The voluntary carbon market has been growing in recent years, with companies and governments around the world looking to offset their emissions by purchasing carbon credits from projects that reduce or avoid greenhouse gas emissions. Africa, with its vast potential for renewable energy and nature-based solutions, has a significant role Read more
Micro Carbon Credits: A Promising Solution for Smallholder Farmers Smallholder farmers are the backbone of the food supply in many countries, including Africa, where they contribute up to 70% of the food supply. However, smallholder farmers often face challenges in accessing and benefiting from carbon markets due to high upfront Read more
Perform Achieve and Trade (PAT) is a scheme initiated by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency under the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency. It is a market-based mechanism aimed at improving energy efficiency in energy-intensive industries. The scheme is part of the National Action Plan on Climate Change launched by Read more
Energy Conservation Certificates (ECerts) are tradable certificates issued by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in India as part of the Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme. These certificates represent the amount of energy saved by an organization beyond the targets set by BEE. The trading of ECerts takes place Read more
The Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme was introduced in India in 2012 as a market-based mechanism to promote energy efficiency in energy-intensive sectors. Under the scheme, Designated Consumers (DCs) are assigned energy-saving targets, and they are required to achieve these targets or face penalties. One of the key features Read more
n recent years, the world has witnessed a growing concern for the need to tackle climate change. Governments, businesses, and civil society organizations have come together to identify ways to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change. One such initiative is the Science-Based Targets initiative Read more
Polysilicon is a critical material in the production of solar cells, integrated circuits, and other electronic devices. The production of high-purity polysilicon requires several stages of purification to remove impurities and achieve the desired level of purity. In this article, we will discuss the five stages of polysilicon purification, including Read more
Solar power plants require AC cables to connect various components such as inverters, transformers, and switchgears. The selection of AC cables is crucial for the performance, safety, and efficiency of the entire system. Here are the five key considerations in the selection of AC cables for your solar power plant: Read more
The AC side design of a solar power plant is critical to ensure that the generated energy is efficiently distributed to the grid. The design should be such that it provides reliable, safe, and cost-effective power transmission. In this article, we will discuss five key considerations in AC side design Read more
Solar power plants are complex systems that require a reliable SCADA and control system to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The SCADA system is responsible for monitoring and controlling various equipment, including inverters, transformers, energy meters, and more. In this article, we will discuss the five key considerations in selecting Read more