Photovoltaic, or solar PV, power generation is just one of many promising new sources of energy. Although PV technology has many benefits, there are several environmental factors that affect the solar module efficiency. Of all natural factors influencing PV panel efficiency, operating temperature contributes significantly, indicating a 0.4% to 0.65% efficiency decrease for every 1°C temperature rise.

In the face of ever-changing market dynamics, HUL has led the industry by developing a sturdy value chain. This includes over 25 factories producing more than 2000 stock-keeping units (SKUs), distributed through 30+ warehouses, and generating over 70 billion units annually. The vision for HUL Supply Chain is “Powering HUL to win with Next-Gen Capabilities. Therefore, we are accelerating digital transformation across our end-to-end supply chain through below pillars: 1. Superior Availability:. Our Machine Learning based Cognitive Decision Intelligence tool provides recommendations for Production, Distribution & Norms Planning. We are digitizing our distribution centres by moving away from paper-based operations to handheld terminal-based operations. This facilitates in reducing our lead time to delivery. 2. Superior Value:. Leveraging digital technologies, we have established a real-time production optimization system, minimized waste and maximizing asset utilization. Furthermore, a centralized Manufacturing Control Tower facilitates the seamless replication of best practices across all factories, achieving superior overall efficiency. 3. Superior Product. We harnessed the power of Digital Voice of Consumer to Automate data mining through Large Language Modelling and categorize consumer feedback efficiently to create real-time insights that help in delivering superior products that align with consumer expectations. 4. Superior Care for people & planet: We source 96% of operational energy from renewables and utilize over 100 electric vehicles for last-mile delivery, minimizing our environmental footprint. Our digital interventions manufacturing resulted in improved statistical process capability for each product portfolio. These solutions also make our manufacturing facilities cleaner and greener by predicting optimal run parameters for various fuels while maximizing Boiler efficiency. We have delivered exceptional results through our path breaking journey so far. To make our Supply Chain more intelligent, collaborative, and resilient to manage supply chain disruptions we are now developing an industry first capability in form of Supply Chain Nerve Center. This will act as an enterprise brain to drive faster decision making, providing end to end visibility, and achieving global optima over local optima.

The scientific and technical task that the project is aimed at solving, the expected result: Improving the performance characteristics of machine parts and tools by modifying the structure and properties of surface layers - creating highly dispersed (nano) structures with increased wear resistance, surface hardening due to the creation of surface metal coatings with superhard fillers (highly dispersed carbides, nitrides, diamond). Expected result: improved performance of metal products, including a significant increase in their service life. Research and creation of innovative technologies for hardening machine parts and tools, in order to obtain highly dispersed structures (up to nano) and surface strengthening coatings. The scientific novelty of the solutions proposed in the draft: The novelty of the research is the use of pulsed heat treatment, including thermocyclic treatment of metal products, including alternating cycles of high-speed heating and cooling, and heating is carried out to significantly higher temperatures than with furnace heating. In addition, the modes of the subsequent heating cycle are performed with a decrease in the maximum temperature and exposure time. As a result of R&D, new information will be obtained on the mechanisms of formation of highly hard (more than 60 HRC) wear-resistant submicron (nanometric) structures and properties of surface layers (0.1-5 mm thick) of metal products, necessary for the creation of new technologies.

The overuse of chemical fertilizers is damaging soil quality across agricultural regions in India. Our project transforms organic waste into sustainable fertilizers, promoting healthier crops and restoring soil vitality while reducing reliance on harmful chemicals.

The public release of ChatGPT class neural networks is used to facilitate the implementation of reporting research activities. In the vast majority of cases, this threatens and devalues ​​the quality of the produced research documents, especially in the areas of analytical activities and secondary/higher/post-higher education. It is a recognized fact that neural networks can be used en masse for unkind purposes, falsification of diploma theses (Russia, 2023). In Israel, over three weeks, more than 10% of the content (hundreds of thousands of documents) were identified that included text from AI (the methodology is not disclosed, more like hype). Unauthorized large-scale use of auto-generation of text by neural networks to imitate an individualized creative product is rendered meaningless by the need for deep immersion in the coherence of the text. Based on this, IT tools should be aimed at developing human intellectual competence and productivity, as a confirmed personalized intellectual activity. The intelligent platform "Anti-GPT - Intelligent selfscribe" (AGIS) is proposed, ensuring the harmonious and natural development of human expert activity in his independent creation and writing of research and analytical documents. Novelty - work in the paradigm of a single cognitive system "man - machine". When writing a text, the system automates and removes 80% of routine manual operations of an organizational and technical plan. A person acquires an increase in awareness and depth of inclusion when understanding and writing a text, developing and bringing an ever-increasing degree of competencies and qualifications to a new level. Intellectual activity acquires an easy, accessible and effective format, massively scalable and ready for universal application, forms and increases the level of expert qualifications in people using it in a natural-intellectual way.

