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In 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed solar cells inspired by plant photosynthesis. 34 years later, the technology had reached 12% efficiencyIn 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed a solar cell inspired by plant photosynthesis. Their dye-sensitized so...
ET World Leaders Forum: Suzlon CEO says ‘marrying’ solar and wind energy offers India a chance to become a global green-energy powerhouseAround 50% of India’s energy is renewable, making it the largest renewable energy market in the world outside of China. The opportunity for...
In 2020, Southwest University researchers treated rice husks with acid and burned them into ash; replacing 10% of cement with the ash increased compressive strength by 16.22% after 56 daysChinese researchers have found a way to strengthen cement using burnt rice husks. This agricultural waste, when treated and added, signific...
ET World Leaders Forum: India needs to make the shift from 'petro state' to 'electro state'India needs to shift from a “petro state” to an “electro state” as rising power demand from EVs, AI and data centres accelerates the push f...
Tata Power launches ‘Ghar Ghar Solar’ in Bihar, targets 5 lakh homes in 3 yearsTata Power Renewable Energy launched its 'Har Ghar Solar' initiative in Bihar on Thursday. This program aims to facilitate rooftop solar ad...
Delhi's master plan proposes solar, hydro power generation from canals, drainsDelhi's Master Plan for 2047 proposes harnessing renewable energy from existing canals and drains. The plan also suggests utilizing greenfi...
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Massachusetts put 832 solar panels on 10-foot stilts above cropland; then farmers planted broccoli beneath themAgrivoltaics represents a groundbreaking synergy of solar energy production and agricultural practices, enabling land to yield both crops a...
India's data centre capacity rises over four-fold to 1,575 MW as AI demand accelerates: GovtSince 2020, India's data centre capacity has surged fourfold to around 1,575 MW. This impressive growth stems largely from rising needs in ...
NPCIL invites bids for engineering, 3D design of Bharat Small ReactorsThe Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd is on the lookout for expert consultants to assist with both plant engineering and 3D modelling ...
Assam plans Rs 77,353 crore investment to generate 8,457 MW power, aims to become energy-surplus stateAssam plans a significant investment exceeding Rs 77,353 crore for power generation projects. This ambitious plan aims to boost the state's...
ONGC moves closer to India's first geothermal plantONGC has drilled its second geothermal well in Ladakh's Puga Valley. This marks a significant step towards developing India's first pilot g...
View: Meta's cloud play will spice up Ambani-Adani rivalryMeta Platforms is leasing its excess AI compute capacity to enterprise clients. This move will reshape the rivalry between Indian tycoons M...
Orbital plans space data centres to power AI, seeks FCC clearance for 100,000 satellitesA US startup, Orbital, is looking to set up space-based data centres to meet the surging demand for AI computing power. The company aims to...
Indian Army inaugurates first solar energy harnessing plant of 56 KVA in North SikkimIndian Army in its quest for harnessing renewable energy for its troops inaugurated the First Green Solar Energy harnessing plant of 56 KVA...
Railways to harness green power to reduce hefty energy billRailways have firmed up plans to harness solar and wind power as part of its move to tap renewable energy in a big way to reduce fuel bill.
Delhi not designed to harness solar energy optimallyDelhi is different from other cities as buildings are of uneven height. There are unauthorized colonies, various constructions on roofs.
J&K signs MoU for 7,500 MW solar power generationThe agreement was signed at a high-level meeting of the senior officers of the state government and MNRE, chaired by Farooq Abdullah.
- Shimla MC to harness solar energy to cut energy consumption
With a view to save electricity and increase energy efficiency as well as harness solar energy for various purposes in the city, the Shimla...
- Railways harnessing solar energy for electrification
Indian Railways is harnessing solar energy for electrification of railway assets and introducing better technologies to reduce emissions fr...