{"id":14430,"date":"2023-11-01T12:24:06","date_gmt":"2023-11-01T12:24:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=14430"},"modified":"2023-11-01T12:24:08","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T12:24:08","slug":"cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Cleantech &#8211; UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis &#8211; 01st September 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/current-affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1.png\" alt=\"UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz - Edukemy\" class=\"wp-image-14085\" width=\"780\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-40-1-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleantech, an ever-evolving and crucial facet of the global energy landscape, has garnered significant attention in recent years. As the world grapples with the urgent need to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, cleantech solutions have emerged as a beacon of hope. These innovative technologies and sustainable practices offer not only the promise of a greener future but also economic opportunities and job creation. From solar and wind energy to electric vehicles and advanced waste management systems, cleantech innovations are reshaping industries and catalyzing a transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally responsible society. Governments, investors, and businesses are increasingly recognizing the potential of cleantech, and it is imperative that they continue to support and invest in these technologies to drive the necessary transformations in our energy infrastructure and combat the pressing challenges of climate change. Cleantech isn&#8217;t just an option; it&#8217;s a fundamental pillar of our journey towards a more sustainable and resilient planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags<\/strong>: GS Paper \u2013 3: Solar Energy; Renewable Energy.\u00a0<\/p><p>GS Paper \u2013 2: Government Policies &amp; Interventions.\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a00b3cd899e9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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view:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Context\" title=\"Context:\">Context:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Decoding_the_editorial_Green_economy\" title=\"Decoding the editorial: Green economy&nbsp;\">Decoding the editorial: Green economy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Cleantech_solutions_for_the_hinterlands\" title=\"Cleantech solutions for the hinterlands&nbsp;\">Cleantech solutions for the hinterlands&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Examples_from_recent_years\" title=\"Examples from recent years\u00a0\">Examples from recent years\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Steps_to_scale_up\" title=\"Steps to scale up&nbsp;\">Steps to scale up&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Leverage_existing_government_programmes_supporting_livelihoods\" title=\"Leverage existing government programmes supporting livelihoods.\u00a0\u00a0\">Leverage existing government programmes supporting livelihoods.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Enable_large-scale_financing_of_cleantech_solutions\" title=\"Enable large-scale financing of cleantech solutions.\u00a0\u00a0\">Enable large-scale financing of cleantech solutions.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Enable_multi-actor_partnerships\" title=\"Enable multi-actor partnerships.\u00a0\u00a0\">Enable multi-actor partnerships.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Q_What_is_cleantech\" title=\"Q: What is cleantech?\">Q: What is cleantech?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Q_How_does_cleantech_contribute_to_reducing_carbon_emissions\" title=\"Q: How does cleantech contribute to reducing carbon emissions?\">Q: How does cleantech contribute to reducing carbon emissions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Q_What_are_some_key_examples_of_cleantech_innovations\" title=\"Q: What are some key examples of cleantech innovations?\">Q: What are some key examples of cleantech innovations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Q_How_can_individuals_and_businesses_get_involved_in_cleantech_initiatives\" title=\"Q: How can individuals and businesses get involved in cleantech initiatives?\">Q: How can individuals and businesses get involved in cleantech initiatives?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Q_What_role_does_government_policy_play_in_advancing_cleantech_adoption\" title=\"Q: What role does government policy play in advancing cleantech adoption?\">Q: What role does government policy play in advancing cleantech adoption?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/cleantech-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-01st-september-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_view\"><\/span><strong>Exam view<\/strong>: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Green economy; Cleantech solutions for the hinterlands; Steps to scale up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context\"><\/span><strong>Context<\/strong>: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cleantech can deliver on development and climate action <\/strong>in the country\u2019s rural areas.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_editorial_Green_economy\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the editorial: Green economy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The green economy paradigm provides an optimistic pathway to align development and environmental outcomes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Building a solar park or an electric vehicle charging station helps expand the much-needed infrastructure in a developing economy while furthering climate action.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Reviving millets helps improve farm incomes in rain-fed areas while making our agriculture climate resilient.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/e47fc769-9df2-4fca-bfaf-4005f9f91a6f\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>But the critical issue is taking this green economy paradigm to the heart of our development needs in the form of youth looking for jobs, women seeking income opportunities, or farmers waiting to diversify their incomes.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cleantech_solutions_for_the_hinterlands\"><\/span><strong>Cleantech solutions for the hinterlands<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>India\u2019s rural economy that comprises 120 million farmers and 34 million micro-enterprises <\/strong>often struggles with unreliable electricity access and a dependence on expensive and imported diesel.\u00a0<\/li><li>Cleantech solutions that are powered by renewable energy can help India reduce its diesel imports, avoid the loss of perishable food and enhance rural livelihood opportunities while posing an investment opportunity worth $50 billion for investors and financiers.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examples_from_recent_years\"><\/span><strong>Examples from recent years<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Solar dryers converting throwaway tomatoes into sun-dried ones in Andhra Pradesh,\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Biomass-powered cold storages helping farmers in Maharashtra selling lemons make a gain that is three to five times that of the original price, or\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Solar silk reeling machines reducing drudgery for thigh-reelers and doubling their income in Odisha.