Gist of Editorials: A Stop Sign | GS – III


Relevance : GS Paper III


India’s carbon emissions grew by 4.8% during 2018.  

India’s Per Capita Emissions

India’s emissions have grown, but per capita they remain less than 40% of the global average.

The Climate Change Challenge

Urgent action to sharply cut carbon emissions is crucial, and all countries, including India, must act quickly.

Way Forward for India

  • Intensive measures in key sectors will help meet the national pledge to cut energy intensity of GDP.
  • India needs to ramp up its capacity in renewable energy sector.
  • The potential of rooftop solar photovoltaics needs to be adequately utilized.
  • Coal power plants must be cleaned up. This process should be aided by the UNFCCC.
  • The Centre’s plan to expand electric mobility needs to be pursued vigorously.

Conclusion

India should choose green growth for future energy pathways and infrastructure.


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