Empowering Bhubaneswar: Workshop Paves the Way for a Sustainable Net-Zero Future
Key Ideas
  • The workshop in Bhubaneswar focused on fostering collaboration and outlining a strategic roadmap towards a low-carbon, sustainable future for the city.
  • Key stakeholders, including government officials, industry leaders, and experts, gathered to discuss the transition towards Net-Zero by 2070 aligned with India's national commitment.
  • Experts highlighted the importance of electrification of transport, grid modernization, and renewable energy integration for achieving a net-zero future.
  • International experts from the UK shared best practices and strategies on EV adoption, urban sustainability, and green hydrogen promotion, contributing to Bhubaneswar's sustainable urban development.
The workshop organized in Bhubaneswar by the UK Government, in collaboration with the Energy Department of Odisha and GRIDCO, focused on paving the way for a sustainable net-zero future for the city. Key stakeholders gathered to exchange knowledge and develop a strategic roadmap for Bhubaneswar's transition towards a low-carbon, sustainable future. The initiative aligns with India's national commitment to achieve Net-Zero by 2070 and Odisha's goal of adding 10.9 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2029-30. Dr. Vibha Dhawan from TERI emphasized the importance of collaboration in achieving Odisha's sustainability goals, stressing the need to bridge technology gaps and strengthen policy frameworks for clean mobility solutions. Trilochan Panda from GRIDCO highlighted Odisha's commitment to clean energy transition and specified intermediary targets for energy transition by 2036 and 2047. Dr. Andrew Fleming, the British Deputy High Commissioner, shared insights on UK's urban sustainability experiences, appreciating Odisha's actions towards renewable energy adoption. The workshop focused on key sectors such as Energy and Transport, emphasizing sustainable urban mobility solutions. International experts from the UK presented on EV adoption, infrastructure strategies, and green hydrogen promotion. The workshop marked a significant milestone in Bhubaneswar's journey towards sustainable urban development, fostering strategic partnerships and leveraging global expertise. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed to strengthen Odisha's commitment to clean energy transition, emphasizing collaborative efforts and knowledge exchange to drive climate goals forward.
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