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Research at the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) <\/strong>shows that just 12 such cleantech solutions have the potential to impact at least 37 million livelihoods or about 16% of our rural population.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But this silent revolution now needs a structural boost. There needs to be a three-fold approach to traverse this journey from 50,000-plus to tens of millions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"429\" height=\"322\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-35.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14429 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 429px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 429\/322;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_scale_up\"><\/span><strong>Steps to scale up<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leverage_existing_government_programmes_supporting_livelihoods\"><\/span><strong>Leverage existing government programmes supporting livelihoods.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>For instance, the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana can be used to enable the adoption of cleantech solutions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PM-FME) scheme can be used to unlock support for solutions such as a solar dryer, an energy-efficient multipurpose food processor or a solar grain mill.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana can be leveraged towards adopting solar refrigerators and dryers for fishing communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, which has only seen a 15% fund utilisation against a target of \u20b91,00,000 crore, can support the adoption of biomass-powered cold storage and beyond.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enable_large-scale_financing_of_cleantech_solutions\"><\/span><strong>Enable large-scale financing of cleantech solutions.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It requires supporting bankers\u2019 capacity on credit assessment for cleantech because they have not come across such solutions and the associated cash flows before to make an informed assessment.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Their risks need to be hedged in the initial stages of the market through partial guarantees.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Adopting some of these principles helped \u2018Powering Livelihoods\u2019, a CEEW-Villgro initiative, unlock 300-plus loans for cleantech solutions to women, self help groups, farmer producer organisations and individual micro-entrepreneurs in rural areas.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enable_multi-actor_partnerships\"><\/span><strong>Enable multi-actor partnerships.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The challenges faced include\u00a0\u00a0<ul><li>low product awareness,\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>high customer acquisition cost as users need to touch and feel these products before adoption,\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>low density of customers for such products in a given area, and\u00a0<\/li><li>limited after-sales service and market linkage of the final processed products.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>A holistic ecosystem where\u00a0\u00a0<ul><li>distributors work with manufacturers to enable technology access at the last mile,\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>service providers ensure after-sales services, and\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>market-linkage players enable the connection to the market to create a thriving ecosystem for cleantech to impact rural livelihoods at scale.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>For instance, there are solar dyer companies that are not only deploying dryers but are also enabling financing for users to adopt the dryers and buying back the final produce from them to ensure market linkages.\u202f\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By focusing on cleantech for livelihoods and jobs, especially in rural areas, we can make that green future inclusive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/op-ed\/cleantech-for-an-inclusive-green-future-in-india\/article67235921.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hindu\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_is_cleantech\"><\/span>Q: What is cleantech? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Cleantech, short for &#8220;clean technology,&#8221; refers to innovative solutions and practices that aim to reduce environmental impact, improve sustainability, and promote energy efficiency. It encompasses a wide range of technologies and processes designed to address environmental challenges and combat climate change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_does_cleantech_contribute_to_reducing_carbon_emissions\"><\/span>Q: How does cleantech contribute to reducing carbon emissions? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Cleantech technologies, such as renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, energy-efficient appliances, and electric vehicles, significantly reduce the reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. By promoting cleaner and more sustainable alternatives, cleantech plays a crucial role in mitigating climate change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_key_examples_of_cleantech_innovations\"><\/span>Q: What are some key examples of cleantech innovations? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Cleantech innovations encompass a diverse range of solutions, including solar panels, wind turbines, energy-efficient LED lighting, smart grid systems, electric vehicles, waste-to-energy processes, and sustainable agriculture practices. These technologies aim to minimize resource consumption and environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_individuals_and_businesses_get_involved_in_cleantech_initiatives\"><\/span>Q: How can individuals and businesses get involved in cleantech initiatives? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Individuals and businesses can engage with cleantech by adopting energy-efficient practices, investing in renewable energy systems, reducing waste, and supporting sustainable products and services. For businesses, partnerships with cleantech startups and incorporating green technologies into their operations can further their contributions to environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_role_does_government_policy_play_in_advancing_cleantech_adoption\"><\/span>Q: What role does government policy play in advancing cleantech adoption? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Government policies and regulations can have a significant impact on the cleantech sector. They can provide financial incentives, tax breaks, and subsidies to promote cleantech adoption, set emissions reduction targets, and establish environmental standards. 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