SDG Goal wise programs of India (SDG 7) – Part 23

SDG Goal wise programs of India (SDG 7) – Part 23

(இதன் தமிழ் வடிவத்திற்கு இங்கே சொடுக்கவும்)

National Bio energy Programme

Launched Year:

• 2022.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).

Objectives:

• To promote the utilization of surplus biomass, cattle dung, and industrial/urban biowaste for energy recovery.
• To support the setting up of bioenergy plants such as biogas, Bio CNG, power plants, biomass-based cogeneration, and bio gas plants.
• To reduce waste and promote a circular economy by converting waste into wealth and energy.
• To contribute to rural development by promoting the use of biogas in rural areas.
• To reduce carbon emissions and pollution.

Beneficiaries:

• Industries, urban areas, and rural households that can set up bioenergy-related projects.
• Farmers, entrepreneurs, and rural communities.
• Entities involved in waste-to-energy projects, biomass production, and biogas generation.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Project developers, entrepreneurs, and industries looking to set up energy recovery projects (including biogas, Bio CNG, power plants).
• Rural households and communities eligible for setting up family or medium-sized biogas plants.
• Manufacturers involved in biomass briquettes/pellets and non-bagasse-based cogeneration projects.

Benefits:

• Financial support through Central Financial Assistance (CFA) for setting up bioenergy projects.
• Reduced capital cost/interest on loans, making the projects more viable.
• Promotion of cleaner energy sources and reduction of carbon footprint.
• Contribution to waste management and enhanced rural livelihoods.
• Support for the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) and rural cleanliness efforts.

Additional Information:

Three sub-schemes:

• Waste to Energy Programme: For energy generation from urban, industrial, and agricultural wastes.
• Biomass Programme: To support manufacturing of briquettes/pellets and biomass-based power generation.
• Biogas Programme: To support setting up of biogas plants in rural areas.

• The Bio Urja and Biogas portals have been launched for registration and applications for grant of CFA.
• The programme is aligned with other government initiatives like GOBAR-Dhan and SATAT for waste management and alternative transportation.
• The programme will run from FY 2021-22 to 2025-26.

National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)

Launched Year:

• January 2023.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE).

Objectives:

• To establish India as a global hub for the production, usage, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
• To achieve a production capacity of 5 million tonnes per annum of Green Hydrogen by 2030.
• To facilitate the development of a green hydrogen ecosystem through research, innovation, and infrastructure.
• To decarbonize key sectors like steel, transport, shipping, and power generation by utilizing green hydrogen.
• To reduce India’s dependence on fossil fuel imports and contribute to the global clean energy transition.

Beneficiaries:

• Industries utilizing hydrogen, such as steel, transport, shipping, fertilizer, and power generation sectors.
• Research and development institutions.
• Entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and companies involved in green hydrogen production and infrastructure development.
• State and regional governments developing Green Hydrogen Hubs.
• Farmers and rural areas benefiting from decentralized energy applications.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Public and private entities involved in the manufacturing of electrolysers and production of green hydrogen.
• Eligible participants must adhere to specific quality and performance criteria for equipment and technologies.
• Organizations applying for incentives under the SIGHT programme must be aligned with mission objectives and regulatory frameworks.

Benefits:

• India is expected to create over 6 lakh jobs and attract investments worth over Rs. 8 lakh crores by 2030.
• Significant decarbonization of the economy and reduction of over 50 MMT of annual greenhouse gas emissions.
• Reduction in fossil fuel imports by over Rs. 1 lakh crore.
• Establishment of green hydrogen hubs and creation of large-scale infrastructure.
• Creation of export opportunities for green hydrogen and derivatives like green ammonia and green methanol.

Additional Information:

The mission is funded with an outlay of Rs. 19,744 crore and will be implemented in two phases:

• Phase I (2022-23 to 2025-26): Focus on creating demand and supply for green hydrogen, particularly in existing sectors like refineries, fertilizers, and city gas.
• Phase II (2026-27 to 2029-30): Expansion into new sectors such as steel, mobility, shipping, and aviation.
• The mission includes pilot projects, such as hydrogen blending in city gas distribution networks and hydrogen fuel cell buses.
• The mission will support the development of Green Hydrogen Hubs in key regions like Kandla (Gujarat), Paradip (Odisha), and Tuticorin (Tamil Nadu).
• Regulatory frameworks and standards are being developed to ensure the quality and performance of green hydrogen production.
• Key components include incentives for electrolyser manufacturing, research and development, and creating a certification framework for green hydrogen.
• The mission aligns with India's broader commitment to sustainable energy and climate change mitigation.

