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Reviewing India's Energy Sectors: Ratul Puri

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Reviewing India's Energy Sectors: Ratul Puri

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India's economy is among the fastest growing in the world, and as a result, its need for energy has increased significantly. Achieving complete energy independence for the nation is now necessary. For this, multifaceted efforts are needed in a number of areas, including energy production, energy efficiency, and carefully thought-out legislative changes.

About 55% of India's energy demands are currently satisfied by coal. This resource is non-renewable. From 249 million tonnes in 2019-20 to around 218 million tonnes in 2022-2023, coal imports have drastically declined. A boost in domestic production, which was predicted to have reached 893 million tonnes in 2022–2023, made this possible. The government plans to increase this by 1.3 billion tonnes by the year 25 or 26.

Ratul Puri, the Chairman of Hindustan Power Projects Private Limited (HPPPL).

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A Close View of India's Energy Sectors: A Journey towards Energy Independence by Ratul Puri

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New Delhi [India], June 19: India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world resulting in a significant increase in its demand for energy. There is now a requirement for the country to achieve total energy independence.

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Taking a Closer Look at India's Energy Sectors: Ratul Puri - ANI

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Ratul Puri, the Chairman of Hindustan Power Projects Private Limited (HPPPL).

India's economy is among the fastest growing in the world, and as a result, its need for energy has increased significantly. Achieving complete energy independence for the nation is now necessary. For this, multifaceted efforts are needed in a number of areas, including energy production, energy efficiency, and carefully thought-out legislative changes.

About 55% of India's energy demands are currently satisfied by coal. This resource is non-renewable. From 249 million tonnes in 2019-20 to around 218 million tonnes in 2022-2023, coal imports have drastically declined. A boost in domestic production, which was predicted to have reached 893 million tonnes in 2022–2023, made this possible. The government plans to increase this by 1.3 billion tonnes by the year 25 or 26.

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“What If?” 11 Serious Answers to Slightly Crazy Science Questions

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"What If?" 11 Serious Answers to Slightly Crazy Science Questions

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What if the dinosaurs had survived-or all viruses suddenly disappeared? What if the planet was made of blueberries, or gravity stopped working?

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How Thomas Edison Tricked the Press Into Believing He’d Invented the Light Bulb

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How Thomas Edison Tricked the Press Into Believing He’d Invented the Light Bulb

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In the autumn of 1878, Thomas Alva Edison had a problem. He hadn't invented the light bulb-yet. Or, to put it more precisely, he had invented a light bulb, but he couldn't keep it lit for more than a few minutes at a time. He still hadn't figured out how to regulate the temperature of the light bulb 's internal filament, meaning the incandescent bulb would immediately overheat, and the filament would promptly melt down.

Unfortunately, Edison was running out of time. All over North America and Europe, inventors like him were working on-and patenting-their own electric projects. Sooner or later, somebody would wind up harnessing electricity. The English chemist Joseph Swan, Edison knew, was hard at work on a rival light bulb. Two Canadians, Henry Woodward and Mathew Evans, had already patented an inefficient design four years before.

But that fall, Edison had an even more pressing deadline to face: The journalists were coming. In September, he'd assured the popular press that his latest invention, the incandescent light bulb, was complete. "I have it now," he told the New York Sun, boasting that "everybody will wonder why they have never thought of it, it is so simple."

He'd already made his sales pitch: "When the brilliancy and cheapness of the lights are made known to the public" (which would, he promised the Sun, be in just "a few weeks"), America would undergo another scientific revolution. "Illumination by carbureted hydrogen gas"-the inefficient, expensive and often dangerous gas lamps common on American streets and in American homes-would be "discarded." In its place, electricity would rise to the fore.

Electricity, to the Gilded Age mind, wasn't just a technology. Rather, it was a mysterious, thrilling, invisible, quasi-magical force that had become synonymous with scientific discovery and the whole arc of human progress. It was, as one guidebook put it, that "subtle and vivifying current," the source not just of light but of life itself. "Comply with electricity's conditions," another writer marveled, "then but turn a key, and the servant of all life will be present in light and power."

