India Launches Global Solar Initiatives at ISA 2025

India has ignited a bold new phase in global solar leadership at the Eighth International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly, held on October 28, 2025, in New Delhi. Launching a set of global initiatives, India called on nations to embrace a just and inclusive energy transition led by innovation, circular economy practices, and equitable access.

Key Solar Initiatives Launched at ISA 2025

Initiative	Focus Area	Global Impact
SUNRISE	Solar waste upcycling and circular innovation	Converts old solar panels into green jobs and sustainable products
OSOWOG (One Sun One World One Grid)	Global solar grid connectivity	Interconnects regions like Asia, Middle East, Europe, and Africa
Global Capability Centre (GCC)	R&D, AI-driven training, solar innovation hubs	Creates a “Silicon Valley for Solar” in India
ISA Academy	AI-powered learning platform	Offers customised solar education globally
SIDS Procurement Platform	Joint solar procurement for Small Island	Developing States Enables low-cost, resilient solar systems for island nations

SUNRISE: From Waste to Wealth

SUNRISE stands for Solar Upcycling Network for Recycling, Innovation & Stakeholder Engagement. It turns solar waste into economic opportunity, addressing a rising global challenge—what to do with expired solar panels and electronic waste.

• Encourages recycling, upcycling, and green manufacturing
• Aims to build new jobs and circular industries
• Promotes sustainability alongside solar growth

OSOWOG: One Sun, One Grid for All

India’s signature OSOWOG initiative envisions a global solar electricity grid spanning continents. By enabling clean energy trade and enhancing resilience, OSOWOG could dramatically reshape the global energy map.

• Connects Asia, Middle East, Europe, and Africa
• Facilitates 24/7 solar power through time zone shifts
• Reduces energy costs and carbon dependency

Global Capability Centre and ISA Academy

India launched a hub-and-spoke model for global solar innovation through the GCC and ISA Academy,

• GCC will serve as a hub for solar research, innovation, and startups
• ISA Academy will offer AI-based personalised training to enhance solar skills worldwide
• Together, they aim to create a technological backbone for a global green economy.

SIDS Procurement Platform: Solar for the Vulnerable

The SIDS Procurement Platform, co-developed with the World Bank, is a lifeline for Small Island Developing States, many of which face acute energy insecurity and rising climate threats.

• 16 SIDS signed an in-principle MoU
• Platform will pool demand, reduce costs, and build resilient systems
• Targets islands across the Caribbean, Pacific, and Indian Ocean regions

Key Takeaways

• ISA Assembly held on Oct 28, 2025, New Delhi
• Major initiatives: SUNRISE, OSOWOG, GCC, SIDS Platform
• ISA now has 125 member nations
• Aims for inclusive, circular, and solar-powered development