The Bulan Institute launched its Climate Change and Renewable Energy Programme in April 2024 with the aim of fostering the adoption of renewable energy solutions in developing countries. Through capacity building, awareness raising, knowledge generation, and facilitating interstate learning, we aim to contribute to renewable energy adoption and diminish the reliance on fossil fuels.
Our current fossil-fuel-based energy sector is responsible for three-quarters of global greenhouse gas emissions. Governments spend $423 billion annually to subsidize fossil fuels, perpetuating this unsustainable system. Transitioning to sustainable energy sources is imperative to halt the rise in global temperatures and mitigate its devastating effects.
The Climate Change and Renewable Energy Programme of the Bulan Institute seeks to accelerate the energy transition in developing countries, with a tailored focus on achieving net-zero emissions through appropriate energy technologies.
Our Climate Change Programme has three essential pillars:
Promoting Renewable Energy Adoption:
We aim to accelerate the transition towards renewable energy resources, such as solar and wind power, by raising awareness, bringing innovative international experience and supporting local initiatives that facilitate their deployment and integration into existing energy systems.
Capacity Building of Local Specialists:
Our Programme will work for knowledge transfer and skills development. We aim to equip local specialists with the necessary skills required for the installation, selection, and maintenance of solar and wind energy systems. Through targeted training and practical workshops, we foster their technical proficiency and ensure the effective application of renewable energy projects. The Programme will showcase pilot projects so local specialists learn in practice.
Facilitate Interstate Exchange and Learning:
Acknowledging the significance of collaboration and knowledge exchange among countries and regions grappling with comparable climate challenges, our Climate Change Programme prioritizes facilitating interstate exchange and learning. We foster valuable opportunities for knowledge transfer, ensuring that the expertise gained from global experiences contributes to the sustainable development of renewable energy initiatives in developing countries.
