Global electricity review 2024
Renewables generated a record 30 percent of global electricity in 2023, driven by growth in solar and wind especially from China, according to the Global Electricity Review 2024 released by the global
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BEE to train A/C showroom salesmen on energy conservation
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), a statutory body under the Union Power Ministry, is targeting to train 5,000 A/C showroom salesmen across the country on energy efficient choice this year as part of a national education programme on star labelling for air-conditioners. Of this, around 850 salesmen will be trained from Kerala.
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Plenty of wave energy to be harvested close to shore
Conventional wisdom says that wave farms must be more than 2 kilometres away from the coast, but a new analysis suggests otherwise.
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The next wave: A bright future for hydro
A quiet revolution is underway in the world of hydropower. An emerging non-dam based hydro industry holds the promise of economically viable technologies that do not deplete resources or warm the planet, and do not wipe out species, ecosystems and cultures.
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MoU signed for thermal plant in Dhenkanal
Naveen stresses use of clean coal technology to reduce pollution The 1320 MW plant is estimated at Rs 7,375 crores It is expected to provide work to some 2,600 persons BHUBANESWAR: The number of new thermal power projects in the State has increased to 27 with JSL Limited signing a memorandum of understanding with the State government to set up a 1320 MW power plant.
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Green revolution: State Assembly, Victoria Memorial join the party
Following in the footsteps of Raj Bhavan, it
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Renewing Africa with community energy
African countries are making some important strides toward a green energy sector. According to the Global Renewables Status 2009, Northern Africa boasts more than 500 MW of installed wind power, while Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania are all planning their first wind farms.
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Caparos $3-b deal blowin in the wind for Suzlon
Energy Firm In Advanced Talks To Create 3,000 MW Wind Farms Mohit Bhalla ET NOW SUZLON Energy is in advanced talks with Lord Swaraj Paul
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JSL inks MoU to set up thermal power plant
BHUBANESWAR: The State Government today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the JSL Limited for establishment of a 1320 MW super thermal power plant at Luni in Dhenkanal district. The company will draw water from the Mahanadi river system for the plant. JSL will invest Rs 7,375 crore and create employment opportunity (direct and indirect) for 2,600 persons in Orissa.
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Moser Baer to raise Rs 400 cr debt for expanding solar power
Kirtika Suneja / New Delhi May 7, 2010, 1:38 IST Global technology company Moser Baer plans to raise Rs 300-400 crore of debt in the next two to three months to fund expansion, primarily to increase the crystalline silicon capacity of its photo voltaic (PV) business by 100 Mw from the current 140 Mw.
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NTPC to pump in Rs 4,500c
STATE-RUN NTPC is investing over Rs 4,500 crore for setting up renewable energy projects in the country to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and carry forward the company