Reducing carbon emissions has become increasingly important as companies work to mitigate the impact of their operations on the environment. Understanding the scope of emissions is crucial for any company looking to make a positive impact on the environment. In this article, we will explore the different scopes of emissions Read more…
In recent years, the Indian government has been actively pursuing a sustainable energy future, with ambitious targets for solar power capacity additions. However, the imposition of high import duties on solar modules and cells has been a significant obstacle to achieving these goals. In this article, we will explore how Read more…
The government has introduced the energy conservation bill amendment, 2022 in Lok Sabha this week. The amendment in the energy conservation bill will boost energy efficiency activities in the commercial and industrial sectors.
It is interesting to note that the solar tariffs which went as low as Rs.2.0/ KWH a year back are now heading upwards. last month we observed the solar pit tariff as Rs. 2.45/KWH in one of the SECI pits. Now the state distribution company of Maharashtra MSEDCL has discovered Rs.2.90 as the lowest tariff which shows an upward trend.
Concerns about climate change have prompted governments around the world to set net zero carbon emission targets by 2050 in order to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius before irreversible environmental disaster occurs. India has also taken its net zero targets and building centre contribution close to 30% carbon Read more…
An electric motor is an electrical machine that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. Most electric motors operate through the interaction between the motor’s magnetic field and electric current in a wire winding to generate force in the form of torque applied on the motor’s shaft. Electrical Energy Electric Motor Read more…
Electrical Transformers: A piece of electrical equipment used to convert electric power from one voltage to another voltage. Transformer losses: electrical losses in a transformer that reduces its efficiency. Following are some mandatory requirements for electrical transformers as per ECBC: Maximum Allowable Power Transformer LossesPower transformers of the proper ratings Read more…
As per ECBC, All buildings shall have provisions for installation of renewable energy systems in the future on rooftops or the site. Renewable Energy Generating Zone (REGZ) : This is the area dedicated to the renewable energy system e.g Solar PV system. Following are some of the system area requirements: Read more…
The lighting power density or LPD is the lighting load in watts/sq ft (or watts/square meter). If the building has a plenum, it is important to know how much of this load is delivered to the space and the plenum. Lights consume electricity, and are a source of sensible load. Read more…
Lighting systems and equipment shall comply with the mandatory provisions of table 6.2 and the prescriptive criteria of table 6.3 from ECBC 2017. The lighting requirements in this sections applies to the following:(a) Interior spaces of buildings,(b) Exterior building features, including facades, illuminated roofs, architectural features, entrances, exits, loading docks, Read more…