Assessing India's Progress in Reaching its 2070 Carbon Neutrality Target
Review of India's Pledge of Carbon Neutrality by 2070
India committed to net-zero emissions at the 2021 COP26 climate summit in Glasgow and promises to achieve this target by 2070. It is ambitious as the intent of India to reduce the environmental footprint further as it continues catering to growing people and economies. For this discussion, the article analyzes India's progress, challenges, and steps needed to be undertaken in meeting its long-term climate goals.
Roadmap to Net Zero
India has divided its net-zero roadmap into the following critical milestones as well:
Carbon intensity needs to reduce by 45% by 2030: India is witnessing an emission per unit of GDP which is going down against the levels in the year 2005.
Renewable energy capacity to reach 50% by 2030: The country will depend on enormous volumes of solar, wind, and other sources of renewable energy.
Non-fossil fuel-based electricity to reach 500 GW mark by 2030
Plantation: Area under forest, tree covers shall b
