India and Iceland discuss strengthening cooperation in renewable energy and green technology, while also preparing for the Prosperity Summit in New Delhi and exploring opportunities for clean-energy and sustainability partnerships.
India and Iceland discuss ways to strengthen bilateral engagement in renewable energy and green technology, with both sides exploring opportunities for greater cooperation in clean energy and sustainability. The discussions take place during a meeting between India’s Ambassador to Iceland, R Ravindra, and Iceland’s Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate, Johann Pall Johannsson in Reykjavik.
The meeting also focuses on preparations for the upcoming Prosperity Summit, scheduled to be held in New Delhi on October 7. The summit is expected to provide a platform for discussions on economic and technological cooperation and further engagement between India and Iceland.
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Renewable energy and clean technology emerge as key areas of discussion, reflecting the broader focus on sustainable development in India-Iceland relations. The two countries have been exploring opportunities to expand collaboration in areas such as geothermal energy, carbon management and other climate-related technologies.
Iceland brings experience in geothermal energy and carbon capture technologies, while India is expanding its renewable energy capacity and developing solutions to support its clean-energy transition. The two countries can therefore explore opportunities for knowledge sharing, technology cooperation and partnerships involving businesses and research institutions.
The latest engagement follows the Third India-Nordic Summit held in Oslo in May 2026, where India and the Nordic countries agreed to elevate their relationship into a Green Technology and Innovation Strategic Partnership. Renewable energy, green hydrogen, carbon capture, utilisation and storage, and critical minerals were identified among the areas for deeper cooperation.
Iceland has also been identified as a partner for cooperation with India in geothermal energy and fisheries under the broader India-Nordic partnership. The countries are also exploring opportunities linked to clean technologies and climate action.
The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), which includes Iceland, has provided an additional framework for expanding economic engagement. Since the agreement came into force in October 2025, bilateral discussions have increasingly covered clean technology, tourism, marine activities and investment.
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The latest meeting highlights the continued expansion of India-Iceland cooperation beyond traditional areas, with renewable energy and green technology emerging as important components of the bilateral relationship. Further engagement is expected to create opportunities for collaboration in sustainable technologies and clean energy solutions.