Promoting Solar Power Initiatives

India’s Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal emphasized the government’s efforts to boost solar power adoption at the ongoing 26th World Energy Congress. Initiatives like the PM-KUSUM Scheme and solar rooftop programs are driving environmental sustainability and job creation.

PM-KUSUM Scheme: Empowering Farmers with Solar Energy

The PM-KUSUM Scheme aims to provide energy security to Indian farmers while advancing the nation’s commitment to increase non-fossil fuel power capacity to 40% by 2030. With targets including setting up 10,000 MW of renewable energy plants and installing 27.50 lakh solar agriculture pumps, the scheme is a significant push for green energy.

Global Recognition and Collaboration for Sustainable Energy

India’s efforts, including initiatives like Mission LiFE and emphasis on carbon neutrality and green hydrogen at COP28, have garnered international acclaim. Agarwal stressed the importance of supporting developing countries in accessing financing and clean technologies to address the energy trilemma effectively.

World Energy Congress: Redesigning Energy for a Sustainable Future

The Ministerial Round Table Conference at the World Energy Congress discussed the pivotal role of global collaboration in achieving clean and inclusive energy transitions. With a focus on ‘Redesigning Energy for People and Planet,’ the Congress marks a significant milestone in advancing global energy transitions.

Source：punjabnewsexpress.com