New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy on Tuesday discussed energy generation and conservation with members seeking details on the performance of various states in these areas.

Speaking with ANI after the meeting, Committee Chairperson Shrirang Appa Chandu Barne said that members sought information on the amount of energy being generated and conserved, as well as the carbon emissions associated with energy production.

"A special point was raised in the meeting on energy conservation. Information was also sought about the amount of energy produced, its conservation, and the amount of carbon generated in the process. The members also asked for information about which states are ahead and which ones are lagging...