Why in News?
United States of America has withdrawn from the International Solar Alliance (ISA), an India-backed global initiative. This move is part of a broader decision by the US to exit multiple international organizations
Key Highlights:
- The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is a treaty-based intergovernmental organization.
- It was launched in 2015 by India and France during the COP21 Paris Climate Summit.
- The ISA headquarters is located in Gurugram, Haryana β making it the first international organization headquartered in India.
- The alliance focuses on promoting solar energy adoption globally, especially in tropical countries.
