International Energy Agency (IEA): Role, Functions and India’s Association

Category: International Organisations & Energy

  • IEA is an autonomous intergovernmental organisation based in Paris, France.

  • Established in 1974, following the global oil crisis.

  • Initially focused strongly on energy security and oil supplies.

  • Its work now covers energy security, clean energy transitions, energy efficiency and technology.

  • IEA is associated with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) framework.

  • It publishes influential energy reports, including the World Energy Outlook.

  • India is an Association country, not a full IEA member.

UPSC Focus: Headquarters, 1974 origin, OECD relationship, India–IEA association.