NLCIL signs MoU with TNC India for Repurposing Mined-Out Lands for RE Projects

Current Context: NLC India Limited (NLCIL) and Nature Conservancy India Solutions Private Ltd. (TNC India) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 26.04.2023 to collaborate on research work related to repurposing mined-out lands for renewable energy, exploring carbon mitigation potential and carbon markets.

• The MoU would further strengthen the endeavour of NLCIL to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change in line with India’s commitment under CoP 26 for a transition to a low-carbon economy and increased use of renewable energy sources.
• The SiteRight tool developed by TNC and its partner will help in determining the suitability of the land to be used for renewable energy projects.

Question:

Q.1 Which two organizations have signed a MoU to collaborate on research work related to repurposing mined-out lands for renewable energy?
a. ONGC and TERI
b. NTPC and WWF India
c. NLCIL and TNC India
d. GAIL and IUCN India