Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have emerged as a groundbreaking photovoltaics (PV) technology, based on metal halide perovskites (MHPs) such as methylammonium or formamidinium lead iodide (MAPbI3 or FAPbI3, respectively). MHPs possess several desired characteristics for PV absorbers, including a direct bandgap with a strong absorption coefficient, long carrier lifetime and Read more
India’s renewable energy sector has been witnessing remarkable growth over the past few years, driven by government initiatives, technological advancements, and increased investments from domestic and international players. One of the leading companies in this sector is Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), a part of the Adani Group, which has Read more
I The renewable energy (RE) sector has experienced significant growth in recent years, with developers actively building their asset portfolios, optimizing operations, and employing exit strategies to maximize returns. In this blog post, we will discuss the investment strategies in developing RE assets, the portfolio development process, project development stages, Read more
India is experiencing rapid urbanization, and the rural-urban split is projected to be 50-50 by 2045, up from roughly 67-33 today. As India’s cities continue to grow, the urban heat island effect is worsening. Combined with the impact of climate change, cities could become as much as 4°C warmer and Read more
In 2018, the Government of India imposed a 25% safeguard duty on imported solar panels from China and Malaysia. While the move was aimed at promoting the domestic manufacturing of solar panels and reducing the country’s reliance on imported solar equipment, it has led to a legal dispute between the Read more
The high Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate for solar projects has been a major point of contention for solar developers in India. The Solar Power Developers Association (SPDA) and the National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI), two major industry bodies representing the solar energy sector in India, have Read more
Job Title: Solar Technician/Cleaner Company: Firstgreen Consulting Location: Guwahati, Assam Job Type: Full-time Job Summary: Firstgreen Consulting is seeking a Solar Technician/Cleaner to join our Operations and Maintenance team for our rooftop solar projects in Guwahati, Assam. The Solar Technician/Cleaner will be responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance Read more
Light pollution, caused by excessive or misdirected artificial outdoor lighting, has become a growing concern in recent years. It not only affects our ability to appreciate the beauty of the night sky, but it also has negative impacts on human health, wildlife, and the environment. As a result, many organizations Read more
Thermal comfort, or the sensation of feeling neither too hot nor too cold, is a critical aspect of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in buildings. Achieving thermal comfort is important for the well-being, productivity, and satisfaction of building occupants. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) has developed Read more
: “The success and sustainability of rooftop solar investments, as well as the achievement of national renewable energy targets, depend to a large extent on the performance of these systems which, in turn, depends upon the quality of the systems, their components, the workmanship during installation, operations and maintenance during Read more