India-Norway Green Strategic Partnership
Context : India and Norway upgraded bilateral ties to a Green Strategic Partnership focusing on clean energy and sustainability.
Key Highlights:
- Cooperation areas include renewable energy, green shipping and digitalisation.
- India seeks green investments and technology transfer for energy transition.
- Norway’s expertise in offshore energy and shipping aligns with India’s climate goals.
- Strategic partnerships increasingly include sustainability and resilient supply chains.
Key Facts:
- Norway is a major producer of hydropower.
- India has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
- EFTA includes Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland.
- Green hydrogen and offshore wind are emerging pillars of India’s clean energy strategy.