Archive · 12 Sep 2026
BRICS Endorses Inclusive Energy Transition While Backing Fossil Fuels
BRICS countries said the world should move toward cleaner energy in a fair and orderly way.
They also said countries need reliable energy while making this change.
Fossil fuels will continue to be important, especially in developing countries.
The countries supported reducing greenhouse-gas emissions to meet global climate goals.
They said each country should choose an energy path that fits its own needs and situation.
BRICS also wants stronger energy supply chains and better protection for important infrastructure.
The group welcomed cooperation through its energy research platform.
It also supported giving women and young people more opportunities to take part in energy discussions.
BRICS endorsed a just, orderly, equitable and inclusive energy transition.
The declaration acknowledged that fossil fuels will remain important in the global energy mix, especially for emerging and developing economies.
The bloc called for lower greenhouse-gas emissions in line with global climate goals.
BRICS said energy policies should reflect national circumstances, technological neutrality and differing responsibilities and capabilities.
The grouping backed stronger energy cooperation, resilient infrastructure and greater participation by women and young people.
- Who
- BRICS and its 11 member countries.
- What
- The bloc endorsed a just, orderly, equitable and inclusive energy transition while recognising the continuing role of fossil fuels.
- When
- The declaration was issued on Saturday during the 18th BRICS summit.
- Where
- New Delhi, India.
- Why
- To reduce greenhouse-gas emissions while protecting energy security and allowing countries to account for their own development needs and priorities.
- Declaration
- New Delhi Declaration 2026.
- Summit
- The declaration was issued during the 18th BRICS summit.
- Fossil fuels
- BRICS said fossil fuels will continue to play an important role in the global energy mix, particularly for emerging markets and developing economies.
- Transition principles
- The bloc called for a just, orderly, equitable and inclusive energy transition.
- Energy security
- BRICS stressed uninterrupted supplies, diverse energy sources and stronger protection for critical and cross-border infrastructure.
- Policy principles
- The declaration highlighted technological neutrality and common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities.
- Participation
- BRICS welcomed the BRICS Energy Research Cooperation Platform and the BRICS Youth Energy Summit, including greater participation by women and young people.
