(a) whether any agreement in the power sector has been signed during the recent Clinton`s visit to India;
(c) the extent to which the agreement is likely to help in improving the sagging power situation in the country;
(d) whether any power plants by the American companies are proposed to be set up in the country as per the agreement; and
(e) if so, the details thereof, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF POWER
( SHRIMATI JAYAWANTI MEHTA )
(a) to (c) : Yes, Sir. A Joint Statement on cooperation in
Energy and Environment between India and United States of America
was signed at Agra on 22.3.2000. The main objective of the Joint
Statement is to intensify further cooperation in the fields of
clean energy and environment protection. The Joint Statement
also envisages collaborative efforts in research, development,
demonstration and transfers of clean energy and renewable energy
technologies and for improving efficiency in production and
consumption of energy from conventional resources. Progress in
these areas can enhance availability of power and increase
productivity and efficiency. In order to pursue the goals
indicated in the Joint Statement, India and the United States
intend to create a Joint Consultative Group on Clean Energy and
Environment to foster greater bilateral cooperation, Government
to Government dialogue and further encourage public and private
sector cooperation in these sectors.
(d) : No, Sir.
(e) : Does not arise.