Union power and renewable energy minister R.K. Singh. “It is this consciousness of responsibility that drives us to embrace energy efficiency and renewable sources of energy. Singh also said that there is huge potential for energy efficiency in the housing sector which accounts for about a third of the total energy consumption. He also said that despite its lower per capita energy consumption, India is taking a lead in embracing energy efficiency. Energy efficiency is central to India’s INDCs which state that the nation would aim to promote energy efficiency in the economy, notably in industry, transportation, buildings and appliances.

Source: Mint March 29, 2018 21:33 UTC