In an industrial facility, motors are the driving force behind various equipment, making energy efficiency in motors a crucial factor in reducing energy consumption. International and national standards, such as the International Efficiency (IE) classes, have been established to define different efficiency levels for motors. These standards guide the classification Read more…
Energy efficiency plays a vital role in reducing energy consumption and mitigating the environmental impact of various appliances. Recognizing the importance of energy efficiency, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) established the Standards and Labelling (S&L) program in 2007 under the Ministry of Power (MoP) in India. This program aims Read more…
The voluntary carbon market is a global marketplace where companies, individuals, and governments can voluntarily offset their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by purchasing carbon credits, known as voluntary carbon offsets, from projects that reduce or remove GHG emissions. In this article, we explore how voluntary carbon offsets are produced, the Read more…
A growing body of research highlights the impact of nutrition on our health and well-being. In response to this, the design and management of spaces, particularly in the context of commercial buildings and workplaces, must address nourishment as a key aspect of a healthy environment. This blog article explores the Read more…
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), the renewable energy arm of the Adani Group, has emerged as a significant player in the renewable energy sector in India. With a focus on wind-solar hybrid power plants, AGEL’s portfolio has witnessed a massive expansion over the years. In this article, we will discuss Read more…
India’s electricity sector is experiencing tremendous growth, driven by an increasing demand for power, industrialization, and the need for renewable energy integration. The sector is complex and involves multiple national and state-level players in the generation, transmission, distribution, and retail of electricity. Tariff setting is an essential component of the Read more…
As India moves towards higher renewable energy (RE) integration into its power system, it becomes imperative to address the inherent variability and uncertainty associated with solar and wind generation. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has identified six phases of system integration of renewables, which are associated with different flexibility requirements. Read more…
India has been witnessing a surge in renewable energy investments, with major companies taking the lead in driving the country’s transition towards a sustainable energy future. In December 2021, Tata Power, India’s largest integrated power company, secured a contract from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) to set up Read more…
India’s remarkable progress in the renewable energy sector has not gone unnoticed. In 2021, the country was ranked third on the EY Renewable Energy Country Attractive Index (RECAI), a testament to its potential as a global renewable energy powerhouse. The RECAI ranks 40 countries on the attractiveness of their renewable Read more…
Ayana Renewable Power, an Indian renewable energy company backed by the UK government’s CDC Group, National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), and Eversource Capital, has announced ambitious plans to set up renewable energy projects totaling 2 gigawatts (GW) in the state of Karnataka. With an investment of US$ 1.53 billion, Read more…