In a world grappling with climate change and energy security, India has emerged as a beacon of progress in the biofuel sector, close to achieving its ambitious 20% ethanol blending (E20) target five years ahead of the original 2030 deadline. This milestone, driven by a robust policy framework, strategic investments,...
A study led by UNDP, in partnership with the Pardee Institute and Octopus Energy, finds that aligning renewable energy targets with broader development policies could lift 193 million people out of extreme poverty by 2060 and generate US$ 20.4 trillion in global savings. The study analyzes three energy scenarios, highlighting...
India’s fields are turning golden with maize, as this versatile crop surges to the forefront of agriculture, driven by soaring demand for livestock feed, food, and biofuels. With a projected 5-10% rise in output for the 2025-26 crop year, fueled by expanded cultivation and supportive government policies, maize is poised...
The EV charging infrastructure market is poised for rapid growth, fuelled by increasing EV adoption and advancements such as ultra-fast and wireless charging, smart grid connectivity, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. A recent report by Persistence Market Research estimates that the global EV charging infrastructure market will rise from US$ 31.1...
As India faces record-breaking electricity demand driven by extreme heat and soaring use of air conditioners, the government is preparing to introduce new guidelines to standardise default AC temperature settings. Led by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), the move aims to improve energy efficiency, reduce stress on the...
India’s clean energy ambitions are getting a dramatic upgrade not from deserts alone, but from rooftops, ponds, plantations, highways, and even urban facades. A groundbreaking reassessment by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) reveals that India’s true solar potential is a staggering 10,830 GW nearly 15 times higher than previously...
India’s road to net-zero emissions by 2070 hinges on massive investments in clean energy, while still balancing economic growth and energy security. A new report by Moody’s and ICRA outlines the scale of investment needed—particularly in the power sector and highlights both the challenges and emerging opportunities across infrastructure, coal,...
In a bold step toward cleaner transportation, the Maharashtra government has announced a new Electric Vehicle (EV) policy targeting 30% EV penetration in the state by 2030. With a strong focus on incentives, infrastructure, and innovation, the policy aims to make Maharashtra a hub for EV manufacturing and adoption while...
The rise of electric vehicles is transforming the auto component industry by increasing content per vehicle and creating new opportunities for suppliers, especially in EV-specific parts like batteries and controllers. However, the shift also poses risks to manufacturers reliant on ICE components and faces challenges such as import dependency and...
India’s wind energy sector is advancing toward its 2030 target of 100 GW by expanding capacity, innovating technology, and developing its workforce. With over 50 GW already installed, the industry supports the government’s clean energy goals and is poised to boost manufacturing, create jobs, and emerge as a global export...
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