It is now a well established fact that climate change is real.Several bodies like Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change(IPCC) and other independent studies have shown that the mean global temperature could rise by 2-3 degree celsius from current levels unless real-time effective steps are taken in short term,medium as well as long-term.After initial vacillation,finally there seems to be a convergence among the global nations on reducing the effects of climate change.The upcoming Paris summit in 2015 is conceived to be a game-changer as far as commitments towards environmental sustainability is concerned.
It is significant to note India's stand on global climate change negotiations.First,India believes that Common But Differentiated Responsibilities(CBDR) should be the basis of future laws on climate-change.The historical responsibility was a cardinal principle as agreed upon by United Nations Framework on Climate Change(UNFCC) and Kyoto protocol in 1997.Accordingly,the developed countries were among the largest emitters of Green-House Gases(GHGs) since industrial revolution.Therefore the onus lies on developed nations to undertake proactive steps towards reducing climate change.
Second,India supports an adaptation-centric approach(preparing themselves to reduce the vulnerability and risk due to impact on climate change)rather than mitigation centred strategy(excessive emission-cut).India agrees that adaptation should be the basis of Intended Nationally Determined Contributions(INDC) or individual voluntary commitments to reduce the effects of climate change.Moreover,the developed countries should primarily make meaningful financial contribution and help in the transfer of technology to poorer nations.There is a need for technology development through joint collaborative research.
Overall,India has outlined five pillars of strength as key to climate change.They are adaptation,mitigation,finance.technology transfer and capacity building.The climate deal should also include review of laws on biodiversity,wildlife and also air,water and land resources.Moreover the laws must be transparent with adequate focus on accountability of institutions.The research and development(R&D) should channelise its efforts towards making alternative sources of energy viable and affordable.
It is significant to note India's stand on global climate change negotiations.First,India believes that Common But Differentiated Responsibilities(CBDR) should be the basis of future laws on climate-change.The historical responsibility was a cardinal principle as agreed upon by United Nations Framework on Climate Change(UNFCC) and Kyoto protocol in 1997.Accordingly,the developed countries were among the largest emitters of Green-House Gases(GHGs) since industrial revolution.Therefore the onus lies on developed nations to undertake proactive steps towards reducing climate change.Second,India supports an adaptation-centric approach(preparing themselves to reduce the vulnerability and risk due to impact on climate change)rather than mitigation centred strategy(excessive emission-cut).India agrees that adaptation should be the basis of Intended Nationally Determined Contributions(INDC) or individual voluntary commitments to reduce the effects of climate change.Moreover,the developed countries should primarily make meaningful financial contribution and help in the transfer of technology to poorer nations.There is a need for technology development through joint collaborative research.
Overall,India has outlined five pillars of strength as key to climate change.They are adaptation,mitigation,finance.technology transfer and capacity building.The climate deal should also include review of laws on biodiversity,wildlife and also air,water and land resources.Moreover the laws must be transparent with adequate focus on accountability of institutions.The research and development(R&D) should channelise its efforts towards making alternative sources of energy viable and affordable.
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