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY)

Launched Year:

• November 20, 2014.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of Power, Government of India.
• Rural Electrification Corporation Limited (REC).

Objectives:

• To provide electrification to all villages in India.
• To ensure adequate power supply to agricultural consumers and consistent power supply to non-agricultural consumers.
• To improve the quality of power supply to non-agricultural consumers in rural areas.
• To separate agricultural feeders from non-agricultural feeders for better distribution of electricity.
• To improve the sub-transmission and distribution infrastructure in rural areas.
• To implement metering at all levels to reduce losses.

Beneficiaries:

• Rural households.
• Agricultural and non-agricultural consumers in rural areas.
• Rural infrastructure and local businesses.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The scheme is intended for all un-electrified villages, rural households, and rural infrastructure.

Benefits:

• Complete Electrification: Every village and household in India will be electrified.
• Agricultural Benefits: Ample irrigation power will increase farm yields and reduce manual labor in rural areas.
• Economic Opportunities: Electrification will lead to more productive hours, boosting micro-business ventures and small enterprises.
• Improved Services: Electricity in rural areas will improve access to health, education, banking, and social services.
• Social Security: More equitable access to electricity will promote social security and reduce disparities.
• Rural Development: The availability of electricity in villages will stimulate economic development, foster new employment opportunities, and boost local industries.

Additional Information:

• The scheme is an upgraded version of the Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyuti Karan Yojana (RGGVY), focusing on feeder separation, metering, and improvement of sub-transmission infrastructure in rural India.
• The government has allocated ₹756 billion (US$9.5 billion) for the project.
• The Union Government grants 60% of the project cost, with 85% funding for special states.
• The Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) monitors the implementation of the scheme, with transparent reporting through the GARV (Grameen Vidyuti Karan) app.

National Solar Mission

Launched Year:

• 2010.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India.

Objectives:

• To establish India as a global leader in solar energy by promoting rapid adoption and dissemination of solar technologies.
• To promote energy security, mitigate climate change, reduce pollution, and reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
• To develop solar thermal technologies, off-grid applications, and rural solar lighting systems.
• To create a conducive policy and regulatory framework to promote solar power deployment.

Beneficiaries:

• Residential, commercial, and institutional buildings for rooftop solar installations.
• Rural communities for off-grid solar lighting and energy solutions.
• Utility companies, independent power producers, and public sector undertakings involved in solar projects.

Eligibility Criteria:

• For rooftop solar: Open to residential, institutional, social, and government sectors.
• For off-grid solar applications: Rural areas with no access to electricity grids.
• States/UTs must have conducive policy measures for solar promotion.

Benefits:

• Renewable Energy: Solar energy is renewable and abundant, reducing dependency on fossil fuels.
• Environmental: Significant reduction in pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Economic: Job creation in the renewable energy sector, development of solar manufacturing hubs, and long-term savings on electricity bills.
• Energy Security: Improved grid security, especially in rural and remote areas.
• Energy Access: Off-grid solar lighting systems for rural areas improve safety, education, and quality of life.

Additional Information:

• The National Solar Mission has undergone revisions, with an increase in the target from 20 GW to 100 GW by 2022.

Implementation is divided into three phases:

• Phase 1 (2010-13): Focused on grid-connected solar plants (1,000 MW), off-grid solar applications (200 MW), and rooftop solar installations (100 MW).
• Phase 2 (2013-17): Aimed at scaling up solar capacity, including 10 GW from utility-scale projects and additional support for rooftop installations.
• Phase 3 (2017-22): Aiming for 100 GW of total capacity, with significant investments in solar parks, integrated solar manufacturing, and grid integration.
• Financial support is provided through capital subsidies, viability gap funding, and international financing mechanisms.
• Key institutions like the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) have been established to facilitate project execution and procurement.
• Solar radiation monitoring stations have been set up to optimize solar energy utilization.
• The National Solar Mission is a critical step in India’s push towards sustainable energy, addressing energy needs, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.

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