India will present its revised 2035 NDC by December, with Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav reaffirming this commitment during the high-level segment of the UN COP30 Climate Summit in Belém, Brazil. He stressed that climate change is now “real and imminent,” highlighting the urgent need to change global growth patterns that have depended on unsustainable development for so long. Yadav called on developed nations to meet their net-zero goals significantly ahead of the current schedules, emphasizing that swift and fair action is crucial for maintaining the 1.5°C target. He stressed that India will present a revised 2035 NDC by December to align with its long-term climate strategy, ambitious sectoral missions, and growing role in global climate leadership.

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India’s Growth in Climate Commitments and Domestic Advancement

India will present its revised 2035 NDC by December in line with the global mandate for all countries to submit their next-generation climate plans, known as NDCs 3.0, for the period of 2031–2035. Yadav announced that India will soon unveil its inaugural Biennial Transparency Report, demonstrating a robust commitment to fulfilling its Paris Agreement obligations.

Key highlights of India’s climate-related advancements include:

• Considerable reduction in emissions: India’s emission intensity has fallen by over 36% since 2005, showing advancement that exceeds the expected timeline.
• Clean energy milestone reached ahead of schedule: Non-fossil fuel sources now account for more than 50% of India’s installed electricity capacity, exceeding its NDC target by 5 years.
• Key sectoral missions initiated: The Nuclear Mission and the Green Hydrogen Mission aim to expedite India’s progress toward net-zero emissions by 2070.
• Amplifying nature-based solutions: Through a community-driven initiative, more than 2 billion plants were planted in just 16 months, bolstering India’s dedication to ecosystem restoration.

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Expectations from Developed Nations and Global Cooperation

Yadav called for COP30 to be a “COP of Implementation” and stressed that climate action must extend beyond commitments. He emphasized that the global transition needs to be suitable, accessible, and affordable for all, particularly for developing nations. He pointed out that for significant climate progress, solutions must be free of restrictive intellectual property barriers that hinder innovation and implementation.

Points raised by the Minister regarding global responsibilities:

• Greater ambition from developed countries: They need to bring forward their net-zero deadlines and fulfill climate finance promises that are still outstanding.
• Strengthened industry transition: Yadav called for closer collaboration at the LeadIT Industry Leaders’ Roundtable to hasten industry decarbonization and ensure fair growth.
• Enhanced global solidarity: He stated that collective action is essential for achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement and ensuring a sustainable future for everyone.

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