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🌍🌱 India's Sustainability Ranking: 176th Globally! As climate challenges persist, tracking global sustainability efforts is crucial. The 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) by CIESIN and Yale Center for Environmental Law and Policy evaluates 180 countries across 58 indicators in 11 categories like climate change and ecosystem health. India ranks 176th globally, reflecting progress with areas for improvement. Key insights: 🌿 Progress in greenhouse gas reductions, but few countries are on track for net-zero by 2050. 🏞️ Challenges in protecting natural habitats due to urbanization and overfishing. 💰 Wealthier nations lead in environmental performance, emphasizing global sustainability leadership. The EPI guides policymakers towards collaborative efforts for sustainable development worldwide. Let's work together towards a greener future! 💚 #Sustainability #EnvironmentalPerformance #ClimateAction #GlobalEfforts #IndiaSustainability #EPI2024

🌍🌱 India's Sustainability Ranking: 176th Globally! As climate challenges persist, tracking global sustainability efforts is crucial. The 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) by CIESIN and Yale Center for Environmental Law and Policy evaluates 180 countries across 58 indicators in 11 categories like climate change and ecosystem health. India ranks 176th globally, reflecting progress with areas for improvement. Key insights: 🌿 Progress in greenhouse gas reductions, but few countries are on track for net-zero by 2050. 🏞️ Challenges in protecting natural habitats due to urbanization and overfishing. 💰 Wealthier nations lead in environmental performance, emphasizing global sustainability leadership. The EPI guides policymakers towards collaborative efforts for sustainable development worldwide. Let's work together towards a greener future! 💚 #Sustainability #EnvironmentalPerformance #ClimateAction #GlobalEfforts #IndiaSustainability #EPI2024

India has tons of work to do... The 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) provides a data-driven summary of the state of sustainability around the world. Using 58 performance indicators across 11 issue categories, the EPI ranks 180 countries on climate change performance, environmental health, and ecosystem vitality. These indicators provide a gauge at a national scale of how close countries are to established environmental policy targets. The EPI offers a scorecard that highlights leaders and laggards in environmental performance and provides practical guidance for countries that aspire to move toward a sustainable future. (source;https://epi.yale.edu/)

India ranked 176 in sustainability around the world! 🇮🇳🌱🌎💚 As climate change challenges persist, tracking national and global sustainability efforts becomes crucial. The Environmental Performance Index (EPI), a collaboration between the Center for International Earth Science Information Network (CIESIN) and the Yale Center for Environmental Law and Policy, provides a comprehensive sustainability scorecard. The 2024 EPI evaluates 180 countries based on 58 indicators across 11 categories, including climate change mitigation, ecosystem vitality, and environmental health. And India stands at 176 out of 180 countries around the globe. While there has been progress, the index highlights areas for improvement and offers insights into global sustainability trends. Key findings include: Progress in curbing greenhouse gas emissions, but only a few countries are on track to reach net-zero by 2050. Challenges in protecting natural habitats, with many protected areas facing threats like urbanization and overfishing. The correlation between a country's wealth and its environmental performance, suggesting that wealthier nations should lead by example in sustainability practices. The EPI serves as a crucial tool for policymakers, highlighting the need for collaborative efforts to achieve sustainability goals and address environmental concerns on a global scale. To read the report: https://buff.ly/4ehR6Z4 Join our community to be ahead of the curve in sustainability & ESG: 👉 LinkedIn Group: https://buff.ly/4bPJew9 👉 WhatsApp Community: https://buff.ly/4bPJf3b #Sustainability #EPI #ClimateChange #GlobalGoals #ESG

🌾 India's Ranking in Environmental Performance Index 2024: A Wake-Up Call The Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2024 has revealed some sobering insights for India. Out of 180 countries, India stands at 176th place with a score of 27.6. This low ranking is a stark reminder of the urgent need to address environmental issues more effectively. Notably, India has ranked last among South Asian countries in cleanliness and drinking water, scoring only 25.6 points. The country also fared poorly in air quality, securing 6.8 points, placing fifth in the region. The climate change index saw India at 133rd with 35 points. This comprehensive assessment by Yale University's Center for Environmental Law & Policy highlights significant gaps in India's environmental policies. It underscores the necessity for robust action to combat climate change, protect ecosystems, and improve environmental health. The 2024 EPI introduces new metrics, reflecting the evolving global priorities in environmental sustainability. For the first time, the index evaluates how well countries protect essential habitats and regulate protected areas, aligning with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework's targets. Key takeaways: Global Comparisons: Only a few countries are on track to meet net-zero emissions by 2050, with notable progress in Estonia, Finland, Greece, Timor-Leste, and the UK. Challenges for India: India's high greenhouse gas emissions, inadequate clean water access, and poor waste management infrastructure are critical issues. Call for Action: There's an urgent need for India to invest in better infrastructure for clean water, waste management, and renewable energy to ensure sustainable development. This EPI report serves as a crucial reminder for policymakers, businesses, and citizens to collaborate towards a sustainable future. Let's use this data as a catalyst for change, aiming for higher environmental standards and a healthier planet for all. #EnvironmentalPerformance #Sustainability #ClimateAction #India #EPI2024 #GreenFuture #PolicyChange #MPPCB #MOEFCC #CPCB Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024

