(a) whether the Government proposes to implement certain pilot projects on renewable energy in certain countries including Egypt; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
(a) whether the Government proposes to implement certain pilot projects on renewable energy in certain countries including Egypt; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF NEW AND RENEWABLE ENERGY (DR. FAROOQ ABDULLAH)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. As part of Indian assistance to African Countries under the aegis of India Africa Forum Summit (IAFS), Biomass Gasifier systems and Solar Charging Stations are to be set up in selected African countries. However, at present, no pilot project in Renewable Energy is proposed to be implemented in Egypt.