Context:
India is showcasing its innovative technologies at the 26th World Energy Congress.
26th World Energy Congress:
- Theme- ‘Redesigning Energy for People and Planet’.
- Co-hosted by – World Energy Council and the Netherlands Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy.
- Objective – To explore the role of connected energy societies in driving forward global energy transitions.
- Significance –
- This edition celebrates 100 years since the Council’s formation
- It is the world’s longest-established energy event, having shaped the global energy agenda for a century.
- Enables government-to-government dialogue and unites businesses and communities of all shapes and sizes.
World Energy Council:
- UN-accredited global energy body established in 1923
- Aim – Promoting sustainable supply and use of energy.
- Headquarters – London.
- WEC India – One of the earliest country members of World Energy Council, having joined the Council in 1924.
- Functions under – Ministry of Power, Government of India, with the support of the Ministries of Coal, New & Renewable Energy, Petroleum & Natural Gas and External Affairs.
Source: PIB
Previous Year Question
It is possible to produce algae-based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry?
1. Production of algae-based biofuels is possible in seas only and not on continents.
2. Setting up and engineering the algae-based biofuels production requires a high level of expertise/ technology until the construction is complete.
3. Economically viable production necessitates the setting up of large-scale facilities, which may raise ecological and social concerns.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
[UPSC Civil Service Exam – 2017 Prelims]
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Statement 1 is not correct. The production of algae-based biofuels is possible in seas as well as on continents.
