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🌍 Driving Sustainable Development through Industry-Academia Collaboration SEPA - Sustainability and Energy Practitioners Association is proud to support the upcoming UNDP Roundtable on Industry-Academia Collaboration Strategies for Greening Development, where our President, Dr.Raguram Arjunan, will share insights on how industry-academia partnerships can accelerate green innovation and sustainability. Key topics include: ✔️Tamilnadu’s role in Industrial Development ✔️Integrating policy with actionable sustainability frameworks ✔️ Center of Excellence align academic expertise with industry needs, accelerating progress toward sustainable development goals. Tamil Nadu has emerged as a leader in renewable energy and sustainable practices, significantly contributing to India’s progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With its strong Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India sector and innovative initiatives, the state serves as a model for fostering green growth through collaboration. SEPA - Sustainability and Energy Practitioners Association is committed to fostering partnerships across sectors to drive tangible solutions for a greener, more sustainable future. We look forward to advancing these discussions and supporting initiatives that make a real impact. #Sustainability #GreenDevelopment #IndustryAcademiaCollaboration #TamilNadu #SDGs #UNDP #SEPA We thank Mr Alagappan Ramanathan for extending an invitation.

🔥 𝗛𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 - 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 🔥 In The Lancet publication we 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 to facilitate the development of inclusive #cleancooking plans in Nepal. 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 🖤 One out of two people in #Nepal rely on polluting fuels for cooking. Leading to thousands of premature deaths! 🍀 Benefits outweigh the costs! Our analysis shows that 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟵,𝟱𝟬𝟬 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 yearly if benefits and externalities were perceived, on average 𝟭 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 thanks to decreased time for cooking and firewood collection, 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 annually and over 𝟭𝟳 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗢𝟮-𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 can be avoided annually. 🔝 Linking cost-benefit and multi-criteria algorithms isn’t just a 'nice to have'—it’s 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. Thanks Camilo Ramírez Gómez for the lead and to all co-authors and key contributors Babak Khavari Santiago Sinclair Lecaros Alicia Oberholzer Anobha Gurung Bhoj Raj Ghimire, PhD Bhogendra Mishra Dilip Khatiwada, PhD. Docent (Reader) Francesco Fuso Nerini Shannon Lloyd Donee Alexander Jillene Connors Belopolsky Karuna Bajracharya Tim Sutton for the collaboration! Partner organizations: Clean Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) Energy Access Explorer WRI Energy World Resources Institute KTH Royal Institute of Technology Energy at KTH Nepal Open University (NOU) Alternative Energy Promotion Center Kartoza (Pty) Ltd #sdg7 #sdg17 #sdg3 #energyaccess #energytransition #dataforgood #digitalpublicgood #opensource Digital Public Goods Alliance

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Mr. Rohit Kumar, Secretary General of CMAI, underscored the vast potential of the Indian Carbon Market and emerging opportunities in the Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) sector at the India Refining Summit organized by Messe Frankfurt India. Special thanks to Mr. Ian Cumberland, Energy Officer at the U.S. Embassy, for highlighting the critical role of CCUS in the refining sector. Additionally, Mr. Vivek Menezes, Managing Director and CEO of Harmony Environmental Systems Private Limited, presented insights on preparing flue gas streams for carbon capture. With India’s total theoretical storage capacity estimated between 395 - 614 Gt CO₂ for the period from 2030 to 2050, a carbon credits-based policy can play a pivotal role in driving the adoption of CCUS technologies. By incentivizing these practices, we can lower the costs associated with carbon capture, create markets for low-carbon products, and significantly decarbonize our industrial landscape. By offsetting carbon capture costs, we can not only meet environmental goals but also foster innovation and economic growth. Join the Carbon Markets Association of India (CMAI) to explore effective strategies for reducing carbon footprints through innovative green technologies and generating carbon credits for your projects. Contact us at secretary@cma-india.in. Rohit Kumar Bikash Sahu Ayushi Gaur Sruthy Jacob Mohit Gautam Upansh Srivastava U.S. Embassy India Innovation Norway Harmony Environmental Systems Private Limited Indian Oil Corp Limited #IndiaRefiningSummit #DecarbonizingIndustry #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Decarbonization #ParisAgreement #CarbonMarkets #ClimateFinance #GreenTechnology #EmissionReduction #UNFCCC #COP29 #GlobalCooperation #CarbonMarkets #Article6 #ParisAgreement #VCM #VCMI #ICVCM #CCTS #ETS #Offset #SustainableDevelopment #PMO #MOP #MOEFCC #BEE #MOCI #MOPNG #CPCB #EPR

