The Union Cabinet has approved the signing of a letter of intent enabling India to join the International Energy Efficiency Hub.
- It is a global platform dedicated to fostering collaboration and promoting energy efficiency worldwide.
- This move solidifies India’s commitment to sustainable development and aligns with its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- This decision will help India gain access to an exclusive 16-nation group sharing strategic energy practices and innovative solutions.
- As a member of the Hub, India will benefit from opportunities for collaboration with other member states, sharing its own expertise and learning from international best practices.
About Energy Efficiency Hub
- The International Energy Efficiency Hub was established in 2020 as the successor to the International Partnership for Energy Efficiency Cooperation (IPEEC), in which India was a member,
- As of July 2024, sixteen countries, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Japan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Kingdom, have joined the Hub.
- Hub brings together governments, international organizations, and private sector entities to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions.
- Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), the statutory agency, has been designated as the implementing agency for the Hub on behalf of India.
- Its Secretariat is hosted at the International Energy Agency (IEA).
