Transforming India’s Power Sector
Welcome to Our Newsletter on Power Transmission and Distribution! In this edition, we explore how electricity journeys from generation to your home in India. We’ll examine the efficiency, environmental impact, and sustainability of our energy systems. Join us to uncover the technologies behind power transmission and discover the future of cleaner energy! Source: SolarSchools India’s growing Power […]
Electrification in Industry
Dear Reader, In many cases, the easiest way for a factory to decarbonize is to purchase electricity from renewable sources for its energy needs. Renewable electricity generation having reached maturity as an industry in India provides an accessible pathway for economic and environmental benefits in the long run. Hence, increasing renewable electricity as an energy […]
Biofuels: Powering India’s Sustainable Future
Welcome to the August 2024 edition of our newsletter! In this edition, we go on a journey exploring a greener, more sustainable future where energy is harnessed from the very resources that surround us. India’s energy landscape is undergoing a transformation as the country embraces biofuels to reduce its reliance on crude oil imports and […]
Industrial Decarbonization: Targeted Strategies for Heavy Industries
Industrial decarbonization is the process of significantly reducing or eliminating carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions from industrial activities. This is crucial for mitigating climate change, as the industrial sector currently accounts for nearly one-third of global carbon emissions as per the World Economic Forum. Key industries like steel, cement, and chemicals are major contributors to […]
The Carbon Impact of Food Production: Can Alternative Proteins be the answer?
As climate change escalates, sustainable food solutions are no longer a luxury but a necessity. Enter alternative proteins – marvels that promise to revolutionize how we meet the world’s protein needs. In this newsletter, we’ll delve into the latest innovations and startups reshaping our food landscape. Carbon Emissions from Agriculture The imperative for alternative proteins […]
The Energy Storage Revolution
Welcome to our latest newsletter focusing on the exciting advancements in energy storage technologies. From grid-scale solutions to innovative portable devices, the field of energy storage is witnessing rapid developments that promise to revolutionize how we generate, store, and utilize energy. In this newsletter, we will explore the importance of energy storage, how it works, […]
The Race for Rapid Recharge: Exploring Innovative Charging Techniques for Electric Vehicles
In recent years, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have revolutionized the way we power our devices and vehicles. However, the more we charge them quickly, the faster they degrade, eventually needing replacement. To combat this, various fast charging methods are being developed, each with its own benefits and challenges. The ABCs: Battery Charging Basics A lithium-ion battery […]
Powering Tomorrow: The Global Battery Market Unplugged Part II
Greetings, dear Readers! With the Indian General Elections around the corner, the energy in the air is palpable. The Indian Administration has been very pro-active in pushing the Climate agenda forward and we hope to see this continuing with even greater momentum later this year. Amidst all this enthusiasm, the world of Batteries and Energy […]
Powering Tomorrow: The Global Battery Market Unplugged
Hello there! Hope 2024 has gotten off to a good start for you. It certainly seems to have for the Indian EV ecosystem from a fund-raising perspective, if you go by the recent flurry of deals announced in this space. This month, we turn our focus to key developments in the Global Battery market in 2023, as […]
The Ostara Review: The Indian EV Ecosystem in 2023
2023 was a transformative year for the Indian EV industry. Electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers, which form ~95% of total EV sales in India currently, grew rapidly even as regulatory changes brought greater compliance with battery safety standards. VC & PE funding in the Indian EV ecosystem grew by ~12% or so, even amidst the severe […]