In May 2022, the United States launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). Building on this initiative, in June 2024, India unveiled a comprehensive investment plan at the inaugural IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum in Singapore, targeting over $500 billion in investment opportunities by 2030. During the forum, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal highlighted India's significant business reforms over the past decade, designed to improve the business environment, particularly in the clean energy sector. These reforms have focused on areas such as renewable energy, green hydrogen, electric vehicles (EVs), and infrastructure transition. In the sustainable infrastructure track, four prominent Indian companies—ReNew Power, Avaada Energy Pvt. Ltd, Indusbridge Capital Advisors LLP, and Powerica Limited—were selected to present their innovative concepts to global investors. These companies showcased projects aimed at driving the transition to sustainable infrastructure. Similarly, in the ClimateTech track, ten Indian startups and companies were chosen to pitch their cutting-edge ideas and solutions aimed at combating climate change. These companies included BluSmart, Recykal, LOHUM, Sea6 Energy, Newtrace and Alt Mobility, Kabira Mobility Private Limited, EVage Ventures Private Limited, Batx Energies Private Limited, and igrenEnergi, Inc. A notable outcome of the forum was the operational launch of the IPEF Catalytic Capital Fund. This fund aims to provide concessional financing and technical assistance for clean economy infrastructure projects. Founding supporters, including Australia, Japan, Korea, and the US, have pledged an initial grant funding of USD 33 million, which is expected to catalyze up to USD 3.3 billion in private investment. #Sikich #SikichIndia #CleanEnergy #Investment #Finance

Exciting Opportunity for UK & Indian Innovators! 🌍 Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation is teaming up with the Department of Science and Technology (DST) of the Government of India to invest up to £2 million in collaborative Net Zero innovation projects. This competition will fund business-led research and development (CR&D) projects focused on advancing Net Zero Technologies. Key areas of interest include: - Advanced materials 🔋 - Decarbonising manufacturing ♻️ - Renewable energy sources 🌞 - Energy storage & distribution ⚡️ - Decarbonising mobility 🚗 Eligibility: - UK organisations must partner with at least one Indian non-linked registered business applying through the Technology Development Board (TDB) programme. - UK organisations must submit their application via the Innovation Funding Service (IFS) portal. - Indian partners will apply to the TDB programme for the Indian portion of the project and will be funded directly by TDB. This is a fantastic opportunity for UK and Indian businesses to work together to drive forward cutting-edge solutions in the global race to Net Zero. Applications are now open! Make sure to get your application in to drive impactful change and help shape a sustainable future. Find out more and apply here: 🔗 https://ow.ly/w6tU50UiNUG #NetZero #Innovation #UKIndiaCollaboration #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #AdvancedMaterials #Decarbonisation #InnovateUK #Technology

In my quest to deepen my understanding of carbon markets, I have completed the "Advanced Concepts of Climate Change and Carbon Markets" course offered by atingi.org, developed by the Indian chapter of the Global Carbon Markets project under the aegis of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. This self-paced, advanced course was a deep dive into the structure and dynamics of the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM). It equipped me with the knowledge to develop VCM projects, understand the carbon project lifecycle, and examine the current global status and specifics of the VCM, including insightful Indian case studies. Key takeaways included: -Understanding Market Players and Components: Gaining insight into the various stakeholders in carbon markets. -Calculating Emission Reductions: Learning the quantitative methods for determining the impact of carbon projects. -Exploring the Carbon Project Lifecycle: From inception to verification, understanding each phase in detail. -Global and Local Views on Carbon Markets: Analyzing global trends and specific case studies from India. -Pricing Dynamics: Studying the state of carbon credits and their pricing mechanisms. I am excited to apply this advanced knowledge to further my career and contribute effectively to sustainable development and climate action. #ClimateChange #CarbonMarkets #Sustainability #VCM #GIZ #BMWK

