Explain National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), objectives and recommendations.
In short
The National Action Plan on Climate Change, launched in 2008, is India's framework to cut emission intensity and build adaptive capacity through eight missions covering solar, energy efficiency, habitat, water, agriculture, the Himalayas, Green India and strategic knowledge. Its PAT scheme saved over 31 million tonnes of CO2 initially.
Model answer
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Coordinated Governance
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) coordinates eight missions including the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), National Mission on Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE), National Mission on Sustainable Habitat (NMSH), Green India Mission (GIM), and National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem.
State-Level Integration
States like Andhra Pradesh localize missions, addressing coastal vulnerabilities along its 974 km coastline and promoting renewable energy in industrial corridors such as Visakhapatnam-Chennai.
Renewable Energy and Efficiency Gains
JNNSM expanded solar capacity to over 49 GW by 2021, with Andhra Pradesh’s solar projects contributing; NMEEE’s Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) mechanism reduced emissions by over 31 million tonnes CO2, benefiting Andhra Pradesh’s industrial zones.
Ecosystem Restoration and Gaps
The Green India Mission supports afforestation and biodiversity, with Andhra Pradesh’s forest programs enhancing resilience in drought-prone Rayalaseema; however, funding gaps and coordination issues persist.
Strengthening State Capacities and Financing
Improving institutional capacity in Andhra Pradesh’s agriculture and aquaculture sectors and expanding climate finance via the National Clean Energy Fund can bridge funding gaps.
Technology and Community Engagement
Leveraging ISRO’s satellite data through NRSC and Bhuvan and integrating traditional conservation with modern strategies can boost climate resilience.
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