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Importance of Renewable Energy

The energy that is provided by renewable energy resources is used in 5 important areas such as air and water cooling/heating, electricity generation, the rural sector, and transportation. According to a report in 2016 by REN21, the global energy consumption by the use of renewable energy resources contributed to 19.2% in 2014 and 23.7% in 2015.

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Amplifying the use of renewable resources to reach a target of 90%. Formulating policies that encourage innovation and facilitate the large-scale deployment of clean technologies. Gradually phasing out coal-fired power plants with a goal to eliminate them completely by 2050. Promoting the development and usage of biofuels.

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Green Hydrogen: Opportunities and Challenges

Green hydrogen is a clean, emission-free energy source produced through the electrolysis of water, using renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydropower. Unlike traditional, carbon-intensive "grey" hydrogen, green hydrogen is a virtually zero-emission fuel, making it an important component in the fight against climate

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Mineral Security Partnership and India

Mineral demand for clean energy technologies is set to quadruple by 2050 in both the Announced Pledges and Net Zero Scenarios. Demand for each of the 5 key critical minerals increases 1.5 to 7 times by 2030 in our Net Zero Scenario as clean technology deployment soars.

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Indian Power Sector

Solar energy is estimated to contribute 63.3 GW, followed by 41.9 GW from wind power, 10.2 GW from biomass, 4.92 GW from small hydropower, 0.52 from waste to energy, and 46.85 GW from hydropower. As of March 2023, India has a total thermal installed capacity of 237.2 GW of which 57.7% of the thermal power is obtained from coal

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Towards Green Energy Transition

First, a concerted push for clean electrification through scaling up the deployment of renewable energy technologies. Second, a focus on energy efficiency and

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Clean energy targets | IASbaba

In News: India has achieved clean energy targets nine years ahead of schedule – stated the Union Power Ministry. India has installed 162 GW (1 GW is 1,000 MW) of renewable energy capacity, which is 41% of the 402 GW of electricity installed.; India reached this target on November 2021.; In 2015, India committed to ensuring that 40% of

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India''s Power Sector in 2030: Shift to Renewables and Coal''s

Integrating large-scale renewable energy into existing power grids can be complex. Upgrading grid infrastructure and balancing mechanisms is necessary for

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Renewable energy in India

Renewable energy is defined as energy that comes from resources, which are naturally replenished on their own. The major renewable energy sources presently

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India-US Strategic Clean Energy Partnership

Key highlights of the 2023 meeting are: Establishment of the public-private Energy Storage Task Force and related efforts to support large-scale integration of

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Solar Energy: Potential of India

India''s potential in building sustainable solar energy capacity. India is endowed with vast solar energy potential. About 5,000 trillion kWh per year of energy is incident over India''s land area with most

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What is Clean Energy? How Does it Work? Why is it

Clean energy is energy that comes from renewable, zero emission sources that do not pollute the atmosphere when used, as well as energy saved by energy efficiency measures. There is a degree of crossover between

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India''s clean energy transition is rapidly underway, benefiting the

A transition to clean energy is a huge economic opportunity. India is particularly well placed to become a global leader in renewable batteries and green hydrogen. These and other low-carbon technologies could create a market worth up to $80 billion in India by 2030. Support from the international community is essential to help shift

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Green Growth: India''s strategy for Green Economy

India''s Green Growth strategy. Green growth, from green credits to green energy to green mobility to green farming, was among the seven main priorities that the latest budget announced. Indian green growth and energy transmission are outlined on three pillars: Increasing the production of renewable energy. Reducing the use of fossil

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NATIONAL CLEAN ENERGY FUND (NCEF)

Key Findings by 42nd standing committee on energy on stressed gas-based power plants: Out of India''s total installed capacity of about 345 GW of power, gas-based capacity is about 25 GW or 7.2%. However, its share in terms of generation is only 3.8% as 14,305 MW of gas-based capacity is stranded due to non-availability of domestic

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Clean Energy in India: IEEFA & Ember Report Analysis for UPSC

The report recommends multifaceted and collaborative efforts to increase the supply and demand of clean energy, revamping the transmission infrastructure, more

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7 Initiatives by the Government to Promote Energy Efficiency

Energy Conservation Building Codes (ECBC) by the Ministry of Power. 3. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE) under NAPCC. 4. School Education Program by Bureau of Energy Efficiency and NCERT. 5. Human Resource Development (HRD) 6. Promotion of Energy-Efficient LED Bulbs – UJALA scheme.

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Distribution of Key Natural Resources Across the World

Nuclear Energy Resources. In recent years, nuclear energy has shown to be a reliable source. Uranium and thorium are significant minerals utilized in the production of nuclear energy. Uranium Resources: Australia: Australia has the world''s largest known uranium reserves, accounting for a significant portion of global uranium resources. The

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Methane hydrates: A future clean energy resource

The ever-increasing demand for natural gas has prompted expanding research and development activities worldwide for exploring methane hydrates as a future energy resource. With its vast global resource volume (~ 3000 trillion cubic meter CH 4) and high energy storage capacity (170 CH 4v / v methane hydrate), recovering energy

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Methane hydrates: A future clean energy resource

The supply of NG has been increasingly met by the shale gas boom and the future demand can be met by the prospects of methane hydrates (MHs) adding to the reserves of unconventional natural gas. MH is the most abundantly available resource of CH 4 in nature. In fact, the energy trapped in MH is more than twice of all the fossil fuels

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Critical Minerals

The significance of these minerals has increased with the global transition towards clean energy and the growing reliance on technology-driven economies. The development and management of critical mineral resources are pivotal for India''s ambition to become a leading player in the global market for high-tech products and renewable

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Clean Energy in India: IEEFA & Ember Report Analysis for UPSC

A comprehensive report was released by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and Ember India in 2023. This report scrutinizes the progress of Indian states in their transition towards clean, renewable energy. This article aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the report, particularly useful for the IAS

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[Burning Issue] Energy Transition & Challenges

India''s Energy Transition: Context- Setting. (1) Ambitious Target. India''s energy transition is characterized by its ambitious targets. By the year 2022, India seeks to provide all households in the country 24×7 power. By 2022, India also seeks to install 175 GW of new renewable energy (RE) in the country. (2) NDC Commitments.

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What do you understand by Clean energy? Discuss the

Clean energy is the energy derived from renewable, zero-emissions sources as well as energy saved through energy efficiency measures. To be truly clean

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Geothermal Energy

It is a renewable resource that can be harvested for human use. Geothermal power is electrical power generated from geothermal energy. Technologies in use include dry steam power

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Green Hydrogen: Opportunities and Challenges

Green hydrogen is a clean, emission-free energy source produced through the electrolysis of water, using renewable energy sources such as wind, solar,

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Renewable & Non-Conventional Sources Of Energy

These renewable energy resources are also known as non-conventional or inexhaustible or alternate energy sources. These energy sources are solar, flowing water, wind, hydrogen and geothermal.

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India''s Green-Energy Transition

Incentivising in Least-Cost Energy Solutions: India can encourage university-level innovations that help India pursue an economically viable clean energy

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India''s Effective Approach to Renewable Energy and Sustainable

The mission set a target of installing 20,000 megawatts (MW) of grid-connected solar power capacity by 2022. However, this target was achieved four years ahead of schedule, leading to an increased commitment to solar energy. Solar Power Capacity Expansion: India has witnessed significant growth in solar power capacity over

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