NSEFI Receives UN ECOSOC Special Consultative Status for NGOs

The National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI) today announced getting a special consultative status with United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The recognition empowers NSEFI to actively engage with ECOSOC, its subsidiary bodies, the Human Rights Council, select meetings of the General Assembly and other intergovernmental bodies, and the United Nations (UN) Secretariat. 

The solar federation said that this status opened up new avenues for collaboration and advocacy, which could allow the NSEFI to contribute effectively to global sustainable development efforts.

Deepak Gupta, IAS (Retd), the Director General of NSEFI, said, “It is a significant milestone for NSEFI. This recognition underscores our commitment to sustainable development and renewable energy initiatives. We look forward to actively contributing to the economic and social discourse and collaborating with other stakeholders to address global challenges.”

Kataru Ravi Kumar Reddy, Chairman, NSEFI, said, “This is a rare privilege extended to the Indian renewable industry and a global recognition of India’s prowess and achievements in promoting renewable energy and combating climate change. NSEFI is working toward achieving the vision of the Indian Prime Minister for 450 GW of RE installed capacity in the country by 2030 and achieving net-zero transition in due course.” 

NSEFI can now appoint official representatives who can actively participate in various sessions, events, conferences, and activities held at the UN Headquarters in New York, Geneva, and Vienna. Furthermore, with the consultative status, NSEFI can attend public meetings of ECOSOC, and other subsidiary bodies, including the Human Rights Council, the General Assembly, and other intergovernmental bodies.

NSEFI can also consult with ECOSOC, its subsidiary bodies, and commissions. The Commissions may even request NSEFI conduct studies, investigate, and prepare papers. With NSEFI’s special consultative status, it can access multiple United Nations facilities, enabling it to participate in meetings, organize side events, and foster connections with other stakeholders. These developments provide NSEFI with enhanced opportunities to contribute and strengthen its engagement within the United Nations community.