To address the challenges posed by India's National Determination Contribution (NDC) submission, here are some possible actions that can be taken:
- Increase emissions projections: Consider revising your NDC emissions projections upwards to reflect current or expected emissions trajectories.
- Enhanced ambition targets: Increase the overall target for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from your first NDC by at least 45%, in line with the Paris Agreement's goal of keeping global warming under 1.5\°C.
- Sectoral targets: Provide more specific sectoral targets, like the power or energy sector, where deep reductions are required to ensure overall transition.
- Emissions-reduction plans: Outline a detailed plan and implementation timeline to achieve these new targets, while also ensuring that all projects and activities are eligible for carbon credits under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).
- Public support: Emphasize international cooperation on shared goals and timelines through national policies, agreements in place since COP27 or COP28 will help drive ambition forward.
- Global coordination: Consider increasing international pressure and mobilizing global public opinion to strengthen climate change mitigation efforts.
- Adaptation funding: Ensure that sufficient adaptation funds are allocated for vulnerable sectors of society.
The Indian government’s efforts come as countries across the world submit their plans to address climate change.