UPD 2024 Keynote Address: Accelerating India’s Climate Transition

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Aromar Revi, Director of IIHS, opened the keynote address of Urban Policy Dialogues 2024 by introducing the recent IIHS publication, “Accelerating India’s Climate Transition: Pathways to the 1.5°C Goal.” The report highlights adaptation and mitigation options in India, focusing on synergies and trade-offs with the SDGs. Aromar emphasised the urgency of deep decarbonisation – 50 per cent CO₂ reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2050 – as global temperatures are projected to rise by 2°C within 6 years. Addressing India’s triple development challenge, he stressed the importance of aligning economic aspirations with low emissions and resilience through systemic, cross-sectoral approaches tailored to local contexts. Examples from Tamil Nadu and Bangalore, such as solar PV plants, high-performance buildings, the Tamil Nadu Urban Sanitation Support Programme (TNUSSP) by IIHS, were showcased as successful localised strategies. He highlighted the need for integrated development plans across energy, infrastructure, ecosystems, industry, and societal transitions. Key enablers include multi-level governance, institutional capacity, and technological innovation. Overcoming siloed approaches and fostering inclusive, context specific solutions are essential for advancing India’s climate goals.

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