Energy

This Namakkal man's first-of-its-kind firm uses poultry litter to produce electricity for the state grid and make manure for farmers

There are better fuels than alcohol for rural household cooking. Biogas, after cleaning it and compressing it, is equivalent to compressed natural gas (CNG).

By introducing charging points and pods in public spaces like IT parks, SEZs, shopping malls, commercial buildings and residential apartments, the plan is to encourage citizens to switch from conventional to electric automobiles.

It is important that you not just get your air conditioners periodically serviced but also ensure that the air intake filter is free of accumulated dust.

Income tax officer Hari Rao has been working for the past decade to improvise and perfect gas fuel technology in cook stoves. Through his venture Agnisumukh, he has managed to design cook stoves that save up to 70% fuel.

Solar power is improving healthcare delivery in the foothills of the BR Hills in Karnataka through a unique public-private partnership.

Consuming 28 watts at its top speed, the remote-controlled Gorilla fan is one of the most energy-efficient fans available in the country.

Sunil Sood, an energy consultant and environment activist, can show you the way to save energy and water in your homes and workplaces without losing comfort.

Climbing temperatures and soaring summer heat means greater expenditure to cool homes, provided there are no issues with electricity supply. However, here is an easy way to cool your house even in the peak of summer, at minimal cost.

These 14 natural ways to cool yourself and your home will help you save money on energy bills and rely less on air conditioning, even through the scorching summer weather.