Dvara E-Registry (DER) is an AgFinTech startup offering climate finance to smallholder farmers, enabling them to access institutional credit and adopt climate-smart agricultural practices. Challenges Faced by Smallholder Farmers Smallholder farmers face two main challenges: 1. Limited Access to Formal Credit: Of the 140+ million farmers in India, 86% are smallholders with average land holdings of 0.7 hectares. 70% of these farmers lack access to institutional lending forcing them to depend on non-institutional lenders who charge exorbitant interest rates, leading to cycles of debt and poverty. The absence of affordable credit also compels farmers to purchase low-quality, climate-vulnerable agricultural inputs, reducing productivity. 2. Climate and Market-Related Challenges: Agriculture contributes 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions and is highly vulnerable to climate change. The lack of access to extension services, knowledge, and climate-friendly inputs leads to unsustainable practices, such as overuse of fertilizers and pesticides, further degrading soil health. DER’s Innovative Solutions DER addresses these challenges through climate finance solutions, creating collateral-free loan products for smallholder farmers to access institutional credit and adopt sustainable agricultural practices. DER’s approach includes: 1. Digital Platforms for Creditworthiness Assessment: DER uses inhouse digital tools like Khetscore and the Doordrishti platform to assess farmers' creditworthiness. These tools digitize farmer data, provide market insights, and offer credit scores based on historical land analytics using advanced technologies such as AI and remote sensing. - Khetscore is a 3-year historical index evaluating factors like crop health, moisture, soil quality, and weather conditions using indices such as NDVI, GNDVI, NDMI, and NMDI. This alternative credit scoring method helps identify creditworthy farmers for institutional lending. - Doordrishti is a comprehensive platform offering customized crop advisories, weather forecasts, price information, and market linkages to farmers via mobile applications. It helps digitize farmer information, providing actionable insights and improving access to financial services. 2. Climate Finance Products: DER offers differentiated financial products tailored for smallholder farmers empower farmers to purchase climate-resilient seeds, quality inputs, and engage in agri-allied activities, enhancing their income and resilience against climate risks. 3. Climate-Smart Agriculture Promotion: Through the Krishak mobile app, DER offers customized advisories on sustainable agricultural practices. DER also provides access to biological products and climate-resilient seeds. DER is also working with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to promote seed multiplication of climate-resilient seeds, particularly among women farmers. 4. Onboarding farmers on carbon credit program.

Photovoltaic, or solar PV, power generation is just one of many promising new sources of energy. Although PV technology has many benefits, there are several environmental factors that affect the solar module efficiency. Of all natural factors influencing PV panel efficiency, operating temperature contributes significantly, indicating a 0.4% to 0.65% efficiency decrease for every 1°C temperature rise.

PS24 venture addresses significant healthcare challenges in South Africa and BRICS nations, where chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and HIV/AIDS are prevalent. These conditions demand consistent medication management, but systemic issues hinder effective care: 1. Limited Accessibility: Rural and underserved areas face obstacles in accessing healthcare facilities, with long distances, crowded clinics, and insufficient infrastructure delaying timely medication delivery. 2. Inefficiency and Long Wait Times: Urban systems often suffer from inefficiencies, overburdening staff and causing long wait times, leading to patient dissatisfaction. 3. Non-Adherence to Medication: The challenges result in missed doses or discontinued treatment, worsening health outcomes and increasing healthcare costs. 4. Data Management Issues: Inadequate monitoring of patient data complicates medication forecasting and inventory management. PS24 Value Proposition 1. Increased Accessibility: Deploying PS24 machines in hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and community centers enhances access to medication, eliminating travel and wait time concerns. 2. Reduced Wait Times and Improved Efficiency: 3. Improved Medication Adherence: With easier access and reminders through the PS24 app, patients are more likely to follow their medication regimens. 4. Data-Driven Insights: PS24 machines collect data on medication dispensing, offering insights into patient behavior and trends to help healthcare providers respond proactively. Implementation Plan 1. Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating government ministries. 2. Site Selection: Targeting high-traffic urban areas and underserved rural communities based on patient density and proximity to healthcare facilities. 3. Leasing and Service Model: Offering PS24 machines on 5 or 7-year leases to healthcare facilities. 4. Maintenance and Support: A dedicated team will maintain and service the machines. 5. Continuous Improvement and Scaling: Feedback and expansion across South Africa and BRICS countries.

