A shift to renewable energy is ‘hopeless’ without efficiencies, environmentalist says

Solar panels and wind turbines in the Netherlands. Daniel Bosma | Moment | Getty Images Explorer and environmentalist Bertrand Piccard has called for a renewed focus on cutting energy waste, saying it’s “hopeless” to shift to renewables without improving efficiency. Around three-quarters of the world’s energy is wasted, Piccard told an “IOT: Powering the Digital … Read more

Biogas most viable for small cars, says Maruti’s RC Bhargava

Biogas is the most viable fuel for small cars in India given the abundant availability of the bio waste in the country, RC Bhargava, chairman, Maruti Suzuki India, said. According to him, battery-powered vehicles at present have many limitations for users of small cars, including price and charging facilities, and are more suitable for those … Read more