Climate Change Performance Index 2024

Context

• India has secured the 7th position in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2024, exhibiting an improvement from its 8th position last year.

About CCPI

1. The CCPI is an annual report collaboratively prepared by Germanwatch, the New Climate Institute, and the Climate Action Network since 2005.
2. It serves as a tool to enhance transparency in both national and international climate politics.

Assessment Criteria

1. The CCPI utilizes a standardized framework to assess the climate performance of 63 countries and the EU, representing over 90% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Assessment Categories: Countries are evaluated based on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions (40%), Renewable Energy (20%), Energy Use (20%), and Climate Policy (20%).

Global Concerns

1. Globally, there's been minimal improvement in emission reduction efforts. Among 64 countries assessed, 37 countries showed fluctuations compared to the previous year.
2. Despite the urgency to decarbonize, GHG emissions rose in 2022, resulting in atmospheric CO2 levels being 50% higher than pre-industrial levels.

Top Performers in CCPI 2024

1. Denmark (4th), Estonia (5th), and the Philippines (6th) secured top positions in the CCPI 2024.
2. Notable Slips: Italy (-15 positions), United Kingdom & France (-9 positions), Japan (-8 positions), and the United States (-5 positions).

India's Performance

1. India's ranking improved to 7th position this year, displaying a positive shift from the 8th position last year.
2. Effectively, India holds the 4th position as the first three ranks in the 'very high' performance category are vacant.
3. India achieved a score of 70.25%, showing progress from the previous year's score of 67.35%.

India's Challenges and Initiatives

1. Despite efforts to promote renewable energy, India's growing energy needs are still met with a heavy reliance on coal, contributing to GHG emissions and severe air pollution.
2. India faces challenges as one of the most air-polluted countries globally due to reliance on coal, oil, and gas.
3. India is committed not only to domestic progress but also to steering global commitments for a sustainable world.

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