As a signature member of the Paris Agreement, India plays a critical role in the global fight against climate change. From mitigation strategies to adaptation plans, let’s delve deeper into what the Paris Agreement signifies for India and how it Read more…
Droughts have become an increasingly pressing issue for nations around the world, but particularly for countries like India, where vast swaths of the population rely on agriculture as their primary livelihood. This crippling phenomenon has been exacerbated in recent years, Read more…
Introduction to Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM) In the global quest to combat climate change and reduce carbon emissions, Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCM) have emerged as a pivotal player. Unlike their compliance market counterparts, VCMs are not governed by regulatory mandates Read more…
Factors Influencing the Price of Voluntary Carbon Credits The voluntary carbon credit market operates outside the regulatory bounds of government-mandated systems, allowing corporations and individuals to offset their carbon emissions willingly. Within this ecosystem, the prices of carbon credits fluctuate Read more…
Introduction to Voluntary Carbon Markets The voluntary carbon market stands apart from governmental regulatory frameworks, characterized by businesses and individuals proactively purchasing carbon offsets to diminish their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Motivations behind such voluntary actions range from a genuine Read more…
The European Union – Emissions Trading System (EU-ETS), since its inception, has been a benchmark in showcasing how nations can tackle the ever-pertinent issue of climate change collectively. Let’s delve into the intricate aspects of this system by examining the Read more…
In today’s evolving global landscape, addressing environmental concerns is of paramount importance. One of the prominent efforts in this direction is the European Union – Emissions Trading System (EU-ETS). Introduced in 2005, the EU-ETS serves as a beacon for how Read more…
India’s efforts in combating climate change have taken a revolutionary turn with the introduction of the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM). Aiming to fulfill the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, the foundation for this ambitious project is built Read more…
The energy landscape is rapidly evolving with ESCerts (Energy Saving Certificates) becoming an integral part of energy-saving initiatives. ESCerts play a pivotal role in incentivizing energy efficiency and carbon emission reductions. 1. ESCerts Issuance and Relevance The Mechanism of IssuanceThe Read more…
India has always been at the forefront of energy conservation, a commitment evident in the establishment of the Perform Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme. Instituted under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency’s oversight, this programme is an innovative approach to ensure Read more…
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