Food web and Food chain

FOOD CHAIN- A food chain starts with producers and ends with top carnivores. The sequence of eaten and being eaten, produces transfer of food energy and it is known as food chain. Grazing food chain-The consumers which start the food chain, utilising the plant or plant part as their food, constitute the grazing food chain. … Read more

Pumped storage hydro power plant

Pumped Storage Hydro Power: A Vital Tool for a Sustainable Energy Future The global energy landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by the urgent need to transition away from fossil fuels and embrace renewable energy sources. However, the intermittent nature of renewable energy, particularly solar and wind power, poses a significant challenge. This is … Read more

ECOLOGY- An Introduction

    ECOLOGY is  defined “as a scientific study of the relationship of the living organisms with each other and with their Environment.” The classical texts of the Vedic period such as the Vedas, the Samhitas, the Brahmanas and the Aranyakas–Upanishads contain many references to ecological concepts .The Indian treatise on medicine, the Caraka- Samhita … Read more

Pyrolysis/Gasification

Pyrolysis/Gasification Pyrolysis and gasification are two thermochemical conversion processes that are used to convert organic materials into a variety of products, including fuels, chemicals, and biochar. Pyrolysis is a thermal decomposition process that occurs in the absence of oxygen, while gasification is a partial oxidation process that occurs in the presence of a limited amount … Read more

Wind farm

Harnessing the Wind: A Comprehensive Look at Wind Farms Wind energy, a renewable and sustainable source of power, has emerged as a crucial player in the global fight against climate change. Wind farms, large-scale installations of wind turbines, are at the forefront of this energy revolution, transforming landscapes and powering homes and businesses alike. This … Read more

Indian Solar Loan Programme

Harnessing the Sun: A Deep Dive into India’s Solar Loan Programs India, a nation blessed with abundant sunshine, is actively pursuing a path towards a sustainable future. Solar energy, a clean and renewable source, plays a pivotal role in this journey. To accelerate the adoption of solar technology, the Indian government has implemented various financial … Read more

India and Climate Change

India and Climate Change: A Looming Crisis and a Path to Resilience India, a nation of over 1.4 billion people, stands at a critical juncture in its relationship with climate change. As a rapidly developing economy, India faces the dual challenge of meeting its growing energy demands while mitigating the impacts of a changing climate. … Read more

North East Rural Livelihood Project (NERLP): Transforming Lives in Northeast India

North East Rural Livelihood Project (NERLP): Transforming Lives in Northeast India Introduction The Northeast region of India, a land of diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and rich biodiversity, faces significant challenges in terms of poverty, unemployment, and limited access to basic amenities. The region’s unique geographical location, coupled with its historical and socio-economic factors, has contributed … Read more

International Affair and Indian Foreign Policy.- for RAS RTS Mains exam of rpsc

India’s Foreign Policy is fundamentally based on the principles of peaceful co-existence, friendship and co-operation among all the countries of the world irrespective of their political systems. The foreign policy is aimed at promoting international peace and security and maintaining good and friendly relations with all the countries of the world. India, which was a … Read more

Energy Requirement and Efficiency: India’s existing energy needs and deficit; India’s Energy Resources and Dependence, Energy policy of India Government Policies and Programmes. Solar, Wind and Nuclear energy

Energy Management includes planning and operation of energy production and energy consumption units. Objectives are resource conservation, Climate protection and cost Savings, while the users have permanent access to the energy they need.The main objectives of energy management are resource conservation, climate protection and cost savings. The central task of energy management is to reduce costs for the provision of energy in … Read more