If electricity was magic, then Edison was its chief magician, at least according to the press. He was the " Wizard of Menlo Park," a reference to his New Jersey laboratory, as well the "Napoleon of Science," the "Genius of Menlo Park" and the "New Jersey Columbus." He was almost certainly America's greatest inventor. But he was also one of the country's canniest self-promoters, forging close personal relationships with journalists who could be trusted to write adoring, if not always strictly accurate, copy.

Just one year prior, Edison had invented the phonograph to great fanfare. Restless, he'd at once promised reporters that he would "produce something at least as good as the phonograph every year," Scribner's Monthly wrote. The papers-their circulation boosted by scores of fans clamoring to find out what their favorite wizard would be up to next-had bolstered that narrative.

The time for the promised demonstration drew closer. Already, rumors of the impending revelation had caused something of a financial crisis in London, as gas shares plummeted in anticipation of Edison's latest success. One of the inventor's associates, George Gouraud, urged him to form a British-based electricity company as soon as possible, the better to capitalize upon the "universal free advertising" the Sun, the New York Herald, and other papers had given him, "such as cannot be bought for money under any circumstances."

Edison's invention may not have been ready yet, but Edison certainly was. The inventor, as ever, had a plan. In November, he informed journalists that they would each receive a brief, private demonstration of the new light bulb's capacities at his Menlo Park laboratory. They could marvel at what Edison had achieved before he swiftly ushered them away, ensuring they'd be out of the room long before the bulb burned out. Edison's reputation as a cunning genius would remain intact.

The plan worked. The press, credulous as ever, rhapsodized about the light: "clear, cold and beautiful." In contrast to the famously harsh electric arc lights, the most common available electric light at the time, "there was nothing irritating to the eye." Instead, the newspapers marveled, "you could trace the veins in your hands and the spots and lines upon your fingernails by its brightness." The press pronounced the invention "perfect." Edison, for his part, kept the charade up nicely, telling another visiting journalist that the bulb on display would burn "forever, almost."

In the end, of course, Edison worked out the kinks of what would become one of the 19th century's most emblematic inventions. On New Year's Eve in 1879-a little over a year after the press demonstration-Edison hosted another, larger public display, this time with a bulb that didn't burn out. (The secret was carbon filament, as Edison had discovered in October of that year.)

By then, Edison's displays and his claims of ever more awe-inspiring intellectual glory had become regular fixtures of the news cycle. As one exasperated newspaperman groaned, "There is no reason why [Edison] should not for the next 20 years completely solve the problem of the electric light twice a year without in any way interfering with its interest or novelty." The inventor's gamble, blending genuine technological innovation with a couple of white lies and a cozy relationship with the press, had paid off. He had harnessed not only electricity but also another invisible power: celebrity.

Edison understood that success in the Gilded Age was a matter of hard work and carefully managing public expectations. Sure, he had come up with the phonograph, but when asked by some guests which historical figure's voice he'd most like to hear, he shocked them by naming onetime French political upstart Napoleon. As he explained to his audience, who had apparently expected him to name Jesus Christ, "I like a hustler."

Excerpted from Self-Made: Creating Our Identities From da Vinci to the Kardashians by Tara Isabella Burton. Published by PublicAffairs. Copyright © 2023. All rights reserved.

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How Thomas Edison Tricked the Press Into Believing He'd Invented the Light Bulb

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A year before he developed a working bulb, the "Wizard of Menlo Park" created the illusion that his prototype burned for more than a few minutes at a time

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The Energy Sectors in India: A Path to Energy Independence: Ratul Puri

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The Energy Sectors in India: A Path to Energy Independence: Ratul Puri

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What are the key challenges to classifying green hydrogen widely?

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What are the key challenges to classifying green hydrogen widely?

