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Cygni Energy, incubated at IIT Madras, has launched the first phase of its automated battery energy storage system gigafactory in Hyderabad with a Rs 100 crore investment. The facility has a 4.8GWh capacity for EV and energy storage battery packs. The company plans to double the capacity by 2027 with an additional Rs 150 crore investment, creating over 1,000 jobs.

A massive blackout struck Spain, Portugal, and parts of France on April 28, 2025, disrupting power for millions. The outage, lasting over 12 hours, halted transportation, grounded flights, and strained healthcare services. While authorities ruled out cyberattacks, a rare atmospheric phenomenon and a fire damaging a power cable are suspected causes.

The UK government and Italian energy company Eni Thursday announced a deal to create a major carbon capture and storage network to store millions of tonnes of CO2 beneath the Irish Sea. Eni plans to store 4.5 million tonnes of CO2 per year, a quantity that could rise to 10 million after 2030, equivalent to the emissions of four million cars.

Evren, Brookfield's India platform, has secured a 300 MW power purchase agreement with NTPC for firm and dispatchable renewable energy. This agreement involves developing nearly 1 GW of renewable capacity, integrating wind, solar, and battery storage. The project aims to efficiently dispatch energy during peak hours, aiding distribution companies in meeting demand and renewable energy obligations.

Globally, a significant portion of food is wasted daily, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and impacting food security. Solutions like improved demand forecasting, smart storage, creative repurposing of scraps, and mindful consumption can help. Collaboration between consumers, businesses, and governments is crucial to reduce waste, nourish communities, and achieve a sustainable, food-secure future.

Adani Green Energy reported a 25.54% surge in net profit, reaching Rs 383 crore for the March quarter, driven by increased revenues and substantial greenfield capacity addition. Adani Total Gas also announced strong results, with a 15% rise in volumes and revenue growth, fueled by CNG segment expansion and network enhancements, marking significant strides in India's energy transition.

Obesity is a chronic disease influenced by genetics, hormones, and metabolism, not merely overeating. Disruptions in leptin and ghrelin signaling, along with metabolic adaptation, contribute to weight gain. The article emphasizes the role of gut microbiome, inflammation, and the need for medical intervention and policy changes, moving away from blaming individuals.

In UK, Project SeaCURE is pioneering technology to extract CO₂ directly from seawater, enhancing the ocean's natural carbon absorption. This initiative aims to combat climate change by capturing CO₂ before it escapes, using sustainable materials.

India is emerging as a hub for energy GCCs, driven by renewable energy initiatives and significant offshoring opportunities. These GCCs, employing around 50,000 people, are expanding their focus to include decarbonization, clean energy transition, and fuel logistics. However, companies face challenges in recruiting qualified experts for cleaner energy and decarbonization efforts.

BFG India, based in Sri City SEZ, is transforming Indian transportation with its advanced FRP solutions. The company significantly contributed to the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express by designing and manufacturing interiors and front ends. BFG also supplies FRP components for metro rail projects across India and contributed to the Kochi Water Metro, showcasing its diverse capabilities and commitment to innovation.

India is targeting an ambitious 100GW nuclear power capacity by 2047. What makes the latest push different from earlier attempts is the entry of big-ticket private capital

NASA's LunaRecycle Challenge, offering a $3 million prize, seeks innovative solutions to transform the 96 bags of human waste left on the Moon by Apollo missions into valuable resources like water, energy, or fertilizer. This initiative is critical for the Artemis mission's goal of establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon, emphasizing sustainable space exploration and potential terrestrial benefits.