solar energy

Recently, I went on a field trip to Tumakuru with the SELCO foundation, an NGO which is bringing solar energy to the various rural corners of India. Here's what I learnt.

Wednesday was a dark day in the lives of his near and dear ones and also people in both states who have witnessed his work through the years.

As we are on the horizon of the new year, here's a shout-out to 10 initiatives that made 2018 better and can act as inspirations for the steps we take in 2019 to save Mother Earth.

The initiative focuses on two main categories—the first being waste segregation and composting and the second, solar power generation and rainwater harvesting.

An IIT-B engineer dedicated to raising awareness on clean transportation, Sushil Reddy built a solar-powered e-cycle that earned him a Guiness World Record.

“I had read in a census report that this village was completely untouched by development or political involvement of any kind and felt that it was ideal for me as a researcher. There are hardly any schools or toilets here.”

Even with a comfortable life in the USA, the couple has made sure they are connected to their roots and ensure that they return to their village, every year.

He asked to have solar power generators installed in all of their four bungalows in Madh Island, Mumbai. Though sceptical at first, the father decided to put his son’s idea to practice and installed solar panels at the cost of Rs 18 lakhs in 2017.

The car called 'Nexgen' by the creators is a zero-fumes solar car. It is disabled friendly and can accommodate four passengers.

When women harness solar power, they do so much more than just bring electricity, an expert states.