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ISSN 2278 – 7186 The Complete Energy Magazine July–September 2016 teripress@teri.res.in
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oday The article, ‘Biomimicry of Sunflower’, published in the Solar Quarterly section of the
Opening Immense July–September 2016 issue of Energy Future is very interesting indeed. Sunflowers
the inventions that changed our world Energy Possibilities naturally follow the trajectory of the sun throughout the day, each leaf maximizing
7-7 for the Future the amount of sunlight it receives. It is an incredible example of life imitating nature
per and scientists are using nature’s sun trackers, sunflowers, as models for solar energy
BOFIOSMUINMFICLROYWER inspiration. It is reassuring to learn that if such new technologies that are inspired by
nature could harvest energy in a sustainable manner, then there would be no concerns
Solar Tracking associated with the increasing trend in global energy demands.
Technology
Inspired by Nature Nandini Anvekar
Pune, Maharashtra
ble at SGURSEETANINBAUBILLDEIHNAGBSITAANTDS
Developing a Perfect Accord in
ore.teri.res.in Homebuilding and Sustainable Environment

Corey Enck
LEED AP | Vice President | LEED Technical Development

I read the July–September 2016 issue of Energy Future. The Cover Story on Green Buildings and

Sustainable Habitats reinforces the fact that green environment has deep impact on human as well

as environmental health. Building material, designs, location, and maintenance are key aspects of

safety and health of people living in them. It is vital to create a sustainable environment to ensure

better human resource. The concept of green buildings is the combination of every aspect that fosters

healthy lifestyle. I particularly liked reading about the UPVC ‘green windows’ that are extremely

energy efficient. UPVC windows are best suited for weather conditions throughout India and are

also economical in comparison to teak and other good grade wood. Aniket Bagchi

Asansol, West Bengal

Thank you very much for your The case study published in the July 2016 issue on paddy straw-based power
encouragement. The editorial generation and biogas is quite informative for renewable energy professionals like
team of Energy Future will ensure us. Agriculture is a major contributor to India’s gross domestic product (GDP). With
that the magazine caters to your a large agricultural produce comes equally large agricultural waste. Regrettably,
information and knowledge needs. management of agricultural waste is not up to the mark in our country. Burning
We welcome your suggestions and of crop residue is a common practice that leads to pollution, which further creates
comments to further improve our health hazards. It was nice to read about a novel initiative wherein agricultural waste
content and presentation. is used to generate clean energy.The initiative to generate electricity using biogas
produced from paddy straw is really commendable. It will also be beneficial for
Email: teripress@teri.res.in employment generation, extra income for farmers from sale of straw, and production
of organic manure. It was also curious to read that harnessing solar and wind energy
Editor in one device could power the ‘Internet of things’..
Energy Future
Dhritiman Bandyopadhyay
Indore, Madhya Pradesh

The article on steam optimization measures in energy-intensive industries published
in the Energy Insights section very appropriately reflects that steam system
optimization is a low hanging fruit and industries should reap the rewards of energy
savings, reduced down times and maintenance crises, and also minimization of the
safety hazards.There is a need to make the stakeholders in the industry aware about
the importance of using steam optimally in order to save money, natural resources,
such as coal, water, oil and encourage a culture of uninterrupted improvement in
steam usage and its management in all energy intensive industries..

Harshdeep Gulati
New Delhi
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