Introduction: Man has used the sun’s energy for thousands of years, from ancient Greece (7th Century B.C) where magnifying lenses were used to light bonfires projecting the sun’s rays, passing through Da Vinci and his inventions, to its application in space engineering in the 60s to powering spacecraft, today it is intended to be used […]
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Context: In current Financial Year 2021-22, Government of India has allocated Rs. 2,500 crores to expand renewables, especially solar and green hydrogen. Harnessing solar energy is one the major component of India’s renewable energy strategy. Energy Sector: 4 Pillars of R: In the Energy Sector, the Central Government has made Reach Reinforce Reforms and Renewable 4R energy as its basic mantra. Major Points:
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Context: Recently, India and France were re-elected as the President and Co- President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a term of two years at the virtual meeting of the Third Assembly. New Vice Presidents for the four regions announced. ISA Solar Awards conferred for the first time. Major Highlights: ISA’s engagement with
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