Clean technology (or cleantech or climatetech) is any process, product, or service, whose focus is on energy efficiency, the sustainable use of resources, or&nbsp;environmental protection.&nbsp;It aims to reduce negative environmental impacts.&nbsp;

Cleantech includes technologies and innovations aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability across various sectors, including energy, transportation, water, waste management, etc.&nbsp;

Implementation of clean technology allows the world to generate the energy we need without the greenhouse gas emissions and negative environmental effects that come with fossil fuels. It helps counter climate change. Hence, it becomes extremely important to give weight to clean technologies and their funding. There's also an urgent need to spread awareness.&nbsp;

Saurabh Kumar, Vice President - India of Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) told WION, "At the forefront of the global energy transition, cleantech awareness is crucial for transitioning away from traditional fuels, ensuring a sustainable energy future."&nbsp;

"The challenge of funding in the cleantech sector or the reason why early-age start-ups fail to grow in the cleantech space is because of the perceived risks and long gestation period of the venture," Kumar added.&nbsp;

The world is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, which account for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions, pollution that is especially difficult to reduce quickly enough to satisfy global warming targets.&nbsp;

Sandeep Chandna, Chief Sustainability Officer, Tech Mahindra, told WION, "The intertwined relationship between technology and climate change is a multifaceted tale beyond innovation and sustainability."&nbsp;

Technology is not a mere bystander in the climate change narrative; instead, it is the protagonist that guides us towards a sustainable future, Chandna said.&nbsp;

He added, "From AI-powered systems that optimise energy consumption to IoT devices that monitor environmental metrics, technology has become an indispensable facet in addressing the intricate challenges of climate change. Its integration in sustainable management has transcended multi-fold, reflecting our collective commitment towards sustainability."&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/health-and-wellness/pollution-makes-respiratory-illnesses-worse-in-winter-season-what-should-be-preventive-approach-671460">Pollution makes respiratory illnesses worse in winter season: What should be preventive approach?</a>&nbsp;

Cleantech is a broad term that encapsulates a range of solutions, including renewable energy, smart grids, carbon capture, and many other innovative technologies designed to curb carbon emissions and nurture a greener planet.&nbsp;

The global cleantech market is expected to be worth around USD 650 billion per year by 2030, which is more than three times the current level, reports have revealed.&nbsp;

Chandna highlighted that cleantech-related jobs are expected to double from six million today to nearly 14 million by 2030.&nbsp;

"As the landscape of climate action evolves, it is time to move beyond merely reducing carbon footprints and focus more on paving the way for a sustainable and resilient future," he said.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/climate-financing-progress-made-at-cop28-but-is-it-enough-667272">Climate financing: Progress made at COP28, but is it enough?</a>&nbsp;

<h2>Investing in clean technologies&nbsp;</h2>

Clean technologies demand financial capital to thrive in today's ever-changing technology world. Investing in cleantech is a commitment to determining the future of our world.&nbsp;

It is about creating an environment in which organisations pioneering clean energy sources may increase their influence and develop their sustainable practices.&nbsp;

"This requires a concerted effort from all stakeholders, including governments, businesses, and individuals, to accelerate the adoption of cleantech solutions and create a brighter, more sustainable future for all," Chandna said.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/calls-rise-to-phase-out-fossil-fuels-but-it-remains-a-challenge-to-devise-a-formal-plan-at-cop28-666782">Calls rise to phase out fossil fuels, but it remains a challenge to devise a formal plan at COP28</a>&nbsp;

<h2>Cleantech and India</h2>

Kumar said that GEAPP recognises the potential of India's large demographic, particularly its youth, in driving innovative approaches for sustainability.&nbsp;

He said that GEAPP launched ENTICE - Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge, which is a flagship programme fostering an ecosystem for innovators in India, to fill this gap as the group recognised the significance of cleantech as it aligns with global commitments of the Paris Agreement.&nbsp;

He said that ENTICE encourages the development of low-cost, impactful, and scalable clean energy solutions and provides innovators with access to Series 'A' funding, market linkages, and mentorship, aiming to accelerate progress towards Sustainable Development Goals.&nbsp;

Series B and C funding stages often receive more attention in the current landscape, and hence, ENTICE steps in to address this gap.&nbsp;

Clean technology (or cleantech or climatetech) is any process, product, or service, whose focus is on energy efficiency, the sustainable use of resources, or environmental protection.

