India: A Rising Solar Superpower

UN climate chief Simon Stiell praises India as a solar superpower at the ET Global Business Summit, urging it to expand clean energy efforts to fuel economic growth. Stiell calls for ambitious climate plans and warns of economic repercussions without strong climate action, highlighting the need for international financial support.

India is being hailed as a 'solar superpower' by UN climate chief Simon Stiell, who urged the nation to enhance its clean energy framework for economic advancement. Addressing the ET Global Business Summit, Stiell praised India's significant solar installations and pointed to the country's pivotal role in climate change mitigation.

Stiell highlighted the economic benefits of embracing a broader clean energy strategy, noting that India's economic future could greatly benefit from renewable energy advancements. He stressed that India has a unique position to lead in deploying renewable energy capacity and exporting crucial green technologies.

However, Stiell warned of economic risks stemming from climate disruptions if robust climate actions, especially by G20 nations, aren't realized. He emphasized the urgent need for international financial backing, criticizing developed nations for inadequately supporting the Global South in their climate endeavors.

(With inputs from agencies.)