Over the past 14 years, India has showcased significant progress in its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. From 2005 to 2019, the country remarkably decreased its greenhouse emissions rate by 33%. This not only demonstrates India’s capability to adapt to cleaner energy solutions but also its commitment to global environmental initiatives.
Commitment to the UNFCCC
- India’s dedication towards a sustainable future is further underscored by its commitment to the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). By 2030, the nation has pledged to reduce its emissions intensity by 45% from its 2005 levels.
- The measures taken between 2016 and 2019, in particular, saw an impressive average annual emission reduction rate of 3%.
The Current Energy Scenario
- While strides are being made towards a greener future, fossil fuels still dominate India’s energy mix. However, the nation is not solely reliant on this form of energy.
- In the fiscal year that concluded in March, non-fossil fuel-based power, which includes sources like hydro, nuclear, and renewables, contributed to 25.3% of India’s total power generation. Nevertheless, thermal power stations remain a dominant force, supplying 73% of the consumed electricity.