India flips switch on Asia's largest solar field

Associated Press: The project gives a serious boost to energy-hungry India's renewable energy ambitions. Overall, India wants renewables to account for at least 15 percent of its energy capacity by 2020, up from 6 percent of today's 185 gigawatt capacity. The new solar park is unique in having 21 companies involved in its management and development, including four from the United States. U.S. Consul General Peter Haas said at an inauguration ceremony Thursday that America's involvement shows its commitment both...

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