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Admitting that the government's 'Make in India' initiative will result in increase in carbon emissions as it focuses on manufacturing, and industries, India's Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash Javedkar emphasises the need for developing countries to get cheaper access to green technology on humanitarian grounds, notwithstanding Intellectual Property Rights.
The adoption of quantum computing technology could prove to be revolutionary for India to reduce its carbon footprint
The Indian railway is the largest passenger rail system in the world, yet it makes up just about 13% of India's transport sector
In India, the line separating social cost and benefit from private benefit and cost is blurred, leading to less than ideal outcomes for both citizens
India’s decarbonisation plans rest on its ability to generate green energy. Until then, the energy transition path till 2070 will remain at best, a
Will the increase in energy consumption of the poor masses for cooling and other energy services help them adapt to a warmer world or contribute to a
As the third-largest emitter of carbon dioxide, India needs to chart a development plan rooted in green initiatives to achieve the 1.5 ℃ climate tar
India must adopt blue-carbon solutions if it intends to emerge as a global climate leader
Budget 2022 could be a turning point for India in achieving its climate ambitions if adequate steps are taken to improve investments and innovation in
The COP27 can serve as a platform for India to rally for climate justice and further its climate agenda during its upcoming G20 presidency
India is increasingly serving as a model for countries worldwide by demonstrating how economic development and environmental conservation can be complementary.
Indian enterprises stand at the threshold of a lucrative venture, tapping into the thriving global carbon trading markets. These entities also play a
Developing countries are lagging behind in implementing decarbonisation policies as appropriate climate finance and green technology aren’t being ex
By 2030, RE is expected to have the largest share in power generation capacity
The global energy crisis provides a great opportunity for the developed world to reassess its fossil fuel dependence.
A policy of carrot and sticks would need to be adopted with affluent and low-income families to decarbonise transport in India
Despite substantial policy changes, the discom sector has not improved. Could this be chalked up to inefficiency or should political interventions be
E-mobility is not a magic pill that can cure all emissions ills, careful planning at the state level is required to ensure its success
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
Incorporating environmental economic accounting can go a long way in achieving net-zero emission targets.
Ways to attain growth, create jobs, and meet developmental targets with minimal carbon emissions are priorities for both India and the EU.
There are calls for India to declare a net-zero year and offset its carbon emissions by various processes of absorption and removal of greenhouse gases. For India, such calls are irrational; despite international pressure, it has avoided making pledges or setting hard targets beyond its commitments at the Paris climate conference in 2015. This brief argues that “net zero” is not possible with India’s current levels of reliance on coal. Its
A gas-based future looked promising for India, but the country has failed to live up to expectations.
With a conducive domestic environment and international support, India has the potential to be the leading example of green development by its 100th y
Only a small trickle of INDCs has been submitted by other countries. So there isn't much by way of international examples for India to consider. The EU has said it will reduce its carbon emissions by 40% by 2030. Mexico has submitted both conditional and unconditional INDCs.
The European Union’s proposal for a new green taxonomy holds valuable lessons for India.
The NIF experiment has opened up a new avenue for achieving nuclear fusion. India should invest in it since it can help India achieve its net-zero car
Adequate policy changes need to be adopted to reduce carbon emissions in buildings
Modi and Obama need to focus less on India's near-term carbon emissions and find ways to boost its use of renewable energy like solar and wind. Such an approach will address Delhi's need to grow its economy and Washington's desire to lessen the weight of coal in India?s energy mix.
Will China fall short on its green targets as extensive measures are being adopted to avert the power crisis that it is undergoing?
For India to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070, coal power must be phased out entirely, and renewable capacity needs to grow.
If the Kyoto Principles of “common but differentiated responsibility” are to be implemented, COP28 in Dubai must support the right of economies to
