GDP EMISSION
India's invisible pain: The dirt in the air comes with a hefty price tag for economy and businesses
Severe pollution plaguing Indian cities is taking a toll on businesses. Restrictions placed on construction and transportation impede the movement of goods, leading to increased operational expenses. Many consumers are opting out of outdoor activities due to dangerous air quality, resulting in a drop in sales and foot traffic.
Indian industry has become aware of carbon emissions, says CII’s Narayan Sethuramon
Indian industry is becoming aware of the impact of European carbon emissions regulations on their competitiveness. The expected India-EU Free Trade Agreement will create opportunities for growth in the coming years. Different categories of buyers are emerging, with some looking to diversify sources away from China. Key sectors such as textiles and defense are poised to benefit from these trade dynamics.
India can achieve Viksit Bharat and Net Zero without trade-offs
India can achieve its Viksit Bharat 2047 ambition alongside its net-zero 2070 target, with green investments boosting growth, energy security and future industries without hurting spending on health and education.
Eyes now on Viksit, net zero later: Can India achieve high-income status by 2047 without compromising on climate promises?
India aims to achieve a high-income economy status by 2047, requiring substantial economic growth and investment. However, ambitious climate goals may impose significant financial burdens that could jeopardize this progress. Investment requirements for achieving carbon neutrality by 2070 could cost India approximately $8.1 trillion, equivalent to a large percentage of GDP. Reports suggest that climate policies might divert funds from essential services like education and healthcare.
India's commercial vehicle market just had its best year in seven. Then the June quarter arrived, and margins fell
There is, at this point, an apparent contradiction at work in the Indian commercial vehicles space. One: FY 2026 was the best of the last seven years. A tax cut saw prices of trucks drop by about 10%, releasing pent-up replacement demand in a fleet with an average age of about 10 years. Two: Although the sector's second-largest truck maker sold a record number of vehicles in the June quarter, adding 10% to revenue, the benefits did not flow in. Rising material costs swallowed the operating leverage.
Nepal's leader, at UN, says recent floods serve as a 'warning to the world' about climate change
Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah addressed the U.N. General Assembly to emphasize Nepal's suffering from climate change. He stated the recent floods were not just a local disaster but a warning for the world. Shah remarked that Nepal contributes very little to global emissions yet faces severe consequences. He stressed the need for immediate and effective international assistance and criticized bureaucratic delays.
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Heat stress cost India $9 per tonne of CO2 in lost labour productivity in 2025
India experienced significant labour productivity losses due to heat stress in 2025. A study revealed that each tonne of carbon dioxide emitted cost India nine dollars. Globally, emissions caused forty-one dollars in lost labour productivity per tonne. Outdoor workers face the greatest exposure to these dangerous heat conditions. Employers and policymakers must mitigate these damages and protect workers.
Himalayas running out of water, 20% of India's GDP at risk: 200 glacial lakes linked to rivers like Ganga, Yamuna found to be high risk
A new report by Systemiq and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, backed by the Rockefeller Foundation, warns that the Himalayas are approaching a tipping point, with glaciers melting 65 percent faster than a decade ago. Nearly 200 glacial lakes have been rated high risk, and the region underpins over 20 percent of India's GDP, putting water, food and economic security at stake for hundreds of millions of people.
India's new supply-chain wonder is set to shift the gears of growth
The operationalization of India’s freight corridors marks a transformative step for the nation’s logistics landscape, strategically positioned along major economic routes. These advanced routes not only expedite transport times but also elevate reliability for businesses, fostering better supply chain management with reduced costs. As a result, manufacturing exports are set to rise, and raw materials can be moved more affordably, further shooting India's economic efficiency to new heights.
What if cleaning the air could make the world richer? UN-backed report reveals a $15 return for every $1 spent on pollution and climate action
A UN report highlights that addressing air pollution and climate change together offers economic gains. Coordinated actions could prevent millions of premature deaths and slow global warming significantly. Every dollar invested in these measures is projected to yield fifteen dollars in returns. By 2035, annual benefits would equal nearly three percent of global GDP. This integrated approach presents a trillion-dollar opportunity for global development and stability.
ETMarkets Management Talk | AI and data centres are powering CleanMax's next growth engine; 42% of portfolio now comes from the segment, says Kuldeep Jain
In an interaction with Kshitij Anand of ETMarkets, Kuldeep Jain, Founder and Managing Director of CleanMax, says the rapid expansion of hyperscalers and data centres is fundamentally changing the scale and nature of renewable energy demand.
