CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Mission targets installing 100 GW grid-connected solar power plants by the year 2022.

Detailed explanation-2: -In order to keep its global commitments to source half its energy from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030, India must instal 500 GW of capacity at a cost of ₹2.44 lakh crore, according to a new plan report.

Detailed explanation-3: -The country’s vision is to achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2070, in addition to attaining the short-term targets which include: Increasing renewables capacity to 500 GW by 2030, Meeting 50% of energy requirements from renewables, Reducing cumulative emissions by one billion tonnes by 2030, and.

Detailed explanation-4: -2022, cumulative installed capacity of biomass power and cogeneration projects stood at about 9.4 GW (Bagasse & IPP) and 0.77 GW (Non-Bagasse), waste to energy projects capacity was 223.14 MW (grid connected) and 272.09 MWeq (off-grid).

Detailed explanation-5: -The correct answer is Diu. Diu is the Smart City in India that has become the first to run on 100% renewable energy during the daytime. Diu Smart City has become the first city in India that runs on 100% renewable energy during the daytime setting a new benchmark for other cities to become clean and green.