This report presents the emphasis on implementation of renewable energy resources in India. A detailed analysis of the renewable energy sector shows there are less policies and investments in the innovation of this energy. India has limited energy resources and one day it will only depend on renewable energy resources. For this, Indian government should implement several measures like sustainable planning; reasonable budget etc. so that renewable energy sources optimally utilized and conserves natural resources for future generation.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
My sincere thanks and regards to Mrs. Sanjukta Chatterjee Mam, The Professor of Basic Technical Communication (B.T.C.) in Birla Institute of Applied Sciences (BIAS) Bhimtal, for giving me the opportunity to work on this sector and for guiding me every step of the way.
I would also like to acknowledge the Library and Support Staff of BIAS for their unconditional help and cooperation during the entire duration of my internship. My friends, colleagues and co-Interns deserve a mention for providing me with the most conducive environment to work all along.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgement
Abstract
1. Introduction……………………………………………………3
2. Emergence of Renewable Energy………………….……….8
3. Renewable Resources………………….………………..10 3.1 Wind Energy………………………………………….10 3.2 Biofuels………………………………………………… 3.3 Solar Energy……………………………………………….12 3.4 Ocean Energy………………………………………13 3.5 Geothermal Energy…………………………………14 3.6 Hydrogen and Fuel Cells…………………………14
4. Importance of Renewable Energy…………………15 5. Conclusion and recommendations 6. Bibliography
1. INTRODUCTION
A renewable resource is a natural resource with the ability to reproduce through biological or natural processes and replenished with the passage of time. Renewable resources are part of our natural environment and form our eco-system.
Renewable resources are endangered by industrial developments and growth. They must be carefully managed to
Bibliography: 5. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Annual Report, 2010-11 6 21. Electricity Act, 2003, Government of India 22