India's Ambitious Maritime Sustainability Vision with Denmark
Key Ideas
- Union Minister Sonowal outlines India's goal of achieving net zero emissions at major ports by 2047 through sustainable maritime policies.
- India aims to become a global leader in green shipping and clean trade corridors by prioritizing clean energy and digital solutions.
- Collaboration with Denmark on green maritime technologies and a focus on maritime education to increase professionals to 40 million by 2047.
- Significant increase in women seafarers showcases India's commitment to diversity and inclusion in the maritime sector.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways reiterated India's commitment to sustainable maritime policies during an interaction at the Copenhagen Business School. The minister highlighted India's strategy to achieve net zero emissions at major ports by 2047, emphasizing initiatives like the Sagarmala Programme and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. India aims to lead in green shipping and clean trade corridors through modern logistics systems, clean energy adoption, and digital shipping. The focus on green hydrogen and digital solutions indicates a commitment to maritime decarbonisation. Collaboration with Denmark in green maritime technologies and plans to scale up maritime education are core aspects of India's vision. Notably, efforts to increase the number of maritime professionals, including women seafarers, reflect a dedication to diversity and inclusion. The event showcased India's growing ties with Denmark and its engagement with global maritime institutions, underlining a path towards sustainable development and economic growth.
Topics
Green Hydrogen
Infrastructure
Sustainability
International Collaboration
Workforce Development
Economic Strategy
Green Shipping
Maritime Policy
Academic Engagement
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