India submits its revised targets for 2031-35 to the UN's climate change body
The development comes after the Cabinet in March approved the nationally determined contributions (NDC) -- the non-binding, voluntary climate action plans that every country is obligated to decide upon and implement under the 2015 Paris Agreement.
India on track to exceed key 2030 climate target: Analysis
India is poised to surpass its 2030 climate target for emissions intensity reduction, potentially achieving a 48-57% decrease compared to 2005 levels. However, reaching net-zero by 2070 necessitates further policy interventions, including carbon pricing and energy efficiency measures. Enhanced NDCs for 2035 could target a 55-66% emissions intensity reduction and a 60-68% non-fossil fuel share in power capacity.
India cut GDP emission intensity by 36 pc during 2005-2020: Govt report
India's greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 7.93% in 2020 compared to 2019, and the emission intensity of its GDP declined by 36% between 2005 and 2020. India aims to further reduce GDP emission intensity by 45% by 2030 and achieve 50% electric power from non-fossil fuels.
India may face 24.7% GDP loss by 2070 thanks to climate change: ADB report
Climate change may cause substantial GDP losses in Asia and the Pacific by 2070. India is likely to experience a 24.7 per cent GDP reduction. Rising sea levels and decreasing labour productivity are significant factors. Up to 300 million people in the region could be at risk, and trillions of coastal assets face annual damage.
India resisted pressure from developed nations for phase out of fossil fuels: Environment Minister
The minister said India accounts for 17 per cent of the global population but its contribution to global carbon emissions is just four per cent. "Poverty eradication is a priority for many nations. So, we did not accept the pressure from developed countries (for a fossil fuel phase-out)," Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said.
India's emission intensity reduced by 33 per cent between 2005 and 2019: Govt report
The report also said India's GDP grew at a cumulative annual growth rate of 7 per cent but its emissions rose by only 4 per cent per year during this period, suggesting that the country has been successful in decoupling its economic growth from planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. The report called 'The Third National Communication to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change' will be submitted to the UN climate change body during the ongoing climate talks in Dubai, officials said.
India set to exceed voluntary emissions-cut target
In its third biennial update report (BUR-III), submitted to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) recently, India declared that its emission intensity (per unit of GDP) had reduced by 24% between 2005 and 2016 and, therefore, it was "on track to meet its voluntary declaration to reduce the emission intensity of GDP by 20-25% from 2005 levels by 2020".
India to achieve target of reducing 35 pc emissions intensity before 2030: Javadekar
"India has achieved its voluntary target of reducing emissions intensity of its GDP by 21 per cent over 2005 levels by 2020 and is poised to achieve 35 per cent reduction well before the target year of 2030," Javadekar said in the virtual event. Emission intensity is the volume of emissions per unit of GDP.
Global CO2 emissions set to rise after three stable years; China dominates high emitter group
Though India too is expected to record an increase (by 2%) in its carbon emission this year, the country's emissions rise is much less as compared to its 6% per year average increase over the previous decade.
Substantially reducing emission intensity of GDP: India
"Walking the talk, India's climate action plans are a reflection of our strongest commitment to contribute with our full might to the global fight against climate change," he said.
India emits only 3.96% of global carbon dioxide emissions: Mospi report
According to a report released by the ministry of statistics and programmer implementation, India emitted 1,146 million tonnes of carbon dioxide in 2008 while the total emissions from the globe were 28,962 million tonnes.
UN climate meet: Centre for Science and Environment urges India to submit INDCs
Centre for Science and Environment has asked the country to submit two Intended Nationally Determined Contributions- conditional and unconditional, to the global body.
Emission intensity of GDP to be reduced by 20-25% by 2020
"India and other developing countries do not have legally-binding emission reduction commitments with regard to reducing GHG", Javadekar said.
China builds world's largest coal mine gas unit to make power
Lu'an Group said it would soon start operating the generator with a capacity of 30 megawatts, capable of utilising 99% of methane gas discharged from the coal mine.
India making all efforts to reduce carbon emissions intensity
India today said it is making all efforts to reduce the country's carbon emissions intensity of GDP by 20 to 25% between 2005 and 2020.
India likely to opt for lower emission cuts than China
India will soon announce targets for carbon emission linked to the growth of gross domestic product. But India’s target may not be as high as fixed by China.
Emission trading rights and India
By combining participation in a global regime of tradable emission rights with faster energy efficiency improvement, India can reap a handsome dividend.
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