Breakthrough in Solar Technology: Cell Achieves 36.1% Efficiency

28 Sep 2023 CW Team

In a groundbreaking development for renewable energy, researchers have achieved a remarkable 36.1% efficiency in a new solar cell. This achievement, detailed in a recent study published in the journal Nature Energy, marks a significant leap forward in the quest for more efficient solar power generation.

Traditional solar cells typically have efficiency rates ranging from 15% to 22%, making this newly developed cell a potential game-changer for the industry. The improved efficiency means that more sunlight can be converted into electricity, making solar power even more economically viable and environmentally friendly.

The breakthrough was made possible through advanced materials and innovative engineering techniques. This higher efficiency paves the way for increased solar power adoption, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change. The implications of this discovery are immense, as it could lead to a surge in solar power installations worldwide. Governments, businesses, and individuals looking to invest in clean energy sources now have a more compelling reason to turn to solar power. This development aligns with global efforts to transition to sustainable energy sources, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Infrastructure Urban

13 Mar 2026

Implementation Status of Jal Jeevan Mission

Since August 2019 the Government has implemented Jal Jeevan Mission to provide assured potable water through household tap connections in rural India. At the start of the mission only 32.3 million (mn) rural households, representing 16.7 per cent, were reported to have tap water connections. States and union territories have reported that 125.8 mn additional rural households have since been provided with tap connections. As a result, of about 193.6 mn rural households roughly 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water supply at home.\n\nThe State, district and village level st..

Jal Jeevan Mission Reaches Eighty One Per Cent Rural Coverage

The Government reported substantial progress under the Jal Jeevan Mission, launched in August 2019 to provide tap water to every rural household. At launch only 32.3 million (mn) rural households had tap connections and states and Union territories reported provision of 125.8 mn additional households by March 2026. Consequently, out of about 193.6 mn rural households around 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water at home. The Finance Minister announced extension of the mission until 2028 in the 2025-26 budget speech. The Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen, launched in October 20..

Empowering Local Governance for Sustainable Rural Water Supply

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has aligned the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) with the 73rd Amendment to strengthen village level planning and community ownership of water supply. Gram Panchayats, village water and sanitation committees and Pani Samitis are to plan, implement, manage and maintain piped water systems, with gram sabha processes formalising handover and oversight. Implementation support agencies including non government organisations, community based organisations and self help groups have been empanelled to train local committees and promote women participation. Under JJM, the department ..