International Solar Alliance

06/08/2026

Papua New Guinea has taken a major step towards building the skilled workforce needed to power its clean energy transition with the signing of a Joint Declaration to establish the country's first Solar Technology Application Resource Centre (STAR-C) at Don Bosco Technological Institute - Port Moresby.

The Joint Declaration was signed by Mr Ashish Khanna, Director General, International Solar Alliance (ISA); Fr. Ariel Macatangay, President, Don Bosco Technological Institute; and Mr Ronald Meketa, Managing Director, PNG National Energy Authority, Papua New Guinea. The ceremony brought together senior representatives from the Government of Papua New Guinea, diplomatic missions, development partners and ISA.

More than a training centre, STAR-C represents a long-term investment in people, institutions and the country's clean energy future. By strengthening local skills and technical expertise, the Centre will help create a workforce capable of planning, deploying and maintaining solar energy systems while supporting Papua New Guinea's renewable energy ambitions.

The STAR-C will:
☀️ Build the capacity of engineers, technicians, trainers, students and policymakers.
🎓 Establish DBTI as a regional centre of excellence for solar training.
🌏 Foster innovation, research and knowledge exchange across the Pacific.
⚡ Support the deployment of decentralised solar solutions to improve energy access.
🤝 Strengthen collaboration between government, academia, industry and development partners.

With implementation already underway, the STAR-C reflects ISA's commitment to strengthening institutional capacity and developing the skilled talent needed to accelerate a sustainable and resilient energy transition in Papua New Guinea and across the Pacific.

Dr Ishan Purohit

06/08/2026

☀️ISA in Papua New Guinea

The International Solar Alliance's (ISA) high-level mission to Papua New Guinea has marked a significant step in advancing the country's clean energy transition, reinforcing a shared commitment to move from dialogue to implementation. As a trusted partner to Small Island Developing States (SIDS), ISA is working closely with the Government of Papua New Guinea to accelerate the deployment of scalable solar energy solutions. 🤝⚡

As part of the mission, Mr Ashish Khanna, Director General, ISA, held bilateral discussions with Mr Peter Namea Isoaimo, Hon'ble Minister for Energy, Papua New Guinea, and Mr Ronald Meketa, Managing Director, PNG National Energy Authority. Building on the Country Partnership Framework (CPF) signed at the Eighth Session of the ISA Assembly, the discussions reaffirmed Papua New Guinea's commitment to deepen engagement with ISA, particularly as the country prepares to assume the Vice Presidency of ISA. 🌏

To accelerate implementation, ISA outlined a five-pillar agenda focused on:
🔹 Development of two 50 MW solar and battery energy storage projects.
🔹 A national mini-grid programme for rural electrification.
🔹 A large-scale commercial and industrial rooftop solar programme.
🔹 Operationalisation of the Solar Technology and Application Resource Centre (STAR -C) for capacity building. 🎓
🔹 Preparation of a National Solar Energy Roadmap to guide the country's long-term renewable energy transition. 📘☀️

The discussions also underscored the importance of mobilising private investment, strengthening technical standards and developing bankable solar projects.

The meeting concluded with an agreement to immediately initiate the National Solar Energy Roadmap, advance the rooftop solar programme, strengthen the National Support Unit (NSU), and operationalise the STAR Centre, laying the foundation for a resilient, investment-ready solar ecosystem in Papua New Guinea. 🌱⚡

Dr Ishan Purohit

05/08/2026

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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India | Asian Development Bank

05/08/2026

03/08/2026

🌍 Every partnership begins with a shared vision. The true measure of success lies in the impact it creates.

☀️ Through the International Solar Alliance's partnership with Papua New Guinea, that vision is taking shape - from advancing solar projects and strengthening policy frameworks to building local expertise and fostering innovation. Together, we are laying the foundation for a cleaner, more resilient, and energy-secure future.

🤝 As ISA's high-level mission to Papua New Guinea begins, we look at how collaboration is transforming ambition into action and creating new opportunities for sustainable development across the country.

➡️ Swipe through to explore the journey.

Ashish Khanna | High Commission of India in Fiji | India in Papua New Guinea (Embassy of India, Port Moresby)

01/08/2026

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As countries accelerate their renewable energy ambitions, solar parks have emerged as a powerful model for deploying large-scale solar capacity efficiently and at speed. By enabling shared infrastructure, streamlined approvals, and optimised power evacuation, solar parks are helping drive the global energy transition.

The module on Designing Solar Parks, under the Project Management Theme and the Project Development (Utility Scale) Competency, explores the planning, infrastructure, regulatory, and financial considerations involved in developing successful solar parks. Learners will gain insights into the design and implementation of large-scale solar ecosystems that facilitate the deployment of renewable energy.

Tune in for the following key learnings from this module:
➡️ Understanding the concept and requirements of solar parks
➡️ Shared infrastructure facilities and their operational benefits
➡️ Cost-benefit assessment methodologies for solar park projects
➡️ Development approaches for Ultra Mega Solar Parks
➡️ Regulatory frameworks and implementation guidelines

⚡ What do you think is the biggest advantage of developing solar parks compared to standalone utility-scale projects?

⚡ Which aspect of solar park development will be most critical in achieving future renewable energy targets?

Share your thoughts in the comments and join the discussion.

01/08/2026

A landmark step towards building the future of global solar cooperation.

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the Central Public Works Department, Govt. of India, have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish the ISA Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Gurugram, Haryana.

The MoU was inked by DG-ISA, Mr Ashish Khanna, and Mr Vimal Kumar, Additional Director General (Project Delhi). Envisioned as the 'Silicon Valley for Solar', the GCC will be a world-class campus that blends Indian architectural ethos with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure.

With GRIHA Council as our knowledge partner, the Global Capability Centre will set new benchmarks in sustainable design and serve as a global hub for innovation, capacity building, and climate action for ISA Member Countries.

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India

31/07/2026

In Latin America and the Caribbean, solar is strengthening more than energy systems; it's building resilience, improving energy access, and supporting sustainable development. 💡With distributed solar, storage, and renewable integration, the region is creating cleaner, more reliable, and inclusive energy solutions.

⚡ At the Eighth ISA Regional Committee Meeting for the Latin America and the Caribbean Region, Member Countries reaffirmed their commitment to accelerating this transition through collaborative action, capacity building, innovation, and investment.

The discussions and priorities emerging from the Eighth ISA Regional Committee Meeting for the Latin America and the Caribbean Region will be carried forward to the Ninth Session of the ISA Assembly, held in conjunction with the Bharat RE Summit - one of the world's largest renewable energy summits. Bringing together governments, industry leaders, investors and innovators from across the globe, the Summit will serve as a platform to forge partnerships, mobilise investment, and accelerate the deployment of renewable energy solutions at scale.

Read the Ease of Doing Solar 2025 report to explore the opportunities, trends, and recommendations shaping the Region's solar future:
International Solar Alliance | publications learn/ease of doing solar report eods 2025