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India Introduces Net Zero Portal and Climate Dashboard

The government launched a Net Zero Portal for entities to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and set reduction targets.

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Key Points

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Net Zero Portal collects voluntary emissions data and net‑zero targets.

National Action Plan on Climate Change Dashboard consolidates monitoring of national climate missions.

Tools support inter‑ministerial coordination and evidence‑based assessment.

They link India's domestic actions with international climate commitments.

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The National Action Plan on Climate Change Dashboard provides a digital view of progress across all climate missions.

Both platforms aim to increase transparency, coordination among ministries, and evidence‑based climate planning.

Public access to the data encourages broader participation in India's low‑carbon transition.

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8 words

greenhouse gas

Gases such as carbon dioxide that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

emissions

The release of gases or particles into the air from activities like burning fuel or manufacturing.

Net Zero

A balance where the amount of greenhouse gases released is equal to the amount removed, so there is no overall increase.

inter‑ministerial

Involving more than one government department working together.

evidence‑based

Using real data and facts to make decisions.

transparent

Open and clear, allowing everyone to see what is happening.

voluntary

Done by choice, not forced.

climate‑resilient

Able to cope with and recover from changes in weather and climate.

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