India has a huge energy shortage and to fuel the nation’s growth and development investment into alternative energy sources is essential. The government has taken some positive steps in this direction through the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. India is also making rapid strides in the area of solar energy. Given below is a list of resources on the Renewable Energy Sector in India.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
The official website of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is a wealth of information of the initiatives and the advances made by the Government of India in the Renewable Energy Space. The website has information on R&D efforts on Green Energy, List of Organizations and Institutions working in this space, Government Programmes, Policies, Approvals and much more.| Source: http://mnes.nic.in/
Alternative Energy News
Website on Alternative Energy News and Information Resources about Renewable Energy Technologies. All the latest and updated news about the renewable energy sector covering the segments of wind energy, solar energy, biofuels, hydrogen and news about the environment and energy requirements of the transportation sector. The website even provides a list of available jobs in the green energy space and a web directory of information sources for renewable energy. Source: http://www.alternative-energy-news.info/future-renewable-energy-india/
India Solar
www.indiasolar.com aims at promoting, encouraging, motivating, educating and creating awareness for renewable energy and the environment in the minds of the people of India. The website focuses on the Indian Solar Industry with information on other renewable energy sources like wind energy and biomass energy. Has information on and links to providers of photovoltaics, solar water heating, solar cookers. Source: http://www.indiasolar.com/
Ireda Ltd. – Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited
IREDA is a Public Limited Government company established in 1987, under the adminsitrative control of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to promote, develop and extend financial assistance for renewable energy and energy efficiency/conservation projects with the motto: “ENERGY FOR EVER”. Source: http://www.ireda.in
INWEA: Indian Wind Energy Association
The mission of INWEA is to utilize the wind energy resources in the country in an optimal manner and thereby contribute to the country’s quest for affordable, clean energy as well as energy security. INWEA also promotes and spreads awareness about the benefits of wind energy and the crucial role it can play in ensuring a sustainable path for the country’s economic and social development. And to ensure that the industry develops in a sustainable manner by protecting the interests of all stakeholders. Source: http://www.inwea.org/
Energy Alternatives India
Energy Alternatives India provides comprehensive information support and updates for the fast-growing renewable energy industry in India. Through its web site, blog and forum, EAI will provide a platform for all the industry participants to be informed, to interact and involve themselves in the renewable energy revolution. Source: http://www.eai.in/
Solar India Online
Comprehensive website on all aspects of solar energy in India. SolarIndiaOnline.com is an initiative of professionals to promote the development of the Solar Industry. Solar India Online offers various services from setting up solar energy production units, solar farms, establishing contact between buyers and suppliers, research, compliance with regulation, etc. Source: http://www.solarindiaonline.com/index.php
Solar Energy Society of India (SESI)
SESI provides information dissemination on a variety of topical issues of growing interest to the Renewable Energy community. SESI also promotes joint activities with the International Solar Energy Society. Source: http://www.sesi.in/
Centre for Wind Technology (CWET)
CWET is an autonomous Research and Development Institution under the Ministry of New and Renewable. C-WET is expected to serve as a technical focal point of excellence to foster the development of wind energy in the country. Source: http://www.cwet.tn.nic.in/
Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association
The Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA) is the only body representing the country’s wind turbine manufacturers, providing a single contact point for policy makers at national and state level regulators and utilities. IWTMA’s main objective is to promote wind energy in India, Source: http://www.indianwindpower.com/
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