🚀🌱Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) hosted a day long national workshop on carbon markets titled “Accelerating Green Hydrogen and Clean Energy” to achieve India’s net zero targets on July 25 in New Delhi. Carbon Markets Association of India (CMAI) is delighted to share that we were the knowledge partner for the post lunch session. The workshop brought together government leadership, policymakers, carbon registries, traders, industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners to share insights, discuss challenges, and explore the opportunities. Mr. Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Hon’ble Minister of New and Renewable Energy, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and delivered the keynote address. This event brought together over 200 participants from both India and abroad. CMAI was the knowledge partner for the following sessions:- 1. Leveraging India's Position in the International Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM): Ensuring Transparency and High Integrity 2. International cooperation approaches under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement 3. How to operationalize buyers in Indian Voluntary Carbon Market/Offset Mechanism? CMAI extends its sincere gratitude to Ms. Suman Chandra, IAS the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for organizing the workshop. We also appreciate the contributions of all the speakers and attendees who participated in the event. Let’s continue to share best practices and lessons learned to drive meaningful emissions reductions and strengthen global climate action through climate financing.🌍💚 Rohit Kumar Bikash Sahu Ayushi Gaur Sruthy Jacob Mohit Gautam Sanjna Chugh #CarbonMarketWorkshop #GreenEnergy #Hydrogen #ClimateAction #CarbonCredit #Sustainability #NetZero #ClimateAction #COP29 #GreenFuture #CMAI #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Decarbonization #Scope3Emissions #ParisAgreement #CarbonMarkets #ClimateFinance #GreenTechnology #EmissionReduction #UNFCCC #CarbonMarkets #Article6 #ParisAgreement #VCM #VCMI #ICVCM #CCTS #ETS #Offset #SustainableDevelopment #PMO #MOP #MOEFCC #BEE #MOCI #MOPNG #CPCB #EPR #CarbonPricing #SustainableTrade #ClimateAction #CBAM #GreenEconomy #CleanTechnology #IndiaExports #CarbonMarketAssociation

At the 2nd Energy Summit of the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs, Jonathan Heimer, announced the U.S. commitment to supporting India's goal of achieving 500 gigawatts (GW) of installed renewable energy capacity by 2030. The summit, themed ‘Climate Change and Decarbonization of Indian Economy – Vision 2030,’ highlighted the growing partnership between the U.S. and India in the renewable energy sector. Heimer noted the opportunities for collaboration and the strong U.S. presence in India. India and the US have over a decade of strategic cooperation in energy and climate change, starting in 2009 with the U.S.-India Partnership to Advance Clean Energy (PACE). In 2021, US-India signed Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030 Partnership which will remain an important platform for the U.S. and India to further global efforts towards tackling climate change. Join Carbon Markets Association of India (CMAI) in exploring opportunities for collaboration between India and other countries. CMAI is already engaged in emission reduction projects in 16 countries. Reach out to us: secretary@cma-india.in Together, let’s drive climate action and create a sustainable future! 🌱💼 Rohit Kumar Bikash Sahu Ayushi Gaur Sruthy Jacob Mohit Gautam Sanjna Chugh #CMAI #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Decarbonization #Azerbaijan #ParisAgreement #CarbonMarkets #ClimateFinance #GreenTechnology #EmissionReduction #UNFCCC #COP29 #GlobalCooperation #CarbonMarkets #Article6 #ParisAgreement #VCM #VCMI #ICVCM #CCTS #ETS #Offset #SustainableDevelopment #PMO #MOP #MOEFCC #BEE #MOCI #MOPNG #CPCB #EPR

South Asia, home to over a quarter of the global population and one of the world's fastest-growing regions, faces a dual challenge: sustainability meeting its rising energy demands while building resilience to its heightened vulnerability to climate change. With its dense population, economic diversity, and varying levels of development, South Asia presents unique energy challenges. How the region addresses its growing energy needs will greatly impact the global transition to clean energy markets. Advancing clean energy in South Asia can stimulate industry and markets, create new opportunities, and drive economic growth while improving living standards. Through the USAID India Advancing the US-India Partnership Platform Activity, we are supporting RTI International in organizing the South Asia Clean Energy Forum 2024. This event will bring together government ministries, public agencies, public sector organizations, development partners, civil society groups, researchers, academics, think tanks, private sector leaders, and energy experts. The forum aims to foster knowledge-sharing, strengthen collaborations, and develop solutions for South Asia's clean energy challenges. Learn more about the U.S. Government's objective of improving access to affordable, secure, reliable, and sustainable energy in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka here: https://sarepenergy.net/. And learn more about #SACEF2024 now: https://lnkd.in/ekJ8hxSe #CleanEnergyTransition #SustainableSouthAsia #ClimateResilience #USIndiaPartnership