CURRENT AFFAIRS

2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog has signed agreement with which country Energy Information Administration (EIA) to set up web portal on energy data on 10 August 2016.
A
US
B
Russia
C
Japan
D
UK
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Our NDCs target at reduction of emissions intensity by 33%-35% by 2030 over 2005, achieving a 175 GW renewable energy capacity by 2022, and share of non-fossil fuel based capacity in the electricity mix is aimed at above 40% by 2030.

Detailed explanation-2: -It aims to boost investment to achieve an efficient, sustainable, and clean energy system. The Vertical makes concerted efforts towards reducing energy import, ensuring an alternative supply of energy and enhancing domestic supply. It seeks to strengthen the energy infrastructure and resolve cross-sectoral issues.

Detailed explanation-3: -It covers two five-year periods: 2017-2022 and 2022-2027. The NEP projects electricity demand and supply planning until the fiscal year 2026/27. It has a cumulative target of 175 GW renewable energy capacity by 2022. The NEP foresees coal-fired power capacity additions of 46 GW between 2022 and 2027.

Detailed explanation-4: -As a part of the climate commitments made in 2016, India set a target of adding 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022, comprising 100 GW of solar energy, 60 GW of wind energy, 10 GW of biomass power, and five GW of small hydropower.

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