India to achieve Paris Agreement's NDCs limit of 40% power capacity

28 Sep 2021 CW Team

He said that it will reduce the emissions intensity of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 33-35% over its 2005 levels in 2030.

Khuba was addressing an event on Ambition to Impact on Friday, which was organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations (UN) in New York.

The event was based on the opportunities for global collaboration in India's Clean Energy Economy at the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy (HLDE).

T S Tirumurti, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Permanent Mission of India to the UN, delivered a message in a video that India is targeting to provide global accessibility and sustainable energy at rational prices through citizen-centric models. India is constantly collaborating with international communities to achieve its targets.

The webinar shows India's efforts to achieve its sustainable development target by 2030 through citizen-centric measures and focuses on enhancing the pace of India's clean energy deployment through international collaborations. It discussed India's multilateral efforts required for this transition via global policies, co-development of technologies, investments and pooled finances for demonstrations to promote deployment.

Andre Aranha Corrêa do Lago, Ambassador of Brazil and Freddy Svane, Ambassador of Denmark, strongly support India's initiative of clean energy and climate change target and discussed ways to strengthen ways for bilateral cooperation with India focusing on renewable energy targets.

Besides, Brazil and Denmark are the UN global champions for the energy transition.

Image Source

Also read: Rising demand for increased data centre efficiency and a reduced carbon footprint

Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Bhagwanth Khuba told the media that India is set to achieve the Paris Agreement's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) limit of 40% installed renewable power capacity. He said that it will reduce the emissions intensity of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 33-35% over its 2005 levels in 2030. Khuba was addressing an event on Ambition to Impact on Friday, which was organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations (UN) in New York. The event was based on the opportunities for global collaboration in India's Clean Energy Economy at the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy (HLDE). T S Tirumurti, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Permanent Mission of India to the UN, delivered a message in a video that India is targeting to provide global accessibility and sustainable energy at rational prices through citizen-centric models. India is constantly collaborating with international communities to achieve its targets. The webinar shows India's efforts to achieve its sustainable development target by 2030 through citizen-centric measures and focuses on enhancing the pace of India's clean energy deployment through international collaborations. It discussed India's multilateral efforts required for this transition via global policies, co-development of technologies, investments and pooled finances for demonstrations to promote deployment. Andre Aranha Corrêa do Lago, Ambassador of Brazil and Freddy Svane, Ambassador of Denmark, strongly support India's initiative of clean energy and climate change target and discussed ways to strengthen ways for bilateral cooperation with India focusing on renewable energy targets. Besides, Brazil and Denmark are the UN global champions for the energy transition. Image Source Also read: Rising demand for increased data centre efficiency and a reduced carbon footprint

Infrastructure Urban

13 Oct 2025

Recycling Leaders Push for Policy Reforms in India

As India prepares for the largest recycling-focused event in its history, industry leaders are making a strong case for policy reforms to unlock the country’s circular economy potential. Ahead of the Bharat Recycling Show (BRS) 2025, co-located with Plastics Recycling Show (PRS) India, a high-level panel discussion in Mumbai spotlighted the urgent need for regulatory clarity, digital innovation, and integration of the informal sector.Held under the theme “Unlocking Circular Value: Regulatory and Market Trends in Recycling”, the panel brought together prominent voices from across the recy..

Infrastructure Energy

13 Oct 2025

Environmental Hearing Set for 1000 MW Naying Hydro Project

The environmental public hearing for the 1,000 MW Naying hydroelectric project will take place on November 12 at Yapik community hall in Shi-Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh, officials confirmed. The run-of-the-river project on the Siyom (Yomgo) river is being developed by the North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO). Construction, including a concrete dam, underground powerhouse, and tunnel, is expected to commence around 2028, with commissioning planned by 2032. The project aims to generate approximately 4,966.77 GWh of electricity. The Naying project received Central Electricity ..

Infrastructure Energy

13 Oct 2025

India Achieves 490 MWh Energy Storage Capacity by June 2025

India’s cumulative energy storage capacity reached 490 MWh by June 2025, according to data released by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). Of this, more than 85 per cent is associated with renewable energy projects, primarily solar and wind, reflecting the country’s accelerated shift towards grid stability and clean energy integration. The CEA report highlights that 16 energy storage systems are currently operational across 10 states, with major installations in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. These include both standalone and co-located battery systems deployed by le..