In this Annual book, we are fortunate to have a number of authoritative experts on select invited topics/ subjects of interest in the field of Renewable Energy Education. Ever since Solar Energy Centre (SEC) and now National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) started its own training, research, outdoor and indoor testing of both solar thermal and photovoltaic modules and systems in India, serious attempts were made both at MNRE and NISE level to understand and formulate the role of Solar Energy in the context of overall energy scenario in the country. Discussions in different forums both in India and abroad in developing and developed countries at various levels in government, Ministries, Scientific Institutions, Industries, developers and Universities, it became apparent to have a latest of the art literature on annual basis, a review state of the art book, giving a balanced and upto-date material in the field of Solar Energy dealing both fundamentals and applications. The aim of this Annual is to highlight the importance of the requirement which may serve the interest of professional workers in the field as well as those working in industries and government organizations and those of serious scientists and students at university level both at the graduate or advanced undergraduate level. The present volume is an attempt to provide information and fill the gap between demand and supply in the field of Skill development in Renewable Energy. We welcome future contributions from prospective authors who share these intentions.

It is worth reiterating that this book series aims at providing state of the art review on all relevant topics with a specific focus for the benefit of all stakeholders including professionals from academia, industry, government organizations, researchers and above all the student community. The chapters included in this volume provide in-depth coverage on several different facets including evolution of policies, details of policy initiatives by central and state governments, implications of policy measures for financing and emissions mitigation etc. Since there is no single book that presents a comprehensive treatment of the policies on renewable energy and energy efficiency in the Indian context, this volume is expected to serve as the much needed teaching-learning resource for teachers and students interested in the area of energy policy and planning. The material presented in this volume would also help identify policy related gaps and other relevant challenges to large scale diffusion of renewable energy technologies and adoption of energy conservation measures in the country.

In this Annual book, we are fortunate to have a number of authoritative experts on select invited topics/ subjects of interest in the field of Renewable Energy Education. Ever since Solar Energy Centre (SEC) and now National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) started its own training, research, outdoor and indoor testing of both solar thermal and photovoltaic modules and systems in India, serious attempts were made both at MNRE and NISE level to understand and formulate the role of Solar Energy in the context of overall energy scenario in the country. Discussions in different forums both in India and abroad in developing and developed countries at various levels in government, Ministries, Scientific Institutions, Industries, developers and Universities, it became apparent to have a latest of the art literature on annual basis, a review state of the art book, giving a balanced and upto-date material in the field of Solar Energy dealing both fundamentals and applications. The aim of this Annual is to highlight the importance of the requirement which may serve the interest of professional workers in the field as well as those working in industries and government organizations and those of serious scientists and students at university level both at the graduate or advanced undergraduate level. The present volume is an attempt to provide information and fill the gap between demand and supply in the field of Skill development in Renewable Energy. We welcome future contributions from prospective authors who share these intentions.

It is worth reiterating that this book series aims at providing state of the art review on all relevant topics with a specific focus for the benefit of all stakeholders including professionals from academia, industry, government organizations, researchers and above all the student community. The chapters included in this volume provide in-depth coverage on several different facets including evolution of policies, details of policy initiatives by central and state governments, implications of policy measures for financing and emissions mitigation etc. Since there is no single book that presents a comprehensive treatment of the policies on renewable energy and energy efficiency in the Indian context, this volume is expected to serve as the much needed teaching-learning resource for teachers and students interested in the area of energy policy and planning. The material presented in this volume would also help identify policy related gaps and other relevant challenges to large scale diffusion of renewable energy technologies and adoption of energy conservation measures in the country.