India ranked 176 in sustainability around the world! 🇮🇳🌱🌎💚 As climate change challenges persist, tracking national and global sustainability efforts becomes crucial. The Environmental Performance Index (EPI), a collaboration between the Center for International Earth Science Information Network (CIESIN) and the Yale Center for Environmental Law and Policy, provides a comprehensive sustainability scorecard. The 2024 EPI evaluates 180 countries based on 58 indicators across 11 categories, including climate change mitigation, ecosystem vitality, and environmental health. And India stands at 176 out of 180 countries around the globe. While there has been progress, the index highlights areas for improvement and offers insights into global sustainability trends. Key findings include: Progress in curbing greenhouse gas emissions, but only a few countries are on track to reach net-zero by 2050. Challenges in protecting natural habitats, with many protected areas facing threats like urbanization and overfishing. The correlation between a country's wealth and its environmental performance, suggesting that wealthier nations should lead by example in sustainability practices. The EPI serves as a crucial tool for policymakers, highlighting the need for collaborative efforts to achieve sustainability goals and address environmental concerns on a global scale. To read the report: https://buff.ly/4ehR6Z4 Join our community to be ahead of the curve in sustainability & ESG: 👉 LinkedIn Group: https://buff.ly/4bPJew9 👉 WhatsApp Community: https://buff.ly/4bPJf3b #Sustainability #EPI #ClimateChange #GlobalGoals #ESG

The Supreme Court's March 21 judgment recognized a right to be free from climate change's adverse effects. This bolsters India's environmental protection framework and aligns it with constitutional rights. Despite lacking specific climate legislation, the court emphasized environmental well-being's importance, stressing our collective duty to address climate threats. This decision, coinciding with efforts to conserve the Great Indian Bustard, highlights the court's commitment to balancing environmental protection with sustainable development, vital for India's future. Reading about this judgment is highly reassuring, and is a very welcome move and great news for the industry we contribute to every day. With such judgements, we are on the right track to ensure a cleaner and healthier future for all. At Pi Green Innovations, we believe innovation and a commitment to sustainability are essential for a thriving economy alongside a healthy environment. This judgment paves the way for stronger environmental regulations and increased accountability, which we see as positive developments. We remain dedicated to developing solutions that empower India to navigate the challenges of climate change and build #APollutionFreeTomorrow. You can read more about the judgement here: https://lnkd.in/dKrM9gJn To know more about our works towards increased sustainability, you can visit www.pigreeninnovations.com Pi Green Innovations Pvt. Ltd. Shantanu Sonaikar Rizwan Shaikh Prasad Borge Rajlaxmi Parkhe Shreeya Shukla

An important excerpt from the Supreme Court judgement. “Therefore, the right to a healthy environment encapsulates the principle that every individual has the entitlement to live in an environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to their well-being. By recognizing the right to a healthy environment and the right to be free from the adverse effects of climate change, states are compelled to prioritize environmental protection and sustainable development, thereby addressing the root causes of climate change and safeguarding the well being of present and future generations.” “It is imperative for states like India, to uphold their obligations under international law, including their responsibilities to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate impacts, and protect the fundamental rights of all individuals to live in a healthy and sustainable environment.” #APollutionFreeTomorrow #netzero #cleanairforall

Article published in Jalsamvad Magazines July 2024 Topic - India lagging behind in Environmental Performance Index India's inclusion among the bottom five countries in the 2022 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) raises significant questions about the effectiveness of its environmental policies and initiatives. Developed by Yale and Columbia Universities, this index ranks India lowest based on 40 indicators across 11 categories, including climate change, environmental health, and ecosystem vitality. Air and water pollution have become critical issues in India. Industrial waste and untreated sewage contaminate water sources. Development is destroying wildlife habitats and decreasing biodiversity. Although the government has implemented various environmental policies, their expected outcomes are hindered by implementation gaps and inadequate resource allocation. Climate change has increased the frequency of natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and cyclones. This has put pressure on agricultural systems, threatening food security for millions. The absence of robust environmental protection systems and adequate monitoring mechanisms exacerbates these problems. Technological innovation plays a vital role in addressing environmental challenges. Initiatives like the National Clean Ganga Mission and renewable energy projects have leveraged technology. Adopting artificial intelligence, remote sensing, and green infrastructure can enhance environmental monitoring, planning, and management. By embracing innovative solutions, strengthening regulatory frameworks, and fostering inclusive partnerships, India can tackle its environmental issues. Community involvement and granting local communities ownership of cleanliness efforts are crucial. Prioritizing sustainable solutions, such as infrastructure development, sustainable consumption and production, pollution reduction, and conservation of natural resources, is essential. This approach will foster a sense of collective responsibility toward environmental management and secure the future for coming generations. #IndialaggingbehindinEnvironmentalPerformanceIndex

Can reallocating environmentally harmful subsidies (EHS) close the nature financing gap? Global EHS are estimated to be between $1.44-1.87 trillion per annum. Look out for a EHS Playbook to be published shortly by International Institute for Sustainable Development, led by Farooq Ullah. Current finance flows of $200 billion to nature-based solutions are swamped by flows of $6.7 trillion with direct negative impacts on nature, the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) finds. Mobilising nature finance has been a key issue under discussion at #COP16. Presently, funding for nature-based solutions is roughly one-third of the $542 billion needed annually by 2030 to meet international climate, biodiversity, and land restoration goals. Reallocating harmful subsidies to nature-based solutions (NbS) could be the key to bridging the gap. However this can be difficult to do in practice: subsidy reform can be politically challenging, as cases in Nigeria and Mexico illustrate. Yet, successful examples, such as New Zealand, India, and Germany, provide cause for optimism. Explore examples in our latest blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/eyuYTtqc #NatureFinance #SubsidyReform #NatureBasedSolutions #EHS #subsidies