Municipal Green Bonds Could Unlock $2.5B with Reforms, Report Says
India’s municipal green bonds could unlock $2.5 billion by 2030, boosting climate finance and sustainable urban development.
IIT Ropar, NTF India Ink Clean Energy, Hydrogen Mobility Pact
The agreement, formalized on Mar. 24 at the IIT Ropar campus, drives a strategic push toward technological innovation in sustainable energy solutions.
India Advances Climate Goals, Cuts Emissions Intensity by 36% Since 2005
India cuts emissions intensity by 36 percent, boosts renewable energy and advances climate resilience under its national climate strategy.
IREDA Raises Over $133M Through Bonds to Bolster Green Energy Financing
IREDA raises ₹1,100 crore via bonds to boost renewable energy financing and strengthen capital base.
Social Protection in India Doubles in 3 Years, Driven by Government Programs
India’s social protection coverage doubled to 48.8% in 2024, driven by key government welfare initiatives, says ILO.
Siemens Gamesa to Sell Majority Stake in Indian Wind Business to TPG
US-based TPG will become the majority shareholder of the newly formed company that deals in wind turbines in India and Sri Lanka.
Government Spending Boost Cuts India’s Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs
India cuts healthcare costs as government spending rises, expanding access to free drugs, diagnostics and insurance coverage.
India Identifies 100 Climate-Resilient Fishing Villages to Bolster Blue Economy
India designates 100 climate-resilient fishing villages to safeguard coastal livelihoods and boost the blue economy.
Global Energy Demand Surges in 2024 as Electricity Consumption Soars: IEA
Electricity demand rose 2 percent in 2024, driving global energy growth as renewables and nuclear power led the supply, according to the IEA.
Over 17M SC Rural Households Now Have Tap Water, Government Says
India reports 80 percent tap water coverage in SC rural households under the Jal Jeevan Mission, with disparities across states.