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Green hydrogen is attracting attention as a potential source of clean energy and is frequently denoted as ‘the fuel of the future’. It is looked like an indispensable element for de-carbonizing many sectors which generates high emissions from electricity production, transportation, shipping etc.  The Paris Agreement aimed at a global framework to avoid dangerous climate change by limiting global warming to below 2°C and tailing efforts to limit it to at least 1.5°C. It also aims to enhance the countries' ability to deal with the impacts of climate change and support their efforts. Ratul Puri is the chairman of Hindustan Power Projects Private Limited (HPPPL), who is also a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and investor. With his broad knowledge on coal, fired thermal and clean energy, he has been addressing the need for an energy mix and clean energy in India that can cope with the current energy demand.

In today's scenario there are several challenges that exist in the mass adoption of green hydrogen as an alternate source of energy. Ratul Puri a prominent businessman thinks that proper harnessing of green hydrogen will possibly enhance the energy sectors to deal with the current energy demand leading to a sustainable development.  Listed below are some of the key challenges in adopting green hydrogen and possible its solutions:

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Green hydrogen is now gaining importance as a potential source of clean energy and is frequently denoted as 'The fuel of future'. It is being considered as an indispensable element for de-carbonizing sectors which generate high emissions like transportation, shipping etc. The Paris Agreement aims at creating a framework, to hold global warming to below 2°C above pre -industrial levels and to limit it to at least 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. The adoption of Green Hydrogen could be one of the key enablers towards the achievement of the Paris Agreement's framework.

In today's scenario there are several challenges that exist in the mass adoption of green hydrogen as an alternate source of energy. Listed below are some of the key ones:

The Production Cost: Green hydrogen has immense potential in decarbonizing many sectors; however the cost- effective production of green hydrogen is still unfolding. The current cost of producing 1 kg of green hydrogen is between $5.5 and $6 through the process of electrolysis by using renewable sources of energy. With the usage of conventional fossil fuel, the cost of production of hydrogen is only about $1.5 per kg, which is significantly lower. Presently, the capital expenditure on electrolysers used for splitting oxygen and hydrogen is very high. Although it has decreased nearly 40% in the last 3-4 years, it is still a major impediment towards large scale migration. . There is a need for ample investment in research and development to increase the efficiency of electrolysis technologies and lower production costs. Worldwide, governments could enhance the production of green hydrogen by introducing appropriate grants, subsidies and applicable tax holidays. This will certainly make it more economically feasible for consumers as well as industries.

Scarcity or shortage of water resources: The production of green hydrogen requires plenty of water. On an average, 1 kg of green hydrogen production requires around 10 - 15 liters of water. This will be an issue in non-maritime areas which will need to be addressed appropriately by respective government bodies.

Generating Renewable Sources of Energy: Renewable sources of energy, like wind and solar, act as an agent upon which the production of green hydrogen depends. Increasing or boosting of these sources need to be expedited to be able to avail the benefits of green hydrogen in the journey of de carbonization. Improving global access to components and raw materials will also help in the growth and development of renewable energy projects. International cooperation for proper harnessing of clean energy resources is also a need. Building the required infrastructure for enabling cross-border transmission facilities, can play a vital role in addressing the same.

Infrastructure Development: Infrastructure development plays an important role here. A dependable network of facilities, a network of distribution of pipelines and stations for refueling need to be created. This requires major investments and collaboration between governments and private sectors. The policies of the government in our country are quite supportive and today the availability of crucial funding for infrastructure development is being made visible. Specific regulations for this area are also being made now.

Safety Aspect: There are also some of the safety aspects or standards which are associated with the production of green hydrogen especially in the areas of storage and transportation. Robust and practical standards with ideal regulatory frameworks are crucial in building confidence among producers and users of green hydrogen.

Enhancing the Demand: Governments in various countries are now coming up with strategies and policies to enhance and promote the usage of green hydrogen. There is also an impetus seen to fuel demand in such countries. All this will help in the adoption and indeed the promotion of green hydrogen world over. Such efforts will soon help the planet meet its de carbonization targets within a stipulated time-line.

