IFGE VISION & ROADMAP SUMMARY

IFGE VISION & ROADMAP SUMMARY GREENFED Indian Federation of Green Energy INTRODUCTION Technology has freed mankind from ancient evils, it has opene...
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IFGE VISION & ROADMAP SUMMARY

GREENFED Indian Federation of Green Energy

INTRODUCTION Technology has freed mankind from ancient evils, it has opened up vistas in every walk of life and made a magical world come alive. But the magic hides a dark story of a world built from tearing apart the Earth from its purer form. Then again, there exists hope of a better world, but the one built from technology that nurtures the Earth and is kinder in its effects on everyone. India is an ancient land whose ethos was rooted in the natural ways of life. It can be a leader again as in the old days and show the world a more greener way to work and live.

A VISION FOR INDIA AS A LEADER IN GREEN ENERGY & SUSTAINABLE PROSPERITY

SUSTAINABILITY IN ENERGY is the most crucial step for a country to achieve stability in its energy needs. Energy is at the heart of everyday processes, and any compromise in its quality and quantity leads to further compromises along the system. Therefore, there is an imperative need to have energy sources that are fundamentally sustainable and green. The federation’s primary goal is to actively promote development of all kinds of green energy.

SUSTAINABILITY IN TRANSPORT is yet another focal point of development. Transport accounts for a major portion of energy consumption across India. Right from transportation of goods and services to personal and public usage, every step contributes to a bigger carbon footprint. For the Federation, it is essential to promote cutting down of unnecessary usage and supplementing existing/future fuel needs with sustainable choices.

SUSTAINABILITY IN ARCHITECTURE is necessary for a range of reasons. Raw materials used must be in sync with the surroundings and suitable for the local climate. Construction is also an energy intensive process that requires procuring, processing and transport of materials. The Federation will endorse the use of locally available materials to save energy as well as additional costs of transport.

SUSTAINABILITY IN COMMUNITY is a broader concept of creating areas wherein the procurement to disposal cycle of resources is taken into consideration. This cycle is important to check the stability and therefore the sustainability of a community. The Federation will encourage research into local materials, weather conditions, energy options, local customs for community to create spaces which are sustainable.

IFGE AGENDA FOR GREEN ENERGY REVOLUTION IN INDIA

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT Research and development is at the heart of development of any industry, sans which any progress in the country will be compromised. The Federation will promote research and development for sources of green energy such as solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, biofuels, tidal energy, and geothermal energy. From helping set up institutes and labs to pushing industries to invest big in R&D, the federation will try to amass the combined resources of the Government, Universities, Corporates, NGOs and other capable entities to commit to research and indigenization. This research will ultimately provide us with a lot of realizable technologies and also give us touch points for further planning and organization. It will be a tool to weigh the pros and cons of a particular energy source. Alongside, it would be essential to consider the criteria on which to judge which green technology is best suited for a given area, which will vary across regions.

ENERGY EFFICIENT INDUSTRIES & CITIES: The Federation will push for higher energy efficiency as an integral part of industrial and city development and routine processes. This is very crucial in bringing about energy sufficiency to the country, by cutting down wastage and thus judiciously using energy. This may include replacing existing technology, better utilization of waste within the system and making a less energy intensive procurement to disposal method. The governments will be persuaded to create policies to weave in energy efficiency into every aspect of society.

TECH PARKS AND ECONOMIC ZONES FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGIES: The concept of specially earmarked industrial zones is of great help for the industry as they help in consolidating infrastructure, making start-ups easier to manage and bringing down relative costs. India needs these zones if it has to give a big fillip to the green tech industry and the federation will actively look to help set these up at all potential states and sites.

VARIOUS SOURCES OF RENEWABLE ENERGY

SOLAR ENERGY: Solar Energy, radiant light and heat from the sun, is harnessed using a range of ever-evolving technologies such as solar heating, solar photovoltaics, solar thermal electricity, solar architecture and artificial photosynthesis.

WIND ENERGY: Wind power is the conversion of wind energy into a useful form of energy, such as using wind turbines to make electrical power, windmills for mechanical power, wind pumps for water pumping or drainage, or sails to propel ships. Wind power, as an alternative to fossil fuels, is plentiful, renewable, widely distributed, clean, produces no greenhouse gas emissions during operation and uses little land.

TIDAL ENERGY: Tidal Energy is a form of hydropower that converts the energy of tides into useful forms of power - mainly electricity. Recent technological developments and improvements, both in design (e.g. dynamic tidal power, tidal lagoons) and turbine technology (e.g. new axial turbines, cross flow turbines), indicate that the total availability of tidal power may be much higher than previously assumed, and that economic and environmental costs may be brought down to competitive levels.

HYDROELECTRIC ENERGY: Hydroelectricity is electricity generated by hydropower; the production of electrical power through the use of the gravitational force of falling or flowing water. It is the most widely used form of renewable energy, accounting for 16 percent of global electricity generation. The cost of hydroelectricity is relatively low, making it a competitive source of renewable electricity. Hydro is also a flexible source of electricity since plants can be ramped up and down very quickly to adapt to changing energy demands. Once a hydroelectric complex is constructed, the project produces no direct waste, and has a considerably lower output level of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) than fossil fuel powered energy plants.

