India and Singapore have fast-tracked their efforts to link their power grids using an underwater cable that will pass through the Andaman & Nicobar region. This connection will enable India to export renewable energy to Singapore.
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India and Singapore are accelerating their plans to establish a power grid through an underwater cable passing via the Andaman & Nicobar region. This ambitious project will empower India to export its renewable energy to Singapore. The agreement is anticipated to be signed in the near future.
The cost of renewable energy exported to Singapore through this agreement is expected to be lower than their gas-based electricity.
Additionally, Singapore has a commitment to meet its nationally determined contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. Acquiring renewable energy from India will play a crucial role in accomplishing this target. Both nations engaged in talks regarding this matter during the G20 Energy Ministerial and Clean Energy Ministerial meetings held earlier this month.
Singapore expresses a strong interest in the plan. The Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd., a state-owned entity, is currently conducting detailed technical studies on the project.
Previously, Singapore acknowledged the limitations posed by land scarcity and intermittent solar power for expanding renewable energy within the country. They are actively exploring various alternatives, including the possibility of regional power grids like the one proposed with India.
Due to its geographical isolation, the Andaman & Nicobar Islands face distinctive difficulties concerning their power supply. The total generation capacity of the union territory across various islands is approximately 109.45 MW. Out of this capacity, nearly 91% relies on diesel-based generation, while the remaining is sourced from hydro and solar power.
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