Minigrids are evolving to be reliable sources of access to renewable energy in rural India
Small systems can be sized to cater to rural energy needs
Prepare for more grid failures
Load on the grid will be about four times higher in August
Pitroda holds Twitter conference to announce high-speed Internet connectivity to universities
PM's advisor fields questions from journalists and citizens on microblogging site
Power grid FAQ
Unlocking power of pumped storage hydropower: A sustainable energy solution
Shot in the arm to projects after attendance of Union Minister of Power at an event for PSH
New algorithms can thwart Internet of Things attack on power grid
While one code will balance power supply, the other will cut short outages
Africa’s energy poverty: Grid expansion, stronger financing, balancing renewable ambitions with gas solution for Nigeria
Nigerians unable to afford clean energy as prices soar and demand remains unmet
MNRE’s new policy framework recognises distributed renewable energy as solution for uplifting rural economy
End-user and corporate financing would be essential for the DRE industry to scale up
In next 20 years, India may need massive power transmission corridors: CEA
Currently, no new power transmission projects are necessary
Poor show for renewable energy sector
Budget outlay for Ministry of New and Renewable Energy reduced
Decentralised renewable energy is bringing this Odisha village’s energy aspirations to life
Maligaon in Kalahandi district now has a solar microgrid that reduces its dependency on the erratic main grid
Africa gets US $200 million fund to scale up renewable energy projects
Energy deficit is the biggest challenge for the continent
An unviable route
Draft of national solar mission’s second phase fails to learn from past mistakes
Solar eclipse to test European electricity grids in March 2015, says French operator
On the other hand, UK grid operator dismisses the possibility of a drastic impact
Kathmandu struggles, damage in remote areas not fully known yet
Survivors are in immediate need of food, safe water and medical supplies
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Off-grid biomass plants light up villages; experts demand clarity on tariff regulation
Big solar projects favoured over mini grids
Budget gives boost to solar powered agricultural pumps
Massive solar storm reaches Earth
No adverse effects but unleashed picturesque auroras
Solar mission’s new priority: off-grid and grid-connected rooftop solar power
3,000 MW of solar energy to be added in second phase of national solar mission
Breather for wind firms
They must accurately forecast contribution to grid from 2012
Going off-grid to power solution
Solar mission: Centre releases policy for 750 MW grid-connected projects
Policy provides for subsidy in the form of viability gap funding
How to assess risk of heart disease
A risk chart developed 15 years ago holds the key
Indian villages are 100% electrified, but what’s next?
Government must introduce policies that focus on utility of quality electricity than just connections
Union Budget 2024-25: Why India’s rooftop solar plan fails to spark interest
Complex and time-consuming installation process is exacerbated by bureaucratic delays and a lack of awareness among potential beneficiaries