Clean technology (or cleantech or climatetech) is any process, product, or service, whose focus is on energy efficiency, the sustainable use of resources, or environmental protection. It aims to reduce negative environmental impacts. Cleantech includes technologies and innovations aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability across various sectors, including energy, transportation, water, waste management, etc. Implementation of clean technology allows the world to generate the energy we need without the greenhouse gas emissions and negative environmental effects that come with fossil fuels. It helps counter climate change. Hence, it becomes extremely important to give weight to clean technologies and their funding. There's also an urgent need to spread awareness. Saurabh Kumar, Vice President - India of Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) told WION, "At the forefront of the global energy transition, cleantech awareness is crucial for transitioning away from traditional fuels, ensuring a sustainable energy future." "The challenge of funding in the cleantech sector or the reason why early-age start-ups fail to grow in the cleantech space is because of the perceived risks and long gestation period of the venture," Kumar added. The world is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, which account for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions, pollution that is especially difficult to reduce quickly enough to satisfy global warming targets. Sandeep Chandna, Chief Sustainability Officer, Tech Mahindra, told WION, "The intertwined relationship between technology and climate change is a multifaceted tale beyond innovation and sustainability." Technology is not a mere bystander in the climate change narrative; instead, it is the protagonist that guides us towards a sustainable future, Chandna said. He added, "From AI-powered systems that optimise energy consumption to IoT devices that monitor environmental metrics, technology has become an indispensable facet in addressing the intricate challenges of climate change. Its integration in sustainable management has transcended multi-fold, reflecting our collective commitment towards sustainability." Also read: Pollution makes respiratory illnesses worse in winter season: What should be preventive approach? Cleantech is a broad term that encapsulates a range of solutions, including renewable energy, smart grids, carbon capture, and many other innovative technologies designed to curb carbon emissions and nurture a greener planet. The global cleantech market is expected to be worth around USD 650 billion per year by 2030, which is more than three times the current level, reports have revealed. Chandna highlighted that cleantech-related jobs are expected to double from six million today to nearly 14 million by 2030. "As the landscape of climate action evolves, it is time to move beyond merely reducing carbon footprints and focus more on paving the way for a sustainable and resilient future," he said. Also read: Climate financing: Progress made at COP28, but is it enough? Investing in clean technologies Clean technologies demand financial capital to thrive in today's ever-changing technology world. Investing in cleantech is a commitment to determining the future of our world. It is about creating an environment in which organisations pioneering clean energy sources may increase their influence and develop their sustainable practices. "This requires a concerted effort from all stakeholders, including governments, businesses, and individuals, to accelerate the adoption of cleantech solutions and create a brighter, more sustainable future for all," Chandna said. Also read: Calls rise to phase out fossil fuels, but it remains a challenge to devise a formal plan at COP28 Cleantech and India Kumar said that GEAPP recognises the potential of India's large demographic, particularly its youth, in driving innovative approaches for sustainability. He said that GEAPP launched ENTICE - Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge, which is a flagship programme fostering an ecosystem for innovators in India, to fill this gap as the group recognised the significance of cleantech as it aligns with global commitments of the Paris Agreement. He said that ENTICE encourages the development of low-cost, impactful, and scalable clean energy solutions and provides innovators with access to Series 'A' funding, market linkages, and mentorship, aiming to accelerate progress towards Sustainable Development Goals. Series B and C funding stages often receive more attention in the current landscape, and hence, ENTICE steps in to address this gap.

Clean Technology: Youth plays a crucial role in paving way for a sustainable future, experts say

By Siddhant Sibbal

Indian foreign policy is not known for thinking out of the box. But in an increasingly changing world, New Delhi is looking for new partners and it has got not one but five.

On Tuesday, India will take part in the first-ever India-Nordic countries summit.&nbsp;

This is the second time ever such a summit is taking place. The last time such a summit took place was during the tenure of US president Barack Obama. And India aims to get a lot from it.&nbsp;

Nordic countries have globally-recognised strengths in clean technologies, environmental solutions, port modernisation, food processing, health, agriculture infrastructure, skill development and innovation. These are focus areas of India’s development. India’s flagship programmes like Clean Ganga, Swachh Bharat, and Smart Cities could get boosts from them.&nbsp;

India’s trade with the Nordic countries totalled around US $5.3 billion in 2016-17. The cumulative Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from the Nordic countries to India stands at US $2.5 billion.

