Day: November 18, 2024
EKI secures grant from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for Surya Nutan project
In a statement, EKI said, "Its indoor solar cooking device Surya Nutan distribution project for tribal and underprivileged regions of India is now being supported by a pilot grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF)".
North India facing medical emergency due to stubble burning: Atishi
Lauding the AAP-ruled Punjab, she said it is the only state where the cases of stubble burning have come down significantly. In BJP-ruled states, they have gone up, she claimed.
Aditya Ultra Steel to set up 5 MW solar plant; posts Rs 5.87cr profit for Apr-Sept
The company in a statement on Saturday said its revenue from operations stood at INR 312.39 crore in the first six months of 2024-25. Operating profit stood at INR 10.50 crore in the period under review.
Solar industry urges govt for mgf status to panel production
Under 'renewables manufacturing' in RIPS-2024, enterprises engaged in manufacturing (not assembling) of solar cells, semiconductors, storage batteries used in storing solar power, solar PV cells, and solar electric charging equipment are included. Solar panel manufacturing is described as an…
Enhancing Commitment to Deep, Rapid and Sustained Emission Reductions – Alliance for Industry Decarbonization CEO High Level Dialog
During a pivotal CEO high level dialog on coordinated actions towards raising aspiration for decarbonization at COP29, the Alliance for Industry Decarbonization (AFID), co-chaired by Siemens Energy and EMSTEEL, has announced four strategic commitments to address the challenges related to…
Sheo MLA, villagers continue to protest solar company’s project
Expressing concerns over shifting administrative control from Jaipur to Gujarat, the MLA accused local govt officials of bias in favour of the company.
COP29: India expresses dissatisfaction with developed countries over climate finance
As expected, India continued to be vocal about climate finance arrangements, primarily from the developed countries that are huge carbon emitters. Climate finance typically refers to any financing that seeks to support mitigation and adaptation actions that will address climate change.
Odisha delegation embarks on first day of Singapore visit to attract global investments
The High Commissioner informed the delegation about the recent trade and commerce-related developments between the two countries. He also highlighted the role of Indian states like Odisha in further strengthening this bilateral relationship, especially in sectors like Chemicals and Petrochemicals,…
ACME Sun Power secures Rs 3,753-cr term loan from REC
The loan has been secured for the development and construction of a 320-MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) project in collaboration with SJVN.
Climate change responsible for 19 pc of rising dengue cases: Study
Amid record year for dengue infections globally, a new study has found that climate change is responsible for 19 per cent of rising dengue burden.