Aims to make solar energy accessible and cost-effective worldwide.
Purpose of ISA:
Purpose of ISA:
India was re-elected as ISA President (2024-2026) alongside France as Co-President, following elections at the seventh ISA General Assembly in New Delhi.
India's Leadership:
India's Leadership:
Proposed by PM Modi in 2015 and launched at COP21, ISA initially focused on tropical nations but now includes all UN member countries.
Founding
Founding
100+ countries signed, 90+ ratified; countries outside the Tropics may join without voting rights.
Global Membership:
Global Membership:
ISA envisions “making the sun brighter” for all, aiming for $1,000 billion in solar investments and clean energy for 1 billion people by 2030.
Vision and Mission:
Vision and Mission:
Operates nine solar initiatives, covering agriculture, mini grids, rooftops, e-mobility, solar parks, heating, cooling, PV batteries, and green hydrogen.
Programs:
Programs:
Provides policy advocacy, business model support, financial access, and solar training for members.
Support to Members:
Support to Members:
Led by the Assembly, Standing Committee, and Regional Committees for high-level strategic decisions.
Governance:
Governance:
Represent Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America-Caribbean, and Europe-Others, supporting regional decision-making.
Regional Committees:
Regional Committees:
Prioritizes support for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy access.