With the special focus on offshore wind energy, the Cabinet approved the strategic cooperation agreement between the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and the Ministry of Energy, Use and Climate of Denmark in the field of renewable energy.
This meeting took place under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Cabinet also approved the letter of intent to establish 'India-Denmark Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy' in India. Signing of documents will help strengthen the bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
The agreement deals with strategic cooperation in the area of renewable energy. There is an emphasis on offshore wind energy. It has also been said to set up the India-Denmark Excellence Center. Developing technical capabilities for the management of offshore wind projects in the areas of co-operation, measures to develop the wind power industry (both coastal and offshore) with high efficiency, Measures to ensure high quality of wind turbines, parts and certification and to forecast and timetable about offshore wind Making etc. |
India-Denmark Center of Excellence will work to evaluate renewable energy resources. Special focus will be given on offshore and coastal wind. In addition to this, connecting wind, solar, hydropower and storage technologies, integrating renewable energy with high level wind power, investigation and research and skill development / capacity building. You will also pay special attention to it.
Denmark is one of India's leading business partners. Major imports from Denmark to India include pharmaceuticals / pharmaceutical goods, power generation machinery, industrial machinery, metal minerals, organic chemicals etc. Exports to Denmark from India include textiles, textiles / fabric yarn, road vehicles and components, metal items, iron and steel, shoes and travel items. Both countries have proposed a bilateral agreement with Denmark to promote bilateral trade and ensure cooperation and coordination in the maritime sector.
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