3rd Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG) meeting

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The 3rd Energy Transition Working Group Meeting (ETWG) under India's G20 chairmanship began in Mumbai from May 15 to 17, 2023.

An overview of the news

• The meeting was organized to discuss and address issues related to energy transition in the context of global energy challenges and sustainable development.

Purpose of the meeting

• To facilitate dialogue, knowledge-sharing and cooperation among countries and stakeholders to accelerate the transition to clean, sustainable and affordable energy sources.

Topic of discussion

• Discussions focused on understanding and addressing the challenges associated with the transition from traditional fossil fuel-based energy systems to renewable energy sources.

• This includes topics such as energy efficiency, renewable energy deployment, grid integration and energy access.

Policy Framework and Regulatory Measures

• The meeting is likely to include discussion on the policy framework and regulatory measures that promote energy transition.

Technological progress and innovation

• Discussions could include topics such as energy storage, smart grids, electric mobility and digitisation, as well as their role in facilitating the energy transition.