The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) took a significant step towards gender inclusivity in the clean energy sector by hosting an event titled "Women in Renewable Energy: Inspiring Gender Inclusion through Skill Development and Targeted Policies for Green Jobs."
India's energy subsidies have skyrocketed to a nine-year high of $39.3 billion in 2023. This surge is a response to the global energy crisis of 2022 and the country's ever-growing energy demands.
India's coal industry is undergoing a surprising transformation. The Ministry of Coal has set a groundbreaking target of expanding the renewable energy capacity within the coal sector to a staggering 9 GW by 2030.
A recent update from the International Energy Agency (IEA) offers a glimmer of hope in the fight against climate change. Their report suggests that methane emissions, primarily caused by fossil fuel production and use, are poised for a decline soon. While there was a slight increase in 2023 compared to the previous year, the analysis predicts a future downturn.
A ray of sunshine is bringing much-needed support to women farmers in Bihar, India, in their fight against climate change. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has partnered with local organizations to equip women-led Self Help Groups (SHGs) with solar-powered cold storage units. This initiative addresses two crucial challenges: food spoilage and climate resilience.
The Indian government has launched the Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain-2024 campaign to promote sustainable water management practices throughout the country. This initiative builds upon the success of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan program launched in 2019 and emphasizes rainwater harvesting, women empowerment, and water conservation efforts.
The Telangana government has announced a new energy policy that prioritizes solar power generation and affordability. This policy aims to increase solar power production by establishing solar power plants on vacant lands and irrigation canals. Additionally, the government will provide free electricity up to 200 units for domestic consumers, aiming to reduce electricity bills.
In a significant push towards renewable energy, the Tripura government has announced plans to install solar panels in all public offices across the state. This initiative aims to not only reduce reliance on conventional energy sources but also promote clean energy adoption.
Under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, India has set ambitious goals, implemented progressive policies, and launched creative projects on the path to green energy leadership. With a focus on renewable energy, India intends to reach 500 GW of renewable capacity by 2030, exceeding its NDC goals and leading the worldwide transition to clean energy.
Tamil Nadu has historically prioritized green energy measures, with the state pioneering wind energy production since 1986. The formation of the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGECL) intends to restore the state's leadership in renewable energy. With wind, solar, hydro, and co-generation, Tamil Nadu has a total green energy capacity of 34,700 MW, which exceeds 50% of its energy mix.
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