Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the G20 Energy Ministers' Meeting via video link, emphasizing India's leadership in climate action and its commitment to green growth and energy transition. He highlighted that India plans to achieve 50% of its installed electricity power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030, and the country has already achieved its non-fossil installed electricity capacity target ahead of schedule. India is also a global leader in solar and wind power.
PM Modi stressed the importance of transnational grids and interconnections to enhance energy security, and he called for low-cost finance for developing countries, bridging technology gaps, and promoting energy security while diversifying supply chains. He expressed India's willingness to collaborate with neighboring countries for mutually beneficial cooperation in the region.
The Prime Minister pointed out that interconnected green grids can have a transformative impact, enabling countries to meet climate goals, stimulate green investment, and create millions of green jobs. He stated that energy is essential for sustainable growth and development, and India is making efforts to provide inclusive, resilient, equitable, and sustainable energy for all.
PM Modi highlighted some of India's achievements in the energy sector, such as providing LPG connections to 190 million families, connecting every village with electricity, and working towards providing piped cooking gas to a significant portion of the population. He also mentioned India's initiatives in promoting energy-efficient practices, such as the distribution of LED lights and the agriculture pump solarisation project.
The Prime Minister shared India's goals for the future, including the projection of 10 million annual electric vehicle sales by 2030 and the rollout of 20% ethanol blended petrol. He mentioned India's focus on green hydrogen as an alternative for decarbonization, with the aim of becoming a global hub for its production, use, and export.
PM Modi invited the G20 delegates to join the green grids initiative of the international solar alliance called 'One Sun, One World, One Grid.' He emphasized the importance of caring for the environment and making it a part of one's lifestyle to become climate champions.
Prime Minister Modi expressed the need to preserve the Earth, protect the interests of the global family, and move towards a green and sustainable future for all.
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