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Renewables are getting cheaper all the time – here's why

Average capital costs of constructing new wind and solar PV generators are lower than equivalent coal generation infrastructure

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India’s only solar cooperative receives first payment for selling surplus power

Gujarat farmers received Rs 36,005 for selling 5,097 units of power to the local power distributor

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A long wait

In Panna district of Madhya Pradesh, delays in setting up power connections have marred the village residents' hope for a better life

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Darkness before light

Down To Earth visited Badaun district of Uttar Pradesh and found that despite electrification, households continue to depend on …

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How true were PM Modi’s claims made during Independence Day speech?

A probing look into his claims reveals that not all that he said is in sync with the official data

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Floating Solar Power

Floating solar power plant is a new and emerging concept in India. In this system, the solar photo voltaic panels are installed on waterbodies …

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Solar Power Tree

Solar Power Tree is a structure that is designed like a tree with branches made of steel to hold the photovoltaic panels. India's first solar …

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Solar Impulse's biggest legacy will be in your home – not in the skies

Solar Impulse has raised the profile of solar power and people might consider how they can do their bit to use cleaner energy

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What about recycling for solar PV?

With a target of 100 GW, India has made no plans for disposal of e-waste that the solar sector will generate

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How about solar units on lakes if land is scarce?

It will prevent water loss through evaporation, while producing clean energy

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World Bank to lend $1 billion to India’s solar programme

This is the Bank’s largest ever support for solar power in any country

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10 interesting facts on India’s largest solar power plant

When this solar power plant will work to its full capacity, it will account for nearly 10 per cent of India’s installed solar capacity

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