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Blended Biodiesel

Preliminary > Environment and Ecology > Pollution > Renewable energy

In news: As part of efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is looking to fly an AN-32 transport aircraft modified to operate on 10% blended biodiesel for 200 flight hours in the next six...

SEP 19

Wind energy in India

Mains > Science and Technology > Energy > Renewable energy

IN NEWS: Annual installation of new wind power projects in India will peak by 2024 and likely decline thereafter, according to a recently released report. India is expected to add 3.2 GW in 2022, 4.1 GW in 2023...

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For Mains, questions on wind energy can be asked in GS 3.
For Prelims, questions on the features of various government schemes and states with maximum wind potential can be asked.

AUG 31

‘Green Energy Open Access’ Rules

Preliminary > Environment and Ecology > Miscellaneous > Renewable energy

Why in news? The Ministry of Power has notified Electricity (Promoting Renewable Energy Through Green Energy Open Access) Rules, 2022. About the new rule: It aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable...

JUL 16

Largest floating solar PV project

Preliminary > Environment and Ecology > Miscellaneous > Renewable energy

Why in news? Ramagundam floating solar PV project's commercial operation date was recently announced. What are Floating Solar Panels? These are Photovoltaic (PV) modules mounted on platforms that flo...

JUL 2

Ethanol Blending

Mains > Economic Development > Indian Economy and issues > Renewable energy

IN NEWS: Recently, Petroleum Minister has said that the level of ethanol blending in petrol in India has reached 9.99 per cent. MORE ON NEWS: In January 2021, India brought forward its 20 per cent ethano...

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For Mains, questions on significance of ethanol blending along with its challenges and government initiatives in this regard can be asked. The content can also be used in questions related to Emission reduction, Paris deal, Sustainable development and energy security.
For Prelims, questions on characteristics of ethanol, salient features of schemes related to ethanol blending and national biofuel policy can be asked.

MAY 9

State Energy and Climate Index

Preliminary > Environment and Ecology > Miscellaneous > Renewable energy

Why in news? Gujarat grabs top spot at NITI Aayog’s State Energy and Climate Index; Kerala & Punjab ranked at second and third. About State Energy and Climate Index: The index ranked states and...

APR 12

Solar Power Sector In India

Mains > Environment & Ecology > Global warming > Renewable energy

WHY IN NEWS? India added a record 10 Gigawatt (GW) of solar energy to its cumulative installed capacity in 2021. This has been the highest 12-month capacity addition, recording nearly a 200% year-on-year growth. ...

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Mains: Questions can be asked on prospects and challenges of solar power in India, major initiatives taken in this regard, achievements made so far etc.
Prelims: Questions are expected on National Solar Mission, International Solar Alliance etc.

MAR 23

Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia Policy

Preliminary > Environment and Ecology > Miscellaneous > Renewable energy

Why in news? The Centre recently notified the green hydrogen and green ammonia policy aimed at boosting the domestic production of green hydrogen to 5 million tonnes by 2030 and making India an export hub for the c...

MAR 4

Perovskite solar cells

Preliminary > Science and Technology > Miscellaneous > Renewable energy

What are Perovskite solar cells? They represent the most exciting approach to build solar cells that are inexpensive and highly efficient. A perovskite solar cell is one that includes a perovskite-structured comp...

FEB 2

Ethanol

Preliminary > Environment and Ecology > Miscellaneous > Renewable energy

Why in news? India is on course to outshine China as the world’s third largest ethanol consumer by 2026 as it accelerates the transformation towards a clean energy ecosystem with the objective of becoming car...

JAN 5