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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Socorro ISD earns district certification from National Institute for STEM Education
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Socorro Independent School District said it is the most recent district in the country to earn the National Certificate for STEM Excellence – District (NCSE-D) STEM certificate. Socorro ISD announced the recognition on Tuesday, May 27, in a news release. Socorro ISD said the district is the first in West Texas and one of only three in Texas in the nation to earn the district STEM certification. The certificate, which comes from the National Institute for STEM Education (NISE), recognizes districts for their commitment to continually improving districtwide systems and structures that support STEM educators and their students, Socorro ISD said. 'We are extremely honored to earn the national STEM certification, which validates the hard work and dedication among our faculty, staff and administrators to ensure that our students are receiving meaningful instruction and hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering and math,' Socorro ISD Interim Superintendent James Vasquez said. 'Our highly qualified teachers, campus and district leaders are achieving outstanding results integrating STEM instruction across all areas of student learning.' Socorro ISD said NISE, which is headquartered in Houston, Texas, was conceived by seasoned, practicing educators and is based on thousands of hours of research, professional development, curriculum design, and educational leadership. Using an online platform and supported by a dedicated NISE STEM leadership coach, educators and district leaders work together to refine district operations and instruction to further strengthen STEM practices and the district's overall STEM culture, Socorro ISD added. Socorro ISD said that as part of earning the NCSE – District Certification, along with over two years of sustained visioning, planning, and implementing STEM education system, three campuses also earned the NCSE – Campus Certification, and 97 teachers and administrators earned the National Certificate for STEM Teaching (NCST). Escontrias STEAM Academy was the first school in West Texas to earn the National Certificate for STEM Excellence – Campus Certification in July 2023, the district said. The district added that Sierra Vista STEAM Academy earned the certification in August 2024, and Montwood High School earned the certification in January 2025. 'I commend the district academics team and our STEM-certified schools who worked diligently to make this national certification a reality for our students and district,' Vasquez said. 'It demonstrates that SISD is a leader in STEM education dedicated to providing students the knowledge, skills and resources to excel in our competitive, science and technology-based society.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Land scarcity a hurdle in achieving solar energy goals, says Union minister Pralhad Joshi
Gurgaon: Union minister for renewable energy Pralhad Joshi said availability of land has emerged as a major challenge for augmentation of solar energy infrastruture and asked National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) to work on technology that can generate maximum energy in less space. The minister was in the city to inaugurate a testing lab for solar panels at NISE in Gwalpahari on Tuesday. Highlighting exponential growth, the minister said that the country's installed solar energy capacity increased from 2.82 GW in 2014 to 106 GW in 2025, marking a growth of over 3700%. The installed capacity is expected to increase to 300 GW by 2030, he said, outlining the achievement of 50 GW in wind energy capacity. At the inauguration event, Joshi said, "The new lab will set global benchmarks in solar R&D, testing, training, and policy support while marking a bold step towards self-reliance, innovation, and global excellence." Joshi also stated that NISE is now equipped to offer comprehensive testing, calibration, and certification services, particularly for photovoltaic modules and technologies where no established standards currently exist. He termed the lab a pioneering facility for India and further highlighted that as Indian companies scale up the production of large modules, this lab will ensure that products meet the highest quality standards. Joshi noted that the lab also aligns with BIS standards and will provide a major boost to the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme and support India's aspiration to become a global manufacturing hub. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Speaking to the media after the inauguration, Joshi said India is firmly on track to achieve the 500 GW non-fossil fuel energy target by 2030, including 292 GW of solar energy. The minister said that NISE should reflect the transformation India's renewable energy sector has seen in the last 11 years.
