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COP31 Presidency Proposes Global 35-by-35 Electrification Pledge; India May Not Sign
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What Happened?
At COP31 in Antalya, the presidency proposed a '35-by-35' pledge to increase electricity's share in global energy consumption. India may not formally join this initiative.
Key points
- COP31 is taking place from November 9 to 20 in Antalya, Turkiye.
- The '35-by-35' pledge aims to raise electricity's share of global energy consumption from 23% to 35% by 2035.
- India's current electricity consumption is about 22% of its total energy use.
- The pledge is a voluntary initiative and may not be formally adopted by many countries, including India.
- India emphasizes that voluntary initiatives should not interfere with formal negotiations.
Key insights
- India's reluctance to sign may reflect its focus on national energy needs and circumstances.
- The COP31 presidency aims to create a collaborative environment for energy transition.
- The '35-by-35' target aligns with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Why it matters
The pledge could influence global energy policies and commitments to renewable energy.
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Source
Times of India
