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#ClimatePolicy An insightful piece by Shri Jeevan Kumar Jethani and Akanksha Golchha on the constraints and some possible solutions around the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana scheme launched earlier this year. The piece brings to light some of the discussion points raised at a Roundtable hosted by Association of Renewable Energy Agencies of States, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). The discussion at the roundtable delved into the specific challenges faced in the rural context for solar rooftop installation and potential solutions that could be integrated into the scheme's implementation framework. Read the entire piece below 👇 Charu Lata Dhilsha Jubair Amaryil Sameer Kwatra Dipa Singh Bagai

#ClimatePolicy #EventHighlight The workshop on the The UP Urban Cooling Policy organized by the Department of Housing and Urban Planning and the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh , in collaboration with the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and knowledge partners had a session on the UP Urban Cooling Policy Implementation Framework moderated by Shri Ashish Tiwari, Secretary, Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh . Shri Tiwari emphasized the importance of comprehensive building codes (ECBC and ENS) and the need to address urban cooling across all infrastructure, including roads. He stressed on the need to integrate green-building costs into project expenses and highlighted the gaps that remain in research and development. Over a 100 participants joined the workshop including government officials, industry experts, real estate developers, academia, civil society organizations, and media representatives. #Cooling #ExtremeHeat #Heatwaves #PublicHealth #EnergyEfficiency #CoolingPolicy #ClimateAction #ClimateChange

Cooling Our Cities: Insights from the Uttar Pradesh Urban Cooling Policy workshop on shaping a sustainable urban future. 🌿🏛️ Urban heat islands (UHI) pose significant challenges to our cities and communities, exacerbating climate change impacts and impacting public health, energy consumption, and overall urban livability. Addressing UHI is pivotal for building sustainable and resilient cities. The Uttar Pradesh government is leading the charge in addressing UHI through innovative policies and collaborative efforts: 🏛️ Government Leadership: The Uttar Pradesh Urban Cooling Policy workshop, recently held at Lucknow, showcased the state government's commitment. It emphasized integrating Energy Conservation Building Codes (ECBC) and other urban cooling measures into infrastructure planning to mitigate UHI effects. 🏢 Industry Engagement: The workshop facilitated partnerships between government bodies, industry leaders, and academia. This collaboration aims to implement sustainable building practices, such as green roofs and cool roof technologies, which reduce heat retention and promote energy efficiency across urban landscapes. 🎓 Academic Support: Institutions like Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) are pivotal in advancing research on UHI impacts and solutions. Collaborative initiatives with organizations like the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) ensure evidence-based policymaking and foster innovation in urban cooling strategies. The workshop also highlighted: 📈 Global best practices and technical insights on effective urban cooling strategies. 🤝 Signing of MoUs to strengthen partnerships between UPNEDA, AKTU, NRDC, and other stakeholders for impactful policy implementation. By leveraging these partnerships and initiatives, Uttar Pradesh is setting a precedent for sustainable urban development and climate resilience. Together, we can create cooler, healthier, and more sustainable cities for generations to come. #UrbanHeatIslands #ClimateAction #SustainableCities #UttarPradesh #CollaborationForChange Join the conversation and share your insights on combating urban heat effectively! 🌿

#ExpertInFocus NRDC India's Sahana L recently moderated a panel discussion on 'EV Charging and EV Fleet' at the EV Update Telangana Summit 2024 organized by EV Update Media | India in Hyderabad. The discussion that ensued during the session covered pacing fleet electrification and residential charging, the current state of charging infrastructure, fast charging, battery swapping, EV service network readiness amongst other subjected. The panel's views and recommendations were also sought for scaling EV charging and fleets in the state. #ElectricMobility #CleanMobility #ElectricVehicles #GreenMobility #EVs

#InTheNews NRDC India's Abhiyant Tiwari talked to Aradhna Wal for Climate Resilience for All for a story that sheds insight into the impact of extreme heat on Delhi's poorest workers this summer. Read the entire story below. #ExtremeHeat #Heatwaves #ClimateAdaptation #ClimateChange #ClimateResilience #PublicHealth

