India's Progress in Green Energy Transition

Scottish Green co-leader Patrick Harvie has urged the Scottish Government to enhance climate action measures in light of proposed changes to Scotland's climate targets, stressing that business as usual is insufficient for a viable future. Harvie highlighted the need for innovative strategies such as rejecting new fossil fuel exploration and investing in public transport to achieve necessary emissions reductions. Meanwhile, at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference, Indian Minister Pralhad Joshi emphasized India's achievements in renewable energy, noting it is the only G20 country to meet its climate targets ahead of schedule, with a significant increase in renewable energy capacity since 2014. India's G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant reinforced the country's role in promoting ambitious climate action, advocating for the tripling of global renewable energy capacity by 2030 and highlighting India's potential as a leading green energy exporter. The New Delhi G20 Declaration introduced the 'Green Development Pact' aimed at balancing economic growth with environmental protection, showcasing India's commitment to sustainable practices. Both Scottish and Indian leaders underscore the urgency of aggressive climate initiatives to meet global targets and secure a sustainable future.