The EU and India have strengthened their partnership to implement the Paris climate agreement and boost clean energy co-operation.
They have adopted a historic Leaders’ Joint Statement on green energy and climate change, which was endorsed by leaders at the EU-India Summit in Delhi last week.
They reaffirmed their commitment to the ongoing co-operation on renewable energy, smart grids, energy efficiency and the cost-effective deployment of offshore wind in India.
They also intend to expand their co-operation to other areas, including solar pumps, energy storage and advanced biofuels.
Miguel Arias Cañete, EU Commissioner for climate action and energy said: “This first-ever statement is testimony of our highest political commitment to the Paris Agreement and the clean energy transition.
“By working together, we can make a difference and jointly lead the global clean energy race.”