The GST assesses global progress under the Paris Agreement every five years. Yadav highlighted that developing nations face critical resource shortages for adaptation and mitigation. “Dialogue is important, but action is imperative,” he said, stressing that continuous reviews without implementation are no longer sufficient.

Yadav noted the first GST successfully affirmed the Paris Agreement’s implementation. He outlined GST’s three roles: evaluate collective progress, identify gaps, and guide enhanced domestic and global climate actions. Future GSTs should consider scientific assessments carefully, ensuring relevance and rigor.

Earlier, at the Pre-CoP30 Ministerial Roundtable, Yadav urged translating global commitments into local solutions. He said climate policies must improve people’s lives and accelerate implementation. COP30 will be hosted in Belém, Brazil, from November 10-21, 2025.

The post India Calls for Urgent Climate Action appeared first on India Podcast.

Speaking at the curtain-raiser for the 8th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly, Joshi said the event, scheduled for October 27-30 in New Delhi, will focus on expanding solar energy, green finance, and technology roadmaps. ISA unites 124 countries to promote global solar cooperation.

Joshi highlighted government programs like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, benefiting over 20 lakh households, and PM-KUSUM, supporting solar pumps and small solar plants. He said these schemes bring clean energy to rural areas and empower farmers.

Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary of the Ministry, said India ranks third in total renewable energy and second in solar module manufacturing after China. He also noted India’s progress in green hydrogen, targeting five million tonnes of production by 2031.

The post India Becomes World’s Third-Largest Solar Producer appeared first on India Podcast.