#ExpertInFocus Last week NRDC India's Sahana L moderated a high-level panel discussion at the 2nd EMobilityPlus State Summit Telangana 2024 hosted in Hyderabad. The title of the discussion was 'Evolving Charging Technology & Infrastructure Development for Mass Adoption in the State' where the panelists talked about the challenges in the charge point operating business and potential solutions.  #ElectricMobility #CleanMobility #MobilitySolutions

#NewBlog 📰 New research highlights how retrofitting auto-rickshaws in India can support road-transport decarbonization and support India's energy transformation goals. NRDC India's Nitish Arora and Sahana L write about the new whitepaper released by Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) and International Copper Association India at a workshop hosted in Hyderabad with the support of the Government of Telangana. Click on the link below to read the entire blog 👇 Blog Link: https://lnkd.in/gwk_PtpZ #VehicleElectrification #Retrofitment #ClimateAction #GreenMobility #CleanMobility #CleanEnergy #ElectricTransition

#ClimateAction UPNEDA, APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing energy efficiency and clean energy initiatives in Uttar Pradesh. This includes supporting the implementation of the Energy Conservation Building Code, capacity building, and promoting sustainable building practices. The MoU aims to foster knowledge exchange, training and joint activities to improve building energy efficiency and support the state's energy conservation goals. Anupam Shukla Yamide Dagnet Dipa Singh Bagai Sameer Kwatra Prima Madan Ashish Jindal Gerry George #Cooling #EnergyEfficiency #Partnerships #ClimateChange

#ClimatePolicy #EventHighlight Last week a workshop on the The Uttar Pradesh Urban Cooling Policy was successfully organized by the Department of Housing and Urban Planning and the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh , in collaboration with the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and knowledge partners. Over a 100 participants joined including government officials, industry experts, real estate developers, academia, civil society organizations, and media representatives. Highlights of the Inaugural Session below. 🥇 Ms. Dipa Singh Bagai, Country Head, NRDC India emphasized the urgency of addressing extreme heat challenges, particularly for vulnerable populations, and the critical role of the urban cooling policy. 🥈 Shri Sanjay Seth, Senior Director, TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute and CEO, GRIHA Council, talked about the importance of addressing heat for economically weaker sections and advocated for passive design strategies and cool roofs.  🥉 Shri Dr. Nitin Gokarn, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Housing and Urban Planning Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh stressed on the urgency for comprehensive urban cooling, beyond cool roofs. ⏩ Lt. General Yogendra Dimri, Vice Chairperson of UP State Disaster Management Authority, emphasized climate change's impact on vulnerable populations and the importance of aligning urban cooling with disaster risk reduction. ⏫ Shri Narendra Bhooshan, Principal Secretary, Department of Energy, Renewable Energy, Science & Technology, Government of Uttar Pradesh , highlighted the severity of urban heat islands and the need for sustainable technologies. ⏪ Dr. Balkar Singh, Secretary Housing and Commissioner, UP Housing Board emphasized on the implementation of this policy with an extensive focus on tree plantation. He also stressed on the need to rejuvenate water bodies and wetlands and on the adoption of vertical growth of cities to tackle rising temperatures. 🏆 Shri Manoj Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh , underscored the importance of energy transition and building energy-efficient structures. The session set the stage for collaborative efforts amongst stakeholders and technical solutions to combat urban heat effectively. UPNEDA APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Mahila Housing Trust Plaksha University Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) GRIHA Council #ExtremeHeat #ClimateAction #ClimateSolutions #Heatwaves #Cooling #UrbanCooling #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateChange

#NewBlog 🖋 "With record breaking temperatures taking a devastating toll on human health, the state of Uttar Predesh has prepared a long-term heat resilience plan. " - Sameeha Hossain and NRDC India's Ashish Jindal and Gerry George write about the recent workshop hosted by the Department of Housing and Urban Planning and Department of Environment, Forests and Climate Change of the Government of Uttar Pradesh in collaboration with Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Knowledge Partners to discuss the state's upcoming Urban Cooling Policy. Read more below 👇 Vijay Limaye, PhD Prima Madan Sameer Kwatra Dipa Singh Bagai UPNEDA APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Mahila Housing Trust Plaksha University GRIHA Council #ExtremeHeat #Heatwaves #ClimateMitigation #ClimateAdaptation #ClimatePolicy #ClimateAction #ClimateChante