Webinar on State of Energy Transition in South Asia
2025-01-08
he “State of Energy Transition in South Asia” webinar was held on the 17th of November. The webinar convened policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers to explore the evolving energy landscape in the region.
The panel discussion focused on South Asia’s overall landscape for RE and the trends and trajectories in the region. Discussions were held on the opportunities for deepening and widening cooperation on RE deployment among the countries of South Asia. dependence on fossil fuels, alongside advancements in solar, wind, and hydropower. Speakers also touched upon the topics of cross-border energy cooperation, financing renewable projects, etc.
The webinar highlighted country-specific initiatives from India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, emphasizing on successful case studies and innovation as pivotal drivers of progress. This event marked an important step in fostering dialogue and collaboration to accelerate South Asia’s shift towards sustainable and resilient energy systems.