Reykjavik, October 9 (Daily Kiran) : Central Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh, met with Iceland’s Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate, Johann Pal Johannsson, in Reykjavik on October 9. Their discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in clean and renewable energy, climate action, and sustainable development.
Singh expressed his pleasure in meeting Johannsson, who had just returned from the second India-EFTA Prosperity Summit. He shared insights on social media about their meaningful discussions aimed at strengthening collaboration in these crucial areas. Singh expressed eagerness to deepen cooperation between the two nations and advance practical initiatives.
During his visit, Singh toured the Hellisheiði Power Plant, one of the world’s leading geothermal energy facilities. He described the visit as enlightening, highlighting Iceland’s innovative use of geothermal resources for clean and sustainable energy. He noted that the experience offered valuable lessons for enhancing India-Iceland cooperation in geothermal energy and the broader clean energy transition.
Additionally, Singh planted an English oak tree near Lake Hvaleyrarvatn in Hafnarfjörður under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘One Tree for Mother’ initiative. He emphasized that this small act symbolizes a renewed commitment to protecting nature for future generations and building a greener, more sustainable future.
Earlier, Singh highlighted India’s science-first approach to engagement with the Arctic as an observer country. He underscored the nation’s focus on expanding research, promoting sustainable development, and deepening international collaboration during his opening remarks at a session on Arctic and Climate Change in Reykjavik.
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