India has an ambitious plan to generate 100 GW solar and 75 GW wind energy by 2022, in line with its national commitments to the Paris Agreement. Achieving these targets will greatly reduce our dependence on coal-based power plants that cause significant carban emissions. Solar is currently cheaper than coal, its cost has plummeted drastically over the last few years while the prices of coal-based power have been rising.
Witness 2.17 Vol. 59
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Witness 3.24
The climate crisis disproportionately impacts marginalized communities, threatening lives and livelihoods. Greenpeace India is addressing these challenges with community-driven solutions and systemic advocacy. From championing accessible, sustainable public transport and…
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Witness 2.24
As the planet heats up, breaking records that we wish remained unbroken, the impacts are becoming alarmingly clear, with marginalized communities bearing the brunt of the crisis. Our latest newsletter…
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Witness 1.24
As 2024 began with a bang, we launched our South Asia office in Colombo, Sri Lanka, recognizing the region’s vulnerability despite its lower emission history. With a third of the…