. She was just a kid, but she wanted to make a difference. Even though she didn't have many fancy things, she decided to create her very own science lab at home.

  • Ethanol Ecosystem will contribute in India's Path to a Sustainable Future in Transportation

    Imagine a fuel that's good for the environment, made from things like sugarcane and leftover bits from farming. Let's dive into the sweet story of ethanol and how it's changing the way we fuel our vehicles. Ethanol, a remarkable biofuel, is taking center stage in India's efforts to transform the transportation sector into a more sustainable and eco-friendly domain. Ethanol is making waves in India and positively impacting our environment.

  • A modular greenhouse is helping farmers become climate-resilient

    There are nearly 100 million smallholder farmers in India who are real-life magicians, using their secret spells to grow the yummy food we eat every day! But here is something you might not know — for two-thirds of these farmers, their expenses are way greater than the hard work they put in!

  • Dr. Chetan Singh Solanki: The Man Bringing Solar Smiles

    In the heart of a small village in Madhya Pradesh, where connectivity was a constant challenge and a single classroom held five classes, a young boy named Chetan Singh Solanki dreamt big. Little did he know, his dreams would one day bring the magic of sunlight to millions of lives across India.

  • DR. MARTIN GREEN: A SHINING STAR IN SOLAR SCIENCE

    Have you ever wondered how we can use the sun's rays to power our homes and schools? Meet Dr. Martin Green, a brilliant scientist who's as amazing as the sun! He is called the

  • Green Financing for Achieving Net Zero by 2070

    India is curiously positioned in the global landscape of climate change. It is among the most vulnerable countries with high exposure to extreme weather events, causing human, infrastructural, ecological, and economic losses. According to the World Meteorological Organization, India suffered a loss of US$ 87 billion due to climate-related events in 2021. In a similar vein, India is steadfastly pursuing its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2070. When it comes to climate change performance, it is reportedly among the top 5 countries in the world, and the best among the G20 nations.