Archive · 17 Jan 2026
Jharkhand to Present Energy Transition Model at Davos, UK
The Jharkhand government is going to important meetings in Davos, Switzerland, and the UK to talk about their plan for cleaner energy.
They want to show how they can use their existing energy setup while also investing in new, cleaner technologies like solar power.
This plan is important because it helps the environment and ensures that workers and communities are supported during the change.
Jharkhand has been a big part of India's energy system for a long time, and now they are adapting to use more renewable energy.
They will also discuss how to get money and technology from other countries to help with this transition.
After the meetings, the Chief Minister will give a special talk at a famous university in Oxford.
Jharkhand government will present an energy transition model at the World Economic Forum in Davos and during a visit to the UK.
The state's strategy focuses on responsible diversification, leveraging existing energy infrastructure, and investing in solar power and clean technologies.
Jharkhand emphasizes a just and inclusive energy transition, with strong focus on worker transition, skill development, and community participation.
The state's mineral endowment positions it as a strategic partner in the global energy transition.
Discussions in the UK will explore collaboration on clean energy finance, technology transfer, and institutional partnerships.
- Who
- Jharkhand government, led by Chief Minister Hemant Soren
- What
- Presentation of an energy transition model at global platforms
- When
- January 18-24, 2026 (Davos meeting) followed by a visit to the UK
- Where
- Davos, Switzerland and the United Kingdom
- Why
- To engage with global energy leaders, investors, and technology providers to highlight opportunities in renewable energy and clean technologies
- Event
- World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos
- Delegation Leader
- Chief Minister Hemant Soren
- Key Focus Areas
- Renewable energy, grid modernization, energy storage, clean fuels, industrial decarbonization
- Jharkhand's Strategy
- Responsible diversification, leveraging existing energy infrastructure, investing in solar power and clean technologies
- Development Philosophy
- Growth in Harmony with Nature
- UK Visit Focus
- Clean energy finance, technology transfer, institutional partnerships, capacity building
- Special Lecture
- Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford
- Historical Context
- Jharkhand's coal reserves, power plants, and industrial ecosystems have supported national growth