Current Affairs - Environment

Tata Power Renewable Energy achieved a significant milestone by installing a 1,040 kW Bifacial Solar System in Chengmari Tea Estate, West Bengal. This project marks Eastern India's first on-ground installation of bifacial modules, capable of capturing sunlight from both surfaces. Tata Power continues to lead in innovative solar solutions, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy practices in the region.

HPCL's Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant, with a processing capacity of 100 MTPD of rice straw and an investment of Rs 133 crore, is located in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. It supports the National Biofuel Policy and contributes to the goal of reducing import dependency by 10 per cent.

The IHCL Skill Centre was inaugurated by External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar at Circuit House in Ektanagar, Gujarat, emphasizing the role of tourism in spreading unity and encouraging visits to the Statue of Unity.

Tamil Nadu has secured a record by attaining the highest number of Ramsar sites in India, with the recent addition of the Longwood Shola Reserve Forest and the Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary. This accomplishment underscores the state's commitment to biodiversity preservation.

NGEL, a subsidiary of NTPC, signed a Rs 80,000 crore MoU with the Maharashtra government to lead green hydrogen projects, aligning with the state's Green Investment Plan. The collaboration also includes the development of green ammonia, green methanol, pump hydro projects, and renewable energy projects.