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April 24, 2023
Desalination via solar energy for sustainable development
The economic viability of solar desalination methods is the primary obstacle
The challenge is of ascertaining how renewable energy sources can be utilized to operate a desalination system (Image: Vmenkov, Wikimedia Commons)
April 7, 2023
Policies, plans and financing for just energy transition
iFOREST convenes the first Global Just Transition Dialogue
A transition of all fossil fuel sectors will need to be considered in a phased manner (Image: Ramkumar; Wikimedia Commons)
March 23, 2023
IPCC climate report - a warning call
Synthesis report of IPCC AR6: Grounded action needed to ensure social and ecological justice
The Sixth Assessment Report of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is the sixth in a series of reports which assess scientific, technical, and socio-economic information concerning climate change (Image: Wallpaperflare)
January 7, 2023
Fostering innovation in the green cooling sector
India’s cooling strategy can simultaneously mitigate the heat-related risks on lives and livelihoods, lower carbon emissions, and position India as a global hub for green cooling manufacturing.
Can India meet its growing domestic demand while also position itself as a manufacturing hub for cooling technologies? (Image: Gije Cho, CC)
August 8, 2022
IFC fosters climate action in South Asia
Focus is on sustainable and inclusive growth
IFC works on accelerating the transition to low-carbon development in a wide range of sectors (Image: Kai Stachowiak)
February 16, 2022
Enabling a just transition in India’s coal district of Korba
Economic restructuring and development intervention will be essential, shows the latest study by iFOREST
Under the 'current policy scenario,' which aligns with India's netzero target of 2070, all the coal mines in Korba can be closed by 2050 and power plants by 2040 in a phased manner (A view of South Eastern Coalfields Limited in Korba; Image: India Water Portal)
Twelfth five year plan 2012-17 documents by the Planning Commission
The 3 volumes of the documents for the 12th Five Year Plan, 2012-17 have been released by the government. A brief on the documents is as follows:
Planning Commission
Posted on 25 Dec, 2012 10:44 AM

1. Volume I: Faster, more inclusive and sustainable growth

The document consists of 11 chapters describing the broad vision and aspirations which the Twelfth Plan seeks to fulfil, as it aims to reverse deceleration in growth and targets a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate of 8.2 per cent.
Lessons learnt while addressing the water-energy nexus: Evaluation of USAID/India's DRUM(Distribution Reform, Upgrades, and Management) and WENEXA (Water and Energy Nexus) programs
This report is an evaluation of two programs undertaken jointly by USAID and India to reform its energy situation, especially in terms of distribution. The report evaluates the relevance, effectiveness, impacts and lessons learnt from the experience.
Arunachalam Rajagopal
Kevin Warr
Meenu Mishra
Michael Gaffen
Posted on 16 Dec, 2012 02:50 PM

1. Background
In 2004, DRUM was initiated with the following goals:
Highlights from the 10-year water policy research programme of the International Water Management Institute and the Sir Ratan Tata Trust discussed at the IWMI - TATA Annual Partners' Meet at Anand, between 28-30 November, 2012
IWMI -Tata water policy research programme aims to draw upon research carried out throughout the country to identify solutions for India's water stress and present these as policy recommendations
Chicu Lokgariwar
Posted on 05 Dec, 2012 02:06 PM

IWMI-Tata water policy research programme is a collaborative initiative between the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and the Sir Ratan Tata Trust (SRTT). 
Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission- Phase II- A draft of the policy by Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (2012)
This document is a draft prepared by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, with an objective to promote ecologically sustainable growth in India, with the active involvement of the states in this endeavour
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
Posted on 03 Dec, 2012 09:43 PM

This draft prepared by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, begins with a brief note on the importance and relevance of solar energy in India and then moves on to elaborate on the following themes
Energy sources of Indian households for cooking and lighting - A report by National Sample Survey Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (2012)
This report is by the National Sample Survey Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India is part of the series on household consumer expenditure on utilisation of energy resources for cooking and lightning purposes. The information presented in the report was collected during 2009-10 from 100794 households in 7428 villages and 5263 urban blocks spread over the entire country.
Government of India
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
National Sample Survey
Posted on 29 Nov, 2012 07:47 PM

This report by the National Sample Survey Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India is concerned with the break-up of Indian households by
Solar energy policy of Tamil Nadu - Energy Department (2012)
This policy document by the Energy Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, envisions generating 3000 mega watts of solar power by 2015.
Energy Department
Government of Tamil Nadu
Posted on 23 Nov, 2012 10:30 PM

This policy document by the Energy Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, in its preamble states that the geographical location of the state has been in favour of the state to harness maximum solar energy in the country.
Energy policy of Jharkhand- A policy document by Department of Energy, Government of Jharkhand (2012)
This policy document highlights the poor accessibility and availability of power in the state of Jharkhand and measures to improve this situation
Department of Energy
Government of Jharkhand
Posted on 14 Nov, 2012 11:21 PM

This a policy document of Department of Energy, Government of Jharkhand. It states that the poor availability and inadequate availability of power has immensely affected the overall development of the state.
11th Energy Efficiency Summit, Confederation of Indian Industry, August 22-25, 2012, Hyderabad
Posted on 20 Aug, 2012 07:55 PM

Organizer: Confederation of Indian Industry

Venue:  HICC, Novotel
                   Hyderabad

CII

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the growth of industry in India, partnering industry and government alike through advisory and consultative processes.CII is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry led and industry managed organisation, playing a proactive role in India's development process.

Draft policy for the exploration and exploitation of shale oil and gas in India- Policy document by Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
This document is a draft policy for the exploration and exploitation of Shale oil and gas in India
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Posted on 09 Aug, 2012 02:53 PM

This document by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, is a draft policy for the exploration and exploitation of Shale oil and gas in India. The consumption of natural gas has increased in the recent times and is projected to increase even more in the coming years.
CDM Watch Network India invites comments for latest projects applying for Clean Development Mechanism crediting in India
CDM Watch Network has mobilized thousands of projects and invites comments for latest projects applying for Clean Development Mechanism crediting in India
CDM Watch Network India
Posted on 01 Aug, 2012 03:19 PM

The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) has mobilized thousands of projects in the last few years but has at the same time set off serious concerns about the environmental integrity of its projects and its genuine contribution to sustainable development.
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