Switching to solar energy often comes with a bunch of questions and concerns especially regarding the cost of going solar. But experts suggest that investing in solar energy is one of the best investments an individual can make. Here are a few things to know about solar energy. Read More
"Solar energy is an infinite source of energy", says Dr S.P. Gon Chaudhuri, an Electrical Engineer & International Expert in the field of Renewable Energy. If you are planning to switch to solar, here are a few things you must consider to make the most of it. Read More
The capacity of coal based generation would increase from about 195 GW (GigaWatt) as on June 30, 2019 to 238 GW by March 31, 2027 had said R. K. Singh, Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy. But, coal based generation is polluting. Here is why energy conservation and a switch to renewables are needed. Read More
Some small lifestyle changes are all that is needed to make a huge difference to cutting down energy consumption. It could be simple things like turning off electrical appliances when not in use or switching to LED lights which are more efficient than incandescent bulbs. Here are five tips on how you can conserve energy at home. Read More
Investing is Solar energy can yield good returns over a period of time. The life of solar power panels is 25 years; so even if the initial investment is high depending on energy requirement (approximately Rs. 40,000 for a 1 kW rooftop solar power plant), it can be recouped within the first few years. For the remaining years, a household can enjoy energy at negligible cost. Here are five more reasons why going solar is a good alternative. Read More
Meet 40-year-old Soumya Prasad, an ecologist, currently based in Dehradun. She has been harnessing the power of solar for the daily energy needs of her house and office and even charges her electric car through it
Until 2013, the George household would pay a bi-monthly power bill of about Rs. 10,000 whereas after switching to solar power, their monthly bill stands at Rs. 130
The grid connected rooftop solar projects of capacity 1.7 MWp spread across 57 locations in India produce 22 lakhs of units per annum which saves up to Rs. 1.5 crore
An LED light typically consumes around 50-90 per cent less energy than an equivalent incandescent or halogen bulb, said S.P. Garnaik, Business Unit Head (Lighting), Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL)