NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi said the G20 had reaffirmed its commitments to sustainable growth by adopting the ‘Green Development Pact’, and noted that “energy transition” was a significant need of the 21st century world keeping in mind the challenge of climate change.
“Trillions of dollars are required for an inclusive energy transition. Naturally, developed countries play a very crucial role in this. Along with India, all the countries of the Global South are pleased that developed countries have taken a positive initiative this year. Developed countries have expressed their willingness to fulfil their commitment of $100 billion for climate finance for the first time,” the Prime Minister said.
Referring to India’s actions, he said, “Today, India stands among the countries where a large-scale solar revolution is underway.