Publications

Policy Brief: Roadmap for Zero Emission Truck (ZET) Skilling in India

Policy brief
| January 5, 2026

Globally, road vehicles contribute 20 per cent of CO2 emissions; yet trucks, which account for less than 1 per cent of the total vehicle fleet, contribute approximately 35% of those emissions. In India, the situation is similar: while making up only 3 per cent of road vehicles, commercial trucks are responsible for 34 per cent of the road transport sector's CO2 emissions. Though this segment is carbon-intensive, it remains essential for the country’s economic development.

Skilling for an EV-Ready India A Roadmap for 2047

Policy brief
| January 5, 2026

As India advances toward its Net-Zero 2070 commitment and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, the electrification of transport has emerged as a critical pillar of sustainable development. The Indian automotive industry is currently undergoing a profound transformation driven by Industry 4.0 (4IR). This transition from Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) to Electric Vehicles (EVs) necessitates the digitization of end-to-end processes, fundamentally impacting the entire value chain—from component manufacturing to the finished vehicle.

Climate-Driven Atmospheric Moisture for Water Security in Uttarakhand

Article
| December 31, 2025

The Himalayan State Uttarakhand stands today at the frontline of climate change.

Strengthening CAFE-III: A First-Principles Approach to Cleaner Mobility

Article
| December 29, 2025

Follow the first principles of reducing transport emissions in enhancing fuel efficiency and promoting zero emission vehicles.

From Theory to Action: Implementing Just Transition in Coal Regions

Article
| December 24, 2025

As India moves towards a low-carbon future, delivering a just transition in coal-dependent regions demands actionable, evidence-based pathways. This article aims to examine the gap between theory and on-ground realities, highlighting what is needed to make the transition fair and sustainable.

Clean Air, Choked Finance: Why India's War on Air Pollution is Running Out of Cash

Article
| December 15, 2025

This article explores the landscape of clean air finance in India, highlighting key national and international funding sources, funding gaps, challenges, and potential pathways forward.

The Belém Package Recasting Ambition, Equity, and Finance in the Next Phase of Climate Action: A COP30 Debriefing Paper

Policy brief
| December 12, 2025

The 30th annual meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and 7th meeting of the CMA1 convened in Belém from 10- 22 November 2025. This marked a decade since the adoption of the Paris Agreement in 2015. The Brazilian presidency framed the meeting as the “Global Mutirão”, a collective effort to move from commitments to implementation. It approached its leadership by prioritising partnerships not only among countries but also with institutional actors within and beyond UNFCCC.

Coastal Blue Carbon in Practice: The Need for a User Manual

Article
| December 4, 2025

Blue carbon refers to the organic carbon captured and stored by coastal ecosystems such as mangroves, tidal salt marshes, and seagrass meadows. These habitats sequester excess CO₂ in their biomass and soil for centuries, playing a vital role in mitigating climate change while supporting coastal resilience and biodiversity.

Hydrogen Rotary Kilns for Ironmaking in India

Research Paper
| November 21, 2025

India’s iron and steel sector faces a significant challenge in decarbonizing over the coming decades, necessitating new technological solutions. A unique hurdle is India’s vast sector of small-scale sponge iron producers, who largely rely on coal-based rotary kilns to produce direct reduced iron (DRI).The paper, ‘Hydrogen Rotary Kilns for Ironmaking in India: A novel solution for decarbonizing small-scale ironmaking,’ outlines a promising technological route for this segment of the industry.

Reimagining Resilient Indian Cities: Building Flood-Ready Futures

Article
| November 21, 2025

Resilient infrastructure and finance systems require strong governance and integrated planning.