Climate change is wreaking havoc in India. It needs clarity and action now - Forbes India
Climate Change Is Wreaking Havoc In India. It Needs Clarity And Action Now - Forbes India
The practical way to meet India's growing energy requirements is to continue the dependence on thermal power (like coal, gas, diesel etc), which is the case now and is likely to continue for the next few decades. At the same time, not losing sight of our clean energy commitments will be imperative
India is also the fifth largest economy in the world, which is growing faster than its peers. This upward growth trajectory, which includes going big on manufacturing, industrialisation and urbanisation, means high immediate energy requirements. Illustration: Chaitanya Dinesh Surpur
As I write this, the northeastern state of Sikkim has been hit by heavy rains, with floods and landslides claiming lives and leaving thousands of people stranded. Over the last few months, India faced its hottest summer yet, with a heatwave causing scores of casualties. The climate crisis is here, and it’s only getting more urgent.
(This story appears in the 28 June, 2024 issue of Forbes India. To visit our Archives, click here.)
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