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India Slips Five Spots on Climate Change Index
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What Happened?
India has dropped to 28th place in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2027, marking its third consecutive decline. The report was released during the UN climate conference in Turkiye.
Key points
- India ranked 28th in the CCPI 2027, down from 23rd.
- This is India's third consecutive fall in the rankings.
- India was in the top 10 for six years until 2024.
- The country has seen a rise in energy use and GHG emissions.
- Denmark topped the index, followed by Lithuania and Luxembourg.
Key insights
- India's emissions per capita are low but have increased recently.
- The country needs to improve energy efficiency and invest in renewable infrastructure.
- The report indicates that no major emitters are on a Paris Agreement-compatible path.
Why it matters
India's ranking drop highlights challenges in meeting climate goals amid rising energy needs.
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Source
Times of India
