JinkoSolar Joins the United Nations Global Compact Updated On Fri, Apr 23rd, 2021 by Saurenergy JinkoSolar, one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, has announced it has joined the United Nations (U.N.) Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. Under the U.N. Global Compact, signatories are encouraged to align their operations and strategies with key principles on human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. […] Read more
UNIDO, NISE to Cooperate on Skill Development in Solar Thermal Sector Updated On Thu, Aug 8th, 2019 by Saurenergy An agreement has been signed between NISE and UNIDO to initiate a skill development programme in the solar thermal energy sector. An agreement has been signed between the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), an autonomous institute under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to […] Read more
IRENA and UNFCCC Join Forces to Accelerate RE as Climate Solution Updated On Mon, Aug 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy IRENA and UNFCCC are jointly ramping up efforts to fight climate change by promoting the widespread adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and UN Climate Change (UNFCCC) are jointly ramping up efforts to fight climate change by promoting the widespread adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy. The […] Read more
Success or Failure of Climate Change Battle Hinged on Developments in Asia: UN Updated On Mon, Aug 5th, 2019 by Saurenergy The battle to combat climate change will be a “success or failure” based on the developments in Asia, where growing energy needs are increasing demand for fossil fuels The battle to combat climate change will “succeed or fail” based on what happens in Asia, where growing energy needs are increasing demand for fossil fuels, UN officials said. […] Read more
UN Fund GCF Removes Veto Power Over Climate Projects Updated On Thu, Jul 11th, 2019 by Saurenergy UN’s Green Climate Fund changed its rules at the latest meeting where it announced US$267 million towards United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) supported countries. The United Nations’ Green Climate Fund has changed its rules so no single country can block finance, as recently it happened when the US intervened in a Chinese bid. The decision […] Read more
Cabinet approves moving a Resolution in the first Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for amending the Framework Agreement of the ISA for opening up the ISA membership to all countries that are members of the United Nations Updated On Thu, Nov 1st, 2018 by Saurenergy The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given ex-post facto approval for moving a Resolution in the first Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for amending the Framework Agreement of the ISA for opening up the ISA membership to all countries that are members of the United Nations. Benefits: Opening […] Read more
Braking Global Warming at 1.5 Degree Celsius Calls ‘Unprecedented Changes’: IPCC Updated On Mon, Oct 8th, 2018 by Saurenergy IPCC has, on its shoulders, the task of providing the policymakers with a regular assessment of the scientific basis of climate change along with its impacts and future risks like global warming. While hundreds of scientists and government representatives from across the world contributing their inputs on climate change and resultant increasing global warming during […] Read more
UN Commends India’s Solar Approach and Plastic Ban Updated On Tue, Aug 7th, 2018 by Saurenergy Major advances are being made to better safeguard natural environments across the world, but more action is needed if the planet’s long-term survival is to be ensured. United Nations’ environment chief has commended the intensity of India’s approach towards the use of solar energy for electricity production. UN Environment Programme (UNEP), Execiutive Director, Erik Solheim […] Read more
Solar Power System to Convert Plastic into Fuel Invented by IIT Madras Updated On Fri, Jun 8th, 2018 by Saurenergy “We thought that if the plastic can’t come to the industry, let the industry come to the plastic,” Selvaraj said. The team showcased its project on the occasion of the World Environment Day, hosted by the United Nations (UN) in New Delhi. A solar powered system developed by the scientists from IIT Madras can convert non-recyclable […] Read more
