India, France Re-elected as ISA Leaders

In November 2024, India and France were re-elected as president and co-president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), marking India's continued leadership in global solar energy initiatives until 2026.

The ISA, a coalition of 120 member countries, focuses on resource mobilization and solar project deployment worldwide, with an emphasis on Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
With 21 of 27 demonstration projects already completed, the ISA has been a frontrunner in promoting solar energy, reinforcing its role in the global shift toward sustainable power.
Ashish Khanna, a seasoned World Bank energy specialist, was appointed as the next Director General of ISA, bringing over 26 years of experience in the energy sector across multiple regions.
Ajay Mathur, the outgoing Director General, praised the ISA's accomplishments and urged for collaborative global efforts to address solar energy challenges during his welcome address at the assembly.
ISA’s 2024 assembly will discuss budgets, upcoming work plans, and the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme, providing grants of 10-35% for solar projects in developing countries to support clean energy transitions.