In a significant move towards a sustainable and energy-efficient future, NITI Aayog, the Government of Odisha, and the Institute for Sustainability, Employment and Growth (ISEG) Foundation have signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) to collaborate on a transformative clean energy transition initiative in Odisha.
The tripartite agreement was signed today in Bhubaneswar by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja; B. V. R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, and Dr Shirish Sanke, Director and Founding Partner of the ISEG Foundation.
This partnership aims to develop and implement a Strategic Roadmap for a cost-effective Energy Transition Plan in Odisha. This initiative aligns with the state’s vision for Viksit Odisha 2036 and 2047, focusing on making the power sector more accessible, sustainable, self-reliant, and environmentally responsible.
The collaboration will utilise the ASSET (Accelerating Sustainable State Energy Transition) Platform. This is an initiative by NITI Aayog in partnership with the Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
This platform is designed to assist states in creating energy transition blueprints, scalable solutions, and strengthening institutional capacity. It will also facilitate access to climate financing.
Key Objectives:
- Development and implementation of a Strategic Roadmap for a cost-effective Energy Transition Plan and Projectization.
- Promote cleaner and cost-effective energy generation.
- Enhance energy access through a smarter, resilient transmission and distribution system.
- Integrate advanced technologies in energy management, storage, and end-use.
- Mobilise sustainable climate finance and build institutional capacity.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- NITI Aayog will provide strategic guidance, facilitate stakeholder collaboration, and support the development and review of the energy transition blueprint.
- Odisha Govt will lead the initiative on the ground, ensuring data availability, inter-departmental coordination, and logistical support.
- ISEG Foundation, as the Strategic Partner, will bring technical expertise to develop the energy demand-supply scenarios, renewable energy strategies, and implementation frameworks, including the establishment of an “Energy War Room” for project execution.
To ensure effective implementation, the CEO of NITI Aayog will chair a Central Oversight Committee. The Principal Secretary of Energy for the Government of Odisha will lead a State Steering Committee. These committees will actively monitor progress and provide strategic direction.
This partnership highlights a mutual commitment to a greener and more resilient future for Odisha. It also sets a precedent for collaborative, data-driven, and scalable energy transition models across Indian states.
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