Fighting for survival

Following economic liberalisation, India's largest power equipment manufacturer BHEL is diversifying and exploring renewable energy technologies …

Electrifying ride

REVA leads the charge for electric vehicles in India

South America’s High Andes may pay for the world’s ‘green’ electric vehicle switch

Global rush to decarbonising cars is overlooking lithium mining techniques, which might dry out the region

Here come ultra-fast charging batteries

These batteries can be recharged up to 70 per cent in only two minutes and is 10 times more lasting when compared to existing lithium-ion batteries

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How green is Union Budget 2022-23?

Electric vehicle policy sees triple boost in this year‘s Union Budget

This sand battery could be a solution for Europe’s energy crisis

A new technology is keeping a Finland town warm with renewable energy

Winners of India’s top science award announced, no women on the list

Since its inception in 1958, only 19 women scientists have been the recipients of the SSB award.  

Unorganized players give e-bike a bad name

For a growing section of riders, e-bikes are a cool way out of increasing fuel costs. Naveen Munjal’s firm Hero Electric leads India’…

Hit-&-miss: EV sector gets support in Budget 2023-24, but misses out on long-term vision

Crucial research-linked incentives are missing, which are needed as EV market in India requires time to mature

Why hydrogen vs battery debate doesn’t need a winner: Understanding the emissions from ‘zero-emission vehicles’

Emission reduction by switching to electric vehicles is largely dependent on the energy source

COVID-19 causes dip in electric vehicle sales, but long-term outlook intact: Report

Only 1.9 million electric vehicles to be sold in 2020, outlook worse for cars with internal combustion engines

India’s vehicle industry needs EV mandate, finds CSE study

Mandate for production and sale of e-vehicles will help manufacturers increase supply, diversify e-vehicle models

Certification system for lead batteries finally

How close is Delhi to its electric vehicle adoption target

Of every 10 EVs registered, 5.6 are two-wheelers, 3.5 are e-rickshaws and 1 is a car

Last mile chaos

New Delhi struggles with a policy to regulate e-rickshaws

Asia-Pacific’s automobile companies discussed EVs 28% more in 2022 than last year, data shows

Indian companies held the most discussions on electric vehicles, according to analytics company GlobalData  

THE MONEY MAKERS

Auto Expo 2012 makes a green statement

COVID-19: Researchers develop portable, battery-operated ventilator

The device, called AirBridge, works as a bridge for a few hours to a few days before conventional ventilation is provided