US-headquartered The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) and NITI Aayog signed a Statement of Intent (SOI). The agreement aims to promote sustainable development and achieve energy independence in India by 2047.The partnership focuses on promoting clean energy projects and implementing strategic interventions at national and state levels. Key objectives include expanding renewable energy initiatives in at least 10 states, with a target of deploying 100 GW of renewable energy over the next three years. The partnership includes several aspects like the solarization of 6000 km of expressways and the empowerment of 100,000 women. GEAPP will collaborate with state governments, think tanks, and other partners to offer technical insights, conduct workshops, and support the implementation of policies.
NITI Aayog and GEAPP to push 100GW renewable rollout in India
The Plans include solarizing 6000 km of expressways, generating 10 GW of energy, and empowering 1 lac women. (Image Source: GEAPP)
The dual-use project integrates agriculture under solar panels and floating aquaculture with energy storage. (Image Source: PRNewswire)
The Horsham project combines solar and battery storage, supporting grid stability and peak demand management. (Image Credit/Source: Atimedia/Pixabay)
The 20 MW solar project actively supports Eramet’s SBTi roadmap and climate goals. (Image Source: SolarPanal/Pixabay)
Sherco Solar is the Upper Midwest’s largest solar project, set to power 150,000 homes when fully operational. (Image Source: Xcel Energy)