EDF India advisor highlights need for renewable energy storage

Metro India News | Hyderabad

Chief Advisor, India to the Environmental Defense Fund(EDF), Hisham Mundol highlighted on Thursday the need to address renewable energy storage challenges, improve fertilizer use, and reduce methane emissions through better livestock feeding practices.

He delivered a guest lecture on ‘An Indian Pathway to Shared Sustainable Prosperity’ at Kautilya School of Public Policy (KSPP), GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad. Drawing on his extensive experience, Mundol shared insights into sustainable livelihoods, climate action, responsible business practices, and inclusive economic growth.

Emphasizing India’s pathway to net-zero emissions by 2070, Mundol discussed the opportunities and challenges associated with renewable energy expansion, energy efficiency, forest conservation, and sustainable agricultural practices. He introduced EDF’s work at the intersection of science, economics, and climate solutions, highlighting its role in advancing innovative environmental initiatives, including the MethaneSAT satellite mission.

He also underscored the importance of public participation in environmental initiatives, citing Indore, Madhya Pradesh, where citizens have made significant progress in waste segregation at source. The session also featured an engaging interaction with aspiring policy professionals, as Mundol addressed students’ questions on climate policy, sustainable development, and the role of markets and technology in driving environmental progress. 

The lecture provided students with valuable perspectives on integrating economic growth, environmental sustainability, and inclusive public policy to help shape a more prosperous and equitable future for India. Mundol leads EDF’s strategy in India, focusing on sustainable prosperity through climate solutions, market-based mechanisms, and climate technology.