The Print
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Print
In talks with states for signing PPAs of 40 GW RE capacity: Pralhad Joshi
'We are targeting 50 GW of RE capacity annually to meet the 500 GW target by 2030 , which of course includes 292 GW of solar energy', Joshi told reporters on the sidelines of inauguration of solar PV module testing facility at National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) here. Gurugram, Apr 22 (PTI) Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday said 40 GW of renewable energy (RE) can soon come online as talks are on with states for signing power purchase agreements (PPAs). The New & Renewable Energy Minister said peak power demand will double in 2032 from the present levels. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of 250 GW in May 2024. The power ministry has estimated 270 GW peak power demand during this summer. Joshi said India needs to create innovative solutions to maximize solar energy generation from available land resources. The minister also called for use of innovative solutions for using building materials like glass to generate solar energy from limited space available like in high-rise buildings. He said talks are on with states to sign PPAs for 40 GW RE projects. Joshi also said that 12 lakh households have installed rooftop solar under Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Earlier, speaking on the occasion, the minister said that India has already achieve 106GW of solar and 51GW of wind energy generation capacity. He stressed on the need for having solar electric vehicle charging stations in the country saying that presently EVs are being charged by conventional energy. Joshi opined that EVs should be charged by green energy. He noted that with this lab, NISE is now empowered to offer comprehensive testing, calibration, and certification services, especially for photovoltaic modules and technologies where no established standards currently exist. That makes this a pioneering facility in India, he said. As Indian companies scale up production of large modules, this facility will ensure that Indian products meet the highest standards, he noted. He pointed out that this lab will give a major boost to India's PLI scheme, and to the country's ambition of becoming a global manufacturing hub. 'Back in March 2014, our installed solar capacity was just 2.82 GW. Today, we have crossed 106 GW, which is a growth of over 3,700 per cent. We had just 2 GW of solar module production in 2014. Today, we have soared to 80 GW. And by 2030, we are confident to reach 150 GW,' he said. He stated that NISE must strive to become a global institution of excellence. Its work should reflect the ambition, innovation, and resilience of New India. 'We want NISE to become a benchmark in solar R&D, testing, training, and policy support. In fact, I believe NISE should aspire to surpass even the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems in Germany.' Today, he noted that NISE lags behind in global research impact and patent generation. 'I urge you to step up efforts in this journey demands deep research, cutting-edge innovation, and global collaboration. So I say to NISE: Build partnerships. Develop talent. Push boundaries. Let your work echo across labs, factories, and solar farms worldwide.' Joshi noted that NISE is already working on new-age solar technologies like: Perovskite Solar Cells (High-efficiency, low-cost solar cells with flexible applications) and Bifacial Solar Panels (Capture sunlight on both sides to increase energy generation). Going forward, he suggested that it should also undertake initiative for mass adoption of initiatives like AI for Solar Power Forecasting – It will help optimise solar energy production and grid integration through AI. About the Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), he stated that he has been reading how other countries are integrating solar cells into building materials for energy-efficient urban structures. He suggested that NISE can help India enhance its scale and scope. PTI KKS ANU This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
In talks with states for signing PPAs of 40 GW RE capacity: Pralhad Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday said 40 GW of renewable energy (RE) can soon come online as talks are on with states for signing power purchase agreements (PPAs). "We are targeting 50 GW of RE capacity annually to meet the 500 GW target by 2030 , which of course includes 292 GW of solar energy", Joshi told reporters on the sidelines of inauguration of solar PV module testing facility at National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) here. India added 29.52 GW RE capacity in 2024-25. The New & Renewable Energy Minister said peak power demand will double in 2032 from the present levels. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of 250 GW in May 2024. The power ministry has estimated 270 GW peak power demand during this summer. Joshi said India needs to create innovative solutions to maximize solar energy generation from available land resources. Live Events The minister also called for use of innovative solutions for using building materials like glass to generate solar energy from limited space available like in high-rise buildings. He said talks are on with states to sign PPAs for 40 GW RE projects. Joshi also said that 12 lakh households have installed rooftop solar under Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Earlier, speaking on the occasion, the minister said that India has already achieve 106GW of solar and 51GW of wind energy generation capacity. He stressed on the need for having solar electric vehicle charging stations in the country saying that presently EVs are being charged by conventional energy. Joshi opined that EVs should be charged by green energy. He noted that with this lab, NISE is now empowered to offer comprehensive testing, calibration, and certification services, especially for photovoltaic modules and technologies where no established standards currently exist. That makes this a pioneering facility in India, he said. As Indian companies scale up production of large modules, this facility will ensure that Indian products meet the highest standards, he noted. He pointed out that this lab will give a major boost to India's PLI scheme, and to the country's ambition of becoming a global manufacturing hub. "Back in March 2014, our installed solar capacity was just 2.82 GW. Today, we have crossed 106 GW, which is a growth of over 3,700 per cent. We had just 2 GW of solar module production in 2014. Today, we have soared to 80 GW. And by 2030, we are confident to reach 150 GW," he said. He stated that NISE must strive to become a global institution of excellence. Its work should reflect the ambition, innovation, and resilience of New India. "We want NISE to become a benchmark in solar R&D, testing, training, and policy support. In fact, I believe NISE should aspire to surpass even the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems in Germany." Today, he noted that NISE lags behind in global research impact and patent generation. "I urge you to step up efforts in this journey demands deep research, cutting-edge innovation, and global collaboration. So I say to NISE: Build partnerships. Develop talent. Push boundaries. Let your work echo across labs, factories, and solar farms worldwide." Joshi noted that NISE is already working on new-age solar technologies like: Perovskite Solar Cells (High-efficiency, low-cost solar cells with flexible applications) and Bifacial Solar Panels (Capture sunlight on both sides to increase energy generation). Going forward, he suggested that it should also undertake initiative for mass adoption of initiatives like AI for Solar Power Forecasting - It will help optimise solar energy production and grid integration through AI. About the Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), he stated that he has been reading how other countries are integrating solar cells into building materials for energy-efficient urban structures. He suggested that NISE can help India enhance its scale and scope.
