Question
Consider the following statements in regards to the
Global Biofuel Alliance (GBA): I) It was launched at the 17th G 20 summit. II) GBA is an India-led initiative towards the goal of sustainability and clean energy III) it is a forum of 30 countries and international institutions to facilitate the adoption of biofuels. Which of the following statements is/are correct?Solution
During the 18th G20 Summit under the presidency of India at New Delhi, the G20 leaders launched the Global Biofuel Alliance (GBA) – a forum of 30 countries and international institutions to facilitate the adoption of biofuels. GBA is an India-led initiative towards the goal of sustainability and clean energy. It aims at achieving worldwide development and deployment of sustainable biofuels through formulation of national policy, development of marketplace, evolution of technological competency, and adoption and implementation of internationally recognized standards and codes of practice. Reportedly, USA, Brazil, and India are the major producers and consumers of biofuels.
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