In the backdrop of a global climate crisis, the decade-long transformation of the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry is nothing short of phenomenal. From an annual market size of 17 GW in 2010 to a staggering 240 GW by 2022, the sector has witnessed an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) Read more…
“Design innovation is transforming buildings, making them smarter, greener and more beautiful,” a belief we at Firstgreen Consulting stand by. Understanding the Design OP Jindal University campus at Sonepat, Haryana, is a shining example of this belief. It uses a blend of steel structures and 6-inch thick precast concrete slabs Read more…
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is an authoritative entity that assembles and assesses the science of climate change. Boasting an international legion of contributors, the IPCC has over 234 scientists from 66 nations lending their expertise. This international collective of scientists meticulously reviews thousands of scientific documents annually, Read more…
“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” – Steve Jobs A revolutionary paradigm shift is on the horizon in the sphere of architectural design and construction. One such groundbreaking example is the structural design of the OP Jindal University campus at Read more…
“The OPIS benchmark assessment for modules from China, the Chinese Module Marker (CMM), fell for a third consecutive week, notching downward to $0.196 per Watt peak (wp). This week, upstream prices in China weakened even more dramatically than previously and overseas demand for modules remains muted, two factors that industry Read more…
Introduction Bill Gates’s wise observation underscores the critical importance of shifting towards alternative, renewable energy sources such as green hydrogen. A testament to this inevitability is the recent submission of a $5 billion plan for a national green hydrogen hub by the Indian Hydrogen Alliance (IH2A) to the Indian Government. Read more…
Introduction In the realm of green energy, innovation is the linchpin that drives us forward. A shining example of this principle in action is the recent collaboration between Bharat Petroleum Corp (BPCL) and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) to scale up alkaline electrolyzer technology for green hydrogen production. BPCL: Fueling Read more…
Introduction Mahatma Gandhi’s profound words reflect the urgency of making sustainable choices in the present for a better future. Living up to this sentiment, NHPC has initiated the bidding process for a pilot project aimed at establishing a green hydrogen-based mobility station in Kargil, Ladakh. NHPC: Pioneering Green Hydrogen Projects Read more…
Introduction Stephanie Mills’s quote reminds us of the immense potential of harnessing renewable energy sources. Indeed, India’s National Electricity Plan (NEP) reflects this sentiment, outlining ambitious targets for the growth of renewable energy capacity in the country. India’s Rising Renewable Energy Capacity According to the NEP, India’s renewable energy (RE) Read more…
Introduction Charles F. Kutscher’s words capture the essence of wind energy, a powerful form of renewable energy derived indirectly from the sun. A significant milestone in India’s wind energy journey has been the recent Power Sale Agreement (PSA) signed between the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and GRIDCO, the Read more…