What are the major steps taken by the Indian government to address the issue of climate change
Climate change is a major global concern, and India is not untouched by it. What are the major steps taken by the Indian government to address the issue of climate change?
- The Indian government has set a target to achieve 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022, including 100 GW of solar power.
- The government has launched several initiatives such as the National Solar Mission, the UJALA scheme for energy-efficient LED lighting, and the Smart Cities Mission to promote sustainable development.
- India has pledged to reduce its emission intensity by 33-35% from its 2005 levels by 2030 under the Paris Agreement.
- The government has launched the National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change to provide financial support to vulnerable communities and states to adapt to the impacts of climate change.
- India has also launched the International Solar Alliance to promote the use of solar energy around the world.
- The government is promoting electric mobility through initiatives such as FAME India (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India), which provides subsidies for buying electric vehicles.
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