Dr. Anil Rajvanshi

Dr Anil K Rajvanshi, the man behind the e-rickshaws and biomass gasifiers, was awarded the Padma Shri this year for his work in the field of renewable energy research.

Using materials ranging from discarded plastic bottles, old sarees, arecanut sheaths as well as the Sun, trust us, these options won’t burn a hole in your pockets.

No longer just a humble source of edible oil, safflower can now be used for fodder, food colour, medicines, and a host of other things. Plus, the yield of the new hybrid varieties is higher and will make farmers richer.

An old saree, glass tubes and solar energy is all you need for a low cost water solar purifier and heater. Here is all you need to know about the path-breaking technology that can change the landscape of rural India.

Nandini Nimbkar introduced this amazing cactus clone in India which can be used in jam, jellies, fodder for animals, creams, plywood, and much more. Know more about this super-crop and how it can solve many of the problems of drought-prone areas of the country.

This amazing crop can be fully utilized and has many uses. The grains, the stem and even the leftover bagasse can be used completely. Know more about how Dr. Anil Rajvanshi and his innovation centre NARI at Phaltan, Maharashtra brought this crop to India and put it to many innovative uses.

This amazing technology called "Lanstove" serves the purpose of a lamp and a stove at the same time. An environment-friendly device, this technology is putting kerosene to a better use. Know more about this unique invention and how it is helping the rural population of India.