Although India has seen some extraordinary successes in its recent energy development, many pressing problems still remain. And the Covid-19 crisis has complicated efforts to resolve these challenges.
The problems include a lack of reliable electricity supply for many, continued reliance on solid biomass (mainly firewood) as a cooking fuel for almost 660 million people, financially ailing electricity distribution companies. In addition, the thermal power plants deteriorating the air quality has made Indian cities among the most polluted in the world.
However, in the last decade, as the requirement for energy increased, the generation also kept pace. Currently, the gap between demand and supply is down to just 0.6 per cent.
The energy requirement is bound to increase due to economic and population growth, and with an increase in demand, the requirement for coal and fossil fuels to generate electricity will also increase. But, we can alter the future by reducing our power consumption today and saving the natural resources used in energy generation for generations to come.
The supply does not correspond with the demand for electricity in the country, which compels people to start thinking of other ways of effectuating their energy needs. Rising energy costs and increased import dependence are environmentally and economically unsustainable.
India is dealing with sustaining its rapid economic growth while dealing with the global threat of climate change. Our dependency on fossil fuels is negatively affecting the planet. There are some changes observed in climate parameters in India, such as rising sea levels by 1.06-1.75mm per year, extreme weather conditions breaking over 130 years records, erratic water flow in perennial rivers originating from the Himalayas. Therefore, the Humanity Welfare Council is working on the need for an hour to switch to renewable sources of energy that are sustainable and infinite.
Therefore, we are initiating a project called Project GREENSUN to promote the use of solar energy. According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, "more energy from the sun galls on the Earth in one hour than is used by everyone in the world in one year." Moreover, it is the most reliable energy source to produce electricity without emitting toxic gases into the atmosphere. Therefore, compared to other sources of energy such as coal, fossil fuels, and petroleum, solar energy is expected to become increasingly attractive as a renewable energy source because of its infinite supply and its non-polluting nature.
The energy derived from the sun is free and present in abundance. The actual cost is invested in the accumulation and conversion of solar energy. Our team at the Humanity Welfare Council is coming up with cost-effective ways to gather this energy and utilize it most effectively with Project GREENSUN.
Mission
The mission of Project GREENSUN is to adopt solar power technology across the country, conserve our environment and provide a sustainable and conflict-free power supply. Our commitment, innovation, and high-quality standards ensure our national success and satisfaction in the coming years. Moreover, advocating for renewables can accelerate the transition towards a clean energy future.
Vision
Our vision is to ensure that solar energy contributes to India's energy system and utilize cost-effective renewable energy solutions. The focus is on the adequacy of long-term sustainable energy supply and environmental implications of natural resources.