ORGANIZATIONS
|
Initiative |
Year Established |
Objectives |
Key Components |
Implementing Agency |
Major Initiatives |
Data |
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Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) |
2006 |
Combat wildlife crime, enforce wildlife protection laws, coordinate intelligence |
Wildlife crime investigation, enforcement support, capacity building |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Operation Save Kurma, Operation Thunderbird, capacity building programs |
Over 1,000 cases registered, 2,500 seizures, 10,000 officers trained |
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Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) |
1962 |
Promote animal welfare, enforce animal protection laws, educate the public |
Inspection of facilities, legal support, public awareness campaigns |
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
Grants for animal shelters, awareness programs, enforcement of animal welfare laws |
3,000+ animal shelters supported, 1,200+ awareness campaigns conducted |
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Central Zoo Authority (CZA) |
1992 |
Ensure proper management of zoos, promote conservation education, support breeding programs |
Zoo accreditation, species management plans, capacity building |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Modernization of zoos, conservation breeding programs, training for zoo personnel |
Accredited 160+ zoos, successful breeding programs for 30+ endangered species |
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National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) |
2003 |
Implement Biological Diversity Act, regulate access to biological resources, conserve biodiversity |
Access and benefit-sharing, biodiversity conservation, policy advice |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
People's Biodiversity Registers, biodiversity management committees |
250+ agreements on access and benefit-sharing, 77,000+ biodiversity management committees formed |
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National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP) |
2001 |
Restore and conserve urban and peri-urban lakes, improve water quality, enhance biodiversity |
Pollution control, lakefront development, public participation |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Restoration projects, awareness programs, water quality monitoring |
63 lakes restored, ₹1,000+ crore spent on conservation projects, improved water quality in restored lakes |
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National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA) |
2009 |
Conservation of the Ganga River, sustainable management of its basin |
Pollution control, sustainable development, community involvement |
Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Namami Gange Programme, pollution abatement projects |
Allocated ₹20,000 crore for Namami Gange, improved water quality in 4,465 km of the river |
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Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) |
1998 |
Conserve wildlife and its habitat, prevent wildlife crime, support animal welfare |
Wildlife rescue, habitat restoration, anti-poaching initiatives |
Non-governmental organization |
Rapid Response Teams, Gaj Yatra, Wild Aid |
Rescued over 1,000 animals, restored 50,000 hectares of habitat, significant reduction in poaching incidents |
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Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) |
1883 |
Promote nature conservation, conduct scientific research, educate the public |
Research, conservation projects, publications, public awareness |
Non-governmental organization |
Important Bird Areas (IBA) Program, Wetland Conservation, Nature Education Programs |
Identified 467 IBAs in India, published 23 books and 300+ research papers annually, reached over 10,000 students through education programs |
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Wildlife Institute of India (WII) |
1982 |
Conduct wildlife research, provide training and education, support conservation policy |
Research and monitoring, training programs, advisory services |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Tiger Conservation, Species Recovery Programs, Wildlife Forensics |
Trained over 2,500 wildlife professionals, contributed to the recovery of species like tigers and rhinos, established a wildlife forensics lab |
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Wildlife Conservation Society India (WCS India) |
1985 |
Conserve wildlife and wild places, address human-wildlife conflict, promote sustainable livelihoods |
Research, community engagement, policy advocacy |
Non-governmental organization |
Big Cat Conservation, Counter Wildlife Trafficking, Marine Conservation |
Protected 15,000 km² of critical habitats, reduced wildlife trafficking cases, engaged with 200+ communities for conservation efforts |
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World Wildlife Fund India (WWF India) |
1969 |
Conserve biodiversity, promote sustainable development, mitigate climate change |
Conservation projects, environmental education, policy advocacy |
Non-governmental organization |
Tiger Conservation, Marine Conservation, Climate Change Mitigation |
Protected 45+ species, engaged with 500+ communities, implemented over 100 conservation projects |
|
Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) |
1986 |
Conduct forestry research, provide education, support policy formulation |
Research, education and training, advisