Electric-run vehicles get Cabinet boost

A Cabinet note mooting the proposal has already been finalised and will be soon sent to the ministries concerned for their views.

BRICS countries reaffirm commitment to implement Paris deal

Senior environment officials from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa discussed about major challenges and opportunities.

Government aims to reduce the emissions intensity of our GDP by 20-25 per cent over 2005 levels by 2020.

Many countries and the private sector have seen climate action as an opportunity to catalyse economic yet sustainable practices.

India is relying on a combination of renewable energy and energy efficiency measures.

US President Trump had withdrawn the US from the landmark Paris climate accord.

The American administration’s decision is a major blow to the global consensus that took more than two decades to reach.

'The global community must compel new US administration to implement its international commitments precisely and completely', Ghasemi said.

Donald Trump sought to promote US oil and gas production, which has boomed thanks to the rise of hydraulic fracturing in shale.

Trudeau also conveyed his intention to continue working with international partners to address climate change.