Ratul Puri is the Chairman of Hindustan PowerProjects Private Limited.

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The Key Challenges to the Widespread Classification of Green Hydrogen

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Ratul Puri, Chairman, Hindustan PowerProjects Pvt Ltd, pens down challenges existing in the mass adoption of green hydrogen as an alternate energy source

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Knowing how to blur the background on your iPhone photos is a crucial skill, particularly if you're not feeling the unattractive scenery. Or perhaps you simply want to create a cool, depth-of-field effect. Either way, it's not too difficult to blur your background on iPhone.

The easiest way to blur a background on your iPhone is to take the photo with that in mind (e.g., use Portrait Mode). However, if you've already taken the photo, we'll go over how to blur your background in the editing process.

How to blur background on iPhone
With Portrait Mode
Step 1) Select a photo taken in Portrait mode. (Just search for "Portraits" in the Photos app.)

Step 2) Now tap the fancy "f" (which stands for f-stop) so you can adjust your depth control.

Step 3) Drag the slider to adjust the background blur effect.

Step 4) Tap Done.

If you didn't capture the photo in Portrait mode to begin with then you'll need to download a separate app, like Fotor (Opens to Apple App Store), in order to get a more blurred effect. Fotor actually has a tool called Blur, which is self-explanatory.

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Taking a photo and you're not really feeling the background? Here's how to blur background on iPhone.

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This solar charger that's gone viral is a genius way to make use of the sun's energy on a micro scale

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In our modern world, life can feel like a constant battle to keep the battery topped up on all your devices. As soon as one beeps with a critically low notification and you plug it in, another enters the red danger zone - probably just before you plan to head out with it, too. Keeping all your devices comfortably charged at once isn't easy, but there is a way to relieve some of the pressure on your plug sockets and your ever-increasing energy bill, and it comes in the form of a wireless window solar charger.

We're all looking for more ways to achieve sustainable living and save money in the process, so it's no surprise that the window solar charger from Grouphug has taken social media by storm. Not only does it help your cut costs on your electricity bill, but it's the cheapest way to make use of solar energy without forking out on huge installation costs, making it an easy win for renters. If you wanted, you could even use it to power your devices on the go, too.

The catch? The popular piece of tech has proved itself so desirable that it's currently sold out completely. We're certain you'll want to join the waiting list for when it's back in stock though, and here we'll tell you how.

Harnessing the sun's energy through solar is one of the best ways to save energy and lower our carbon footprint, but solar panel installation can be extremely costly. For the most part, it's also reserved for homeowners rather than renters, making it difficult for the younger, eco-conscious among us to embrace renewable energy - but not with this clever new innovation it isn't.

Developed by New York City-based tech company Grouphug - and featured on Shark Tank -this clever window solar power charger is super simple to use. Measuring 13" x 10" x 1.25", it's designed to hang in your window with the use of a suction cup hook and comes with a built-in indicator light so you know how much it's charged. It's also encased in transparent, durable plastic so that you can see the solar tech at work inside, and made to be 100% repairable so you can feel truly satisfied with your sustainability efforts.

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So, how does it work? The 10W solar panel encompasses a built-in rechargeable battery, so all you need to do is hang the device in your window where you then leave it to soak up eight to ten hours of direct sunlight. At the end of the day, you have a fully charged battery that's capable of powering your small devices, including phones, portable speakers, and smartwatches through the USB port at the bottom.

Intrigued? Chances are you're already keen to get your hands on one, but alas, so is everyone else. The charger is currently out of stock on Grouphug's site, but you can sign up to be notified once it's back in stock by joining the waiting list here. The charger will set you back $149, but it's a worthy investment if you're keen to cut energy costs, especially with them rising rapidly year on year. And for the sake of doing your bit to save the planet, we'd say it's certainly worth it.

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This solar window charger is so popular it's currently sold out. Here's how to get your hands on one when it's back in stock