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About black carbon:
- It is the dark, sooty material emitted when biomass and fossil fuels are not fully combusted.
- Most black carbon emissions in India arise from burning biomass, such as cow dung or straw, in traditional cookstoves.
- Health risks associated: Higher risk of heart disease, birth complications, and premature death.
India’s commitment at COP26:
- By 2070: India pledged to achieve net-zero emissions, positioning itself as a leader in the race towards carbon neutrality.
Renewable energy progress:
- By 2023, India had installed over 180 GW of renewable energy capacity and is on track to achieve its target of 500 GW by 2030.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY): This Yojana seeks to reduce black carbon emissions by replacing traditional cookstoves with LPG connections.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY):
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