Despite the seismic shift of the US exiting the International Solar Alliance, India pledges to sustain its pivotal role in the multinational solar push. A high-ranking official in New Delhi made this clear on Thursday, quelling speculation about the group’s viability.
Comprising about 125 solar-savvy nations, the ISA drives collective action on solar proliferation. It addresses key pain points like high upfront costs, grid integration woes, and policy gaps, tailoring solutions for diverse member needs.
Reports surfaced that among 66 organizations facing US defunding—via President Trump’s Wednesday executive order—the ISA was listed. The order follows a thorough vetting of US engagements in UN-linked and climate-focused outfits.
India’s official highlighted the ISA’s focus on least developed and island states, promising ongoing collaboration in solar rollout, capital raising, training, and de-risking investments. This continuity is vital as solar edges toward mainstream energy dominance.
The Trump era’s climate pullback, including from UNFCCC protocols, has drawn fire from pundits. They decry it as a body blow to planetary health, with the US’s outsized emissions footprint impossible to ignore.
India’s tenacity shines through its own solar triumphs, from massive parks to rooftop revolutions. As ISA co-leader, it will shepherd the pact through turbulence, fostering South-South partnerships that bypass traditional power plays.
Future ISA endeavors include standardized solar auctions, green bonds, and innovation hubs. With India’s vow, the alliance marches on, illuminating paths to energy equity and climate resilience in a multipolar world.