Part of the reason for the summit is India’s growing ties with Stockholm. This will be after three decades that an Indian PM is visiting the country. The last time an Indian PM visited Sweden was in 1988. High-level political engagements have only grown. &nbsp;

Sweden is a valued Indian partner in trade, technology and investment. Over 170 Swedish companies have invested US $1.4 billion in India since 2000. Some 70 Indian companies have invested in Sweden. The India-Sweden annual bilateral trade stands at around US $1.8 billion.&nbsp;

The Indian PM met Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven in New York on September 25, 2015. During the course of 2017, the two spoke over the telephone 4 times.&nbsp;

When the Indian PM arrives in Stockhlm, the focus will be on sectors such as business, science and technology, energy and smart cities.

India-Sweden trade ties have been good and are gaining momentum. Over 170 Swedish companies are at present in India.

Sweden has things that world can learn for it.&nbsp;

It has a feminist foreign policy and feminism forms a major pillar of its foreign policy. It has come up with its own terminology: “hen” instead of hon (her) or han (he). Uppsala in Sweden got a female archbishop in 2014. It is also the world’s first cashless society.&nbsp;

Only one per cent of transaction are done in cash, all the others use digital modes of payments.&nbsp;

The Nordic countries have been an influential voice in the world and at the UN. The first and second secretary generals of the UN were from Nordic countries. The first was Norway's Trygve Lie and the second was Sweden's Dah Hammarskjold.&nbsp;

Nor can the security angle be ignored. The Pakistani diaspora has been an important factor in the Nordic countries. They form the third-largest immigrant group in Sweden and Denmark, a group that has been an influential factor in Nordic’s politics.. Norway has the largest diaspora of Pakistanis in Scandinavia.&nbsp;

But all in all, Modi's visit is about opening a new chapter in India-Nordic ties. A chapter that looks at engaging with the Nordic countries as a single entity instead of separate units. A pan-Nordic idea, a pan-Nordic engagement.

Nordic countries have globally-recognised strengths in environmental solutions, port modernisation, food processing, health, agriculture infrastructure, and innovation. These are focus areas of India’s development. India’s flagship programmes like Clean Ganga, Swachh Bharat, and Smart Cities could get boosts from them

By Siddhant Sibbal Indian foreign policy is not known for thinking out of the box. But in an increasingly changing world, New Delhi is looking for new partners and it has got not one but five. On Tuesday, India will take part in the first-ever India-Nordic countries summit. This is the second time ever such a summit is taking place. The last time such a summit took place was during the tenure of US president Barack Obama. And India aims to get a lot from it. Nordic countries have globally-recognised strengths in clean technologies, environmental solutions, port modernisation, food processing, health, agriculture infrastructure, skill development and innovation. These are focus areas of India’s development. India’s flagship programmes like Clean Ganga, Swachh Bharat, and Smart Cities could get boosts from them. India’s trade with the Nordic countries totalled around US $5.3 billion in 2016-17. The cumulative Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from the Nordic countries to India stands at US $2.5 billion. Part of the reason for the summit is India’s growing ties with Stockholm. This will be after three decades that an Indian PM is visiting the country. The last time an Indian PM visited Sweden was in 1988. High-level political engagements have only grown. Sweden is a valued Indian partner in trade, technology and investment. Over 170 Swedish companies have invested US $1.4 billion in India since 2000. Some 70 Indian companies have invested in Sweden. The India-Sweden annual bilateral trade stands at around US $1.8 billion. The Indian PM met Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven in New York on September 25, 2015. During the course of 2017, the two spoke over the telephone 4 times. When the Indian PM arrives in Stockhlm, the focus will be on sectors such as business, science and technology, energy and smart cities. India-Sweden trade ties have been good and are gaining momentum. Over 170 Swedish companies are at present in India. Sweden has things that world can learn for it. It has a feminist foreign policy and feminism forms a major pillar of its foreign policy. It has come up with its own terminology: “hen” instead of hon (her) or han (he). Uppsala in Sweden got a female archbishop in 2014. It is also the world’s first cashless society. Only one per cent of transaction are done in cash, all the others use digital modes of payments. The Nordic countries have been an influential voice in the world and at the UN. The first and second secretary generals of the UN were from Nordic countries. The first was Norway's Trygve Lie and the second was Sweden's Dah Hammarskjold. Nor can the security angle be ignored. The Pakistani diaspora has been an important factor in the Nordic countries. They form the third-largest immigrant group in Sweden and Denmark, a group that has been an influential factor in Nordic’s politics.. Norway has the largest diaspora of Pakistanis in Scandinavia. But all in all, Modi's visit is about opening a new chapter in India-Nordic ties. A chapter that looks at engaging with the Nordic countries as a single entity instead of separate units. A pan-Nordic idea, a pan-Nordic engagement.

Modi heads to Sweden: Clean tech, skill development — Nordic countries have what India needs

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