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The focus on rooftop solar in the Union Budget 2024 has provided a strong impetus for the residential segment. A targeted scheme is also required to enable MSMEs to harness the benefits of solar energy. ...
Efficient water demand management relies on market prices signalling the availability or future scarcity. India should consider such markets for effective water governance. ...
COP28 offered something to every stakeholder but not enough for the world ...
As India forges ahead, integrating flex fuels into its cleaner and greener mobility narrative becomes essential, heralding a more sustainable future ...
Indian enterprises stand at the threshold of a lucrative venture, tapping into the thriving global carbon trading markets. These entities also play a pivotal role in curbing India's emissions. ...
The key drivers of RE adoption by discoms are resource endowment and government policy push. In other words “nature” and “nurture” are key to RE adoption by discoms. ...
The fundamental crisis in the coal sector is not only the lack of transparency but rather the need for efficient markets for fuel that can keep up with the growth in the market for cement, electricity etc. ...
A crisis of trust between developed and developing nations is poisoning the international climate regime. Taking responsibility on both sides is the first step to restoring confidence. ...
An increase in temperature not only increases electricity demand but also increases carbon emissions, posing a challenge to India’s energy transition ...
Financial transfers from Global North are band-aids. What is absent is resource mobilisation to incentivise the South to move away from fossil fuel dependence. ...
India has demonstrated its leadership in navigating towards clean and sustainable energy. In this context, India assuming the leadership in carbon finance doesn't seem far-fetched. ...
The barriers erected by the Global North are intended to facilitate domestic investment in green energy industries but they will curtail the production and export of green goods and services in the Global South. ...
COP28 must serve as a unifying forum with a targeted Global South focus agenda and should not continue to be hampered by the burdens of the past ...
If the Kyoto Principles of “common but differentiated responsibility” are to be implemented, COP28 in Dubai must support the right of economies to pursue contextual options for decarbonisation ...
Yameen’s withdrawal raises the immediate question if it could encourage President Muizzu to shed his reluctance to do business with India ...
Running with what is available is better than waiting interminably for the best option Thus, starting off with blue hydrogen will be ideal to hasten India’s energy transition. ...
Implementing inclusive policies aligned with SDGs is crucial to counteract discrimination against transgender in India ...
In a country possessing as vast a landscape and populace as India, blockchain has the potential to completely transform and revolutionize governance, provided it is implemented cautiously ...
Growth in demand for LPG is slowing down and supply challenges could add to the pressure on demand for LPG in India. ...
Despite the multitude of international forums, a nagging question remains: Are these resolutions genuine steps towards change, or merely political rhetoric aimed at maintaining the status quo? ...
The importance of the L&D fund hardly needs a reiteration. But the question that arises is how to address it. ...
The climate crisis has become a leading concern in the Middle East and the upcoming COP28 climate conference in the UAE serves as a pivotal platform to address this pressing threat. ...
A 10-percent difference in estimating India’s annual carbon emissions can shift India’s position from the right side of climate action to the wrong side. ...
The fluctuations seen in oil prices make it an interesting example of an economic variable—even if we understand it, we would be completely unable to predict. ...
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K. M Gopakumar is a Senior Researcher and Legal Advisor at Third World Network (TWN) and based in New Delhi, India. TWN is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that carries out policy research and advocacy on issues around trade and development, ...
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