National Energy Conservation Day

National Energy Conservation Day highlights the importance of saving resources. People understand this but often waste energy carelessly. This issue is of increasing concern due to climate change and global warming.

History

National Energy Conservation Day was established in 1991 by the Ministry of Energy Resources of India. This is not surprising as the country is one of the largest energy consumers, ranking second in the world population-wise. India produces electricity on a large scale, but this does not prevent it from facing energy shortages. To tackle this issue, power engineers are monitoring industry, infrastructure and its development, maintenance, and delivery of resources to the subscribers.

The goal of National Energy Conservation Day is to minimize environmental pollution and provide services to the population by fostering conscious energy consumption, increasing the efficiency of production, and developing alternative sources. The general public does not understand the technicalities, but they can still help the state in reducing its energy demands.

Interesting Facts

• Ancient Egyptian texts mention electricity, referring to the shocks felt from fish such as rays.
• In 1910, David Coolidge invented a design for the incandescent lamp with a tungsten filament, reducing its cost.
• The human brain produces electricity continuously, enough to power a 10W light bulb.
• Hospitals and healthcare facilities require the most energy.
• 1 billion people worldwide live without electricity.

How to Take Part

Learn more about National Energy Conservation Day! There are a variety of open sources on the internet. Various events are held on this day, including conferences, competitions, and debates. In India, awards are given to recognize the contributions made by individuals and organizations to energy savings.

When is National Energy Conservation Day in 2024?

National Energy Conservation Day is observed on December 14 each year.

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