PLANT ENERGY: Plant energy is produced by crops specifically grown for use as fuel that offer high biomass output per hectare with low input energy. The grain can be used for liquid transportation fuels while the straw can be burned to produce heat or electricity. Plant biomass can also be degraded from cellulose to glucose through a series of chemical treatments, and the resulting sugar can then be used as a first generation biofuel. Biomass can be converted to other usable forms of energy like methane gas or transportation fuels like ethanol and biodiesel. Rotting garbage, and agricultural and human waste, all release methane gas—also called "landfill gas" or "biogas." Crops, such as corn and sugarcane, can be fermented to produce the transportation fuel, ethanol. Biodiesel, another transportation fuel, can be produced from leftover food products like vegetable oils and animal fats. Also, biomass to liquids (BTLs) and cellulosic ethanol are still under research.

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY: The Geothermal energy is thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth. The geothermal energy of the Earth's crust originates from the original formation of the planet. The geothermal gradient, which is the difference in temperature between the core of the planet and its surface, drives a continuous conduction of thermal energy in the form of heat from the core to the surface. Geothermal power is cost effective, reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. As a result, geothermal power has the potential to help mitigate global warming if widely deployed in place of fossil fuels.

FUEL CELL ENERGY: A fuel cell is a device that converts the chemical energy from a fuel into electricity through a chemical reaction with oxygen or another oxidizing agent. Hydrogen is the most common fuel, but hydrocarbons such as natural gas and alcohols like methanol are sometimes used. Fuel cells are different from batteries in that they require a constant source of fuel and oxygen/air to sustain the chemical reaction; however, fuel cells can produce electricity continuously for as long as these inputs are supplied. Fuel cells are used for primary and backup power for commercial, industrial and residential buildings and in remote or inaccessible areas. They are also used to power fuel-cell vehicles, including forklifts, automobiles, buses, airplanes, boats, motorcycles and submarines.

INCENTIVES & AWARDS INNOVATION INCENTIVES IN PRIVATE VENTURES GREEN CREDIT INCENTIVES & MONETIZERS FOR INDUSTRIES: Carbon credits are one of the interesting ways in which the world has incentivized the adoption of green methods. The federation will try to come up with rewards for steps taken by companies to reduce their carbon footprint.

INSTITUTE AWARDS FOR GREEN INITIATIVES: Awards go a long way in making worthwhile efforts being appreciated and enriching. The federation will look at instituting prestigious awards for commendable efforts made in the green energy domain. By bringing in respected experts, constituting panels from all relevant sections of the society to showcasing them in a big way the federation will be creating highly aspirational prizes for deserving recipients.

MAKE INDIA A HUB FOR GREEN TECH: India has a celebrated history in technology from ancient times. The concept of utilizing sustainable and ingenious resources is not quite novel to it. India at present is a world leader in major industries like IT, generic drugs, sports goods, agro etc. Quite a lot of the developing world looks towards India for availability of these goods at highly affordable prices. India has all kinds of resources at its disposal, for it to be a powerhouse in green technologies. The federation will strongly commit itself to making India a very important hub of green energies and activities. It will look at establishing a solid foundation to turn it from a net importer of green tech to a crucial export center, hugely benefiting itself and also the developing world.

EDUCATIONAL/PROMOTIONAL EVENTS & INITIATIVES WITH GRASS ROOT CITIZENS IN URBAN & RURAL AREAS: Events are a very vital medium to involve people in an experiential way, to instill in-depth passion for knowledge. Citizen Action Groups and NGOs will be collaborated with to create awareness by organizing public events like street plays, parades, interactive competitions, concerts and field trips to communities, industries and institutions. These events shall be used to initiate mindfulness about good/bad processes applied in a given set up. As a result, it will develop a practical grass roots understanding of sustainable practices that should be implemented across the country.

SUSTAINED INFORMATION & PUBLICITY CAMPAIGNS: The Federation will initiate awareness campaigns amongst the general public/industries for the cause of green energy, for effective implementation of green policies in all spheres. Information dissemination can be done through the medium of monthly journals, newsletters, newspaper columns or brochures. Awareness in people leads to more informed and sound decision-making, in lieu of development work. This is essential for a prolonged impact of sustainable measures taken for the country.

PROMOTE/INITIATE PROJECTS BY GETTING TOGETHER STAKEHOLDERS: The federation will look at initiating bigger and more impactful projects by bringing in collaboration between NGOs, industries and aware citizens. In the process, fostering of such entities will be done by developing effective business models for all stakeholders. This involves systemic design of the entire process, by bringing in the right partners, technologies and logistics chain into the equation. The project architecture should also be made fundamentally very scalable, to accommodate any level of need.

HELP GOVERNMENT IN POLICY MAKING: Government policy is the very bedrock on which any progress and process of a country depends. Among the primary responsibilities of the federation will be to help guide the governance of the country in formulating good policies in most aspects of green energy. From policies that support growth and establishment of industry to protecting the country’s interests and clarifying India’s green status in the global scenario, the federation will chip in at crucial nodes with its expertise.

END NOTE: The Federation’s vision is to make India a centre for green initiatives and technology. To realize this vision, the Federation will line up a slew of activities in a high impactful manner over the coming years. This will translate ideas on the ground, alongside bringing some of the most important people and organizations together, to set the stage for India to become a green super power.

IFGE MISSION:

A GREENER INDIA FOR A GREENER WORLD

GREENFED Indian Federation of Green Energy

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