Decentralised renewable energy key to cutting subsidies and power losses: IREDA CMD
Davos, Jan 21 (IANS) Decentralised renewable energy has the potential to significantly reduce government subsidies, cut Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses and make power more affordable, Pradip Kumar Das, Chairman and Managing Director of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) said on Wednesday. Das was speaking at a panel discussion titled ‘Scaling Solar […]
India, Germany ink slew of pacts to boost ties in trade, technology, renewable energy
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Reiterating their support for the conclusion of the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), India and Germany on Monday signed a slew of agreements across sectors such as trade, technology, health and renewable energy. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the two sides concluded 19 agreements and made several policy […]
Mizoram freezes power tariffs for five years, ramps up renewable energy push: CM Lalduhoma
Aizawl, Dec 20 (IANS) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Saturday announced that the state government has decided not to increase electricity tariffs for the next five years, underscoring its commitment to ensuring affordable energy for all. Inaugurating the 10 MW Thenzawl Solar Power Plant, the Chief Minister said the decision was taken in the larger […]
MoS Singh, visiting Egyptian youth delegation discuss advancements in AI and renewable energy
New Delhi, Dec 3 (IANS) Union Minister of State for External Affairs (MoS) Kirti Vardhan Singh on Wednesday met a visiting Egyptian youth delegation under the bilateral youth programme, discussing ongoing advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), renewable energy and sustainable development. “Interacted with the youth delegation from Egypt under the bilateral Youth Exchange Programme. It […]
India’s installed power capacity reaches 5.05 lakh MW, renewable energy surges
New Delhi, Dec 1 (IANS) The country’s total installed generation capacity has reached 5,05,023 MW, comprising 2,45,600 MW of fossil-fuel sources and 2,59,423 MW of non-fossil fuel sources (including 2,50,643 MW from renewable energy sources), the Parliament was informed on Monday. Minister of State for Power, Shripad Yesso Naik, in a written reply in the […]
Lee expresses hope to expand cooperation with UAE in AI, renewable energy
Abu Dhabi, Nov 18 (IANS) President Lee Jae Myung said on Tuesday that South Korea aims to deepen cooperation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in strategic areas, such as artificial intelligence (AI), renewable energy and advanced technologies, with the goal of becoming one of the UAE’s major economic partners. Lee, who is currently in […]
Angolan President seeks closer ties with India in pharma, agriculture, renewable energy
New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Angolan President Goncalves Lourenco on Sunday highlighted the need for strengthening cooperation between India and Angola in various sectors, including the pharmaceutical industry, agriculture, and the renewable energy sector. “We firmly believe that this transformation will only be truly sustainable if it is supported by strong, fair, and innovative partnerships. […]
Gujarat Budget: Rs 165cr allocated for climate change; renewable energy capacity reaches 32,303 MW
Gandhinagar, March 20 (IANS) Presenting the demands of the Climate Change Department in the Gujarat Assembly, it was highlighted that the state established a dedicated Climate Change Department in 2009. This move not only set an example for India but also positioned Gujarat as a pioneer in Asia. Under the Renewable Energy Policy-2023, Gujarat has […]
Indonesia calls for incentives to boost shipbuilding, renewable energy adoption in maritime sector
Jakarta, Feb 25 (IANS) The Indonesian government is advocating for greater incentives to promote the growth of the domestic shipbuilding industry and encourage the adoption of new and renewable energy in the maritime sector. The move aims to strengthen energy independence and align with the country’s long-term commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. […]
After robust digital infra, India taking big strides in renewable energy: N Chandrasekaran
New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) After creating a world-class digital public infrastructure (DPI), India is taking giant strides in renewable energy which is another global transition sector, Tata Group Chairperson N. Chandrasekaran has stressed. The country reached 214 GW installed green energy capacity in 2024 and is firmly on track to meet its ambitious target […]