Infrastructure Monitoring: Problem: Traditional inspection methods for roads, bridges, and public buildings are time-consuming, costly, and risky. Solution: We deploy drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and thermal imaging for rapid, safe, and cost-effective infrastructure inspections, enabling real-time data collection and analysis. Environmental Monitoring: Problem: Identifying and managing environmental hazards such as illegal dumping, pollution, and deforestation is challenging. Solution: Our drones provide aerial surveys and data analytics, offering precise monitoring and reporting for quick response to environmental issues. Public Safety and Surveillance: Problem: Ensuring public safety and security in large areas is complex and resource-intensive. Solution: Our drone solutions offer 24/7 surveillance, real-time monitoring, and automated alerts, enhancing public safety and reducing operational costs. Disaster Management: Problem: Quick assessment and response during disasters like floods, fires, or earthquakes are critical but challenging. Solution: We provide drones for rapid damage assessment, search and rescue operations, and real-time communication, improving response times and coordination. By leveraging advanced drone technology, Dronelab Technologies helps governments improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance public safety.

ERP platform with AI-assistant: a space combining products for real estate lifecycle management

Preconditions for the creation of the FGIS F: 1.The lack of reliable and up-to-date data required for work in the areas of forest use, protection, guard, regeneration, afforestation, wood and other forest resources processing. 2.The need to provide state and municipal services and functions in the field of forestry onlines. 3.Outdated forest management data based on sources from over 20-40 years ago on paper carriers. 4.The need to combat illegal logging and subsequent illegal timber trade. 5.The absence of a unified service for detecting changes in forests and illegal logging based on remote sensing data and artificial intelligence results. 6.The creation of the system was based on normative legal acts, including the List of Instructions on the Development and Decriminalization of the Forest Complex, amendments to the Forest Code of the Russian Federation, and other normative legal acts. Project objectives: 1.The creation of a digital twin of the Russian forest with the aim of effective management in the field of forestry relations, simplifying and enhancing the transparency of activities for forest users and stakeholders. 2.Providing accurate information on the current state and changes in the state forest areas. 3.Providing government authorities, regional government, individuals, and organizations with reliable information necessary for carrying out activities related to the use, protection, guard, regeneration, afforestation, wood processing, and other forest resources. 4.Ensuring the detection (including automatic detection) and recording of violations in forest management activities. 5.Ensuring transparent traceability of timber from harvesting to sale and export. Implemented solution: 1.Organizational part. Amendments have been made to the Forest Code of the Russian Federation and other normative legal acts. 2.Technical aspects. The Federal State Information System for the Forestry (FSIS F) has been developed and implemented: an information system that supports the work of government authorities and forest users in providing and receiving state services and functions. The development of FSIS F is divided into three phases, each creating specific functionalities. FSIS F was implemented on July 1, 2023, and is available on the Internet at: https://pub.fgislk.gov.ru. 3.The architecture of FSIS F consists of two technological segments: public and service. a.The public segment is designed for access to the forest user’s personal account and the public forest map: https://pub.fgislk.gov.ru b.The service segment is intended for maintaining the State Forest Register (SFR). https://fgislk.gov.ru 4.The FGIS F consists of subsystems logically grouped into two segments: sectoral and integration. The FGIS F infrastructure is primarily built on containerization technology. The software development for the System utilized free open-source software, as well as ready-made application software of Russian origin, included in the Russian software registry.

The problem was the need to create a compact product that combines an A4-sized workspace and an organizer for art supplies. The main requirements are mobility and ease of use, allowing users to easily carry it and engage in creative activities anywhere. The solution is a product was developed that meets all the requirements. Hobynizer is an organizer slightly larger than A4 size, which also includes a workspace.