New Delhi: India’s push for global leadership in renewable energy gets a fresh boost as Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, embarks on a three-day visit to Germany starting October 6. The visit comes as India has already achieved 40% of its cumulative electric power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2021, well ahead of its 2030 target.
During the visit, Joshi will attend the Hamburg Sustainability Conference from October 7-8 and hold bilateral talks with ministers from Germany and the UK to discuss cooperation in green hydrogen, renewable energy finance, and sustainable development. The Minister will also highlight India’s stance on green shipping and decarbonising the mobility sector.
The visit aims to accelerate India’s energy transition efforts, which are expected to unlock significant investment and job opportunities. “Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid special emphasis on India-Germany relations,” said a government official, pointing to the recent launch of the India-Germany Platform for Investment in Renewable Energies at RE-INVEST 2024, which aims to boost renewable energy projects.
The visit is set to enhance India’s role in global energy transition and international efforts, including the International Solar Alliance.
