India Seeks Norwegian Expertise in Energy and Transition Technologies for Clean Energy Goals

India is exploring Norwegian expertise in energy and transition technologies, such as carbon capture and storage, to enhance its clean energy capabilities. The country aims to achieve its energy security goals under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The collaboration with Norway on projects like the Northern Lights CO2 terminal in Bergen demonstrates India's commitment to upgrading its energy capabilities. India is working on a national mission for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) and may provide financial incentives to companies adopting CCUS technologies. As one of the largest emitters of CO2 in the world, India has set ambitious targets to reduce emissions and achieve net-zero status by 2070. CCUS plays a crucial role in decarbonizing the industrial and power sectors in India, given the country's heavy reliance on coal for electricity generation. The Minister also participated in discussions on offshore energy technologies in Norway, focusing on deepwater exploration and hydrocarbons exploration. India's plans for offshore exploration licensing rounds and the development of a full ecosystem for deepwater exploration technologies showcase the country's forward-looking approach to energy security.