This book examines India's current energy scenario with only a few years remaining to achieve SDG-7. It explores the well-formulated initiatives that are yielding positive results, identifies areas that require accelerated efforts, and investigates the obstacles preventing India from reaching the SDG-7 target. The book discusses various research activities and financial policies introduced by India to achieve universal, non-polluting energy by 2030. It also examines a successful model country that has attained energy security, offering insights for India to follow. The book scrutinizes existing policies, proposes reforms, and offers guidance to navigate regulatory challenges for the effective execution of sustainable energy projects. It focuses on exploring decentralized energy solutions, financing models, and community engagement strategies to enhance energy access, especially in underserved regions. The book is aimed at scholars and researchers in fields such as environmental science, sustainable development, and energy studies, as well as professionals from the energy industry, professionals from NGOs and international organisations working in sustainable and equitable energy practices, business leaders and financiers who are interested in investing in the field of sustainable energy, and government officials involved in formulating energy policies that align with the sustainable development goals.
Dr. John Joseph Puthenkalam, S. J., is a Professor of Economics at the Faculty of Economics, & Professor, at the Graduate School of Global Environmental Studies, Sophia University, Tokyo, Japan. He has served as a Board Member of the Sophia School Corporation since 2016 to the present. He was also Academic Dean of the Graduate School of Global Environmental Studies: 2015-2017.
His published books include "The Collision of Cultures? Dialogue Between Globalization and Cultural Identity", Academia Verlag, Germany, 200l. "Dialogue Among Civilizations: Zukunftiges Menchsein: Ethik zwischen Ost und West", Nomos Verlagsgesellschaft Baden-Baden, Germany, 2003, (Edited Volume). "Economic Growth, Democracy and Human Development", Claretian Publications, Bangalore, 2016. "Global Development Analysis: Developing Countries, Millennium Development Goals & Sustainable Development Goals", Sophia University, Tokyo, 2020. He serves as the Project Leader for the 17 SDGs Book series, a collaborative research work between Sophia University, Tokyo, and Christ University, Bangalore, India.
Dr. Fr. Joseph Chacko Chennattuserry is a Professor of History and the Vice Chancellor of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), specialising in maritime history, organisational culture, and work values in educational institutions. He is the Chief Editor of the international book project Encyclopedia of New Populism and its Responses in the 21st Century, published by Springer Nature. His research has been published in leading journals such as the Leadership & Organisation Development Journal, the International Journal of Tourism Cities, and the International Journal of Business Excellence. In addition to his research, Dr Fr Joseph has co-edited several books. Among his recent works are 'Cooperative Federalism in South Asia and Europe', published by Taylor and Francis, and 'Models for Social Responsibility Action by Higher Education Institutions' and 'Inclusive Business Approaches in Tourism: Stakeholder Engagement', both published by Nova Science Publishers. He is currently leading a Major Research Project on "Organisational Culture, Work Values, and Organisational Performance in Institutions of Higher Education in South India". He is an accomplished expert in training leaders and administrators in Higher Education Institutions. He is involved in historical preservation efforts, notably with the St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara Archives and Research Centre in Mannanam, India.
Dr. Bincy Cyriac is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and administrator of the Centre for Research Projects - Science at CHRIST (Deemed to be University). She has over three decades of extensive experience as an Analytical and Nuclear Chemist at the Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research (Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India), leading technical operations in the analysis of rocks, minerals, and beneficiation products for nuclear and strategic elements. Dr. Cyriac's expertise spans the characterization of nuclear-relevant minerals, the operation of advanced analytical instruments, and contributions to laboratory accreditation processes. Her research experience spans across the areas of radionuclides and rare earth elements. Currently, her research is dedicated to addressing water pollution through adsorption technologies and phytoremediation of heavy metals, organic pollutants, and microplastics.
