ToVP Goes Green

The ToVP has garnered much attention as the manifestation of a vision to unite the world in Krishna consciousness. The very size of the structure demands regard. Embellishments and ornamentation will be intricate designs of beauty. The additional attractions the temple will house, like the Vedic chandelier, are in themselves conceptions of divinity. Progressive planning is a feature of the ToVP and this extends to its intended energy supply.

The Electrical Engineering Department is considering types of alternative energy and is conceiving of ways to use as much green energy as possible in the new temple. Currently, Krishna Kumara Prabhu is working on a prototype to harness hydro-kinetic energy. The logistics are incredible as the Ganga would be employed as the energy source. A floating turbine would be placed deep in the river and would rotate slowly. This would initiate the regular chain of events with electricity being the end result. The research has been thorough and a significant point of deliberation has been to ensure that the aquatic life in the Ganga will remain undisturbed. Procedures have been successfully implemented to prevent a disruption in the natural habitat.

The feasibility of this endeavor is encouraging and the Indian government has been supportive and cooperative. The auspiciousness of using the holy Ganga as the new temple’s source of energy is beyond exciting. One can only feel inspired to use their own energy in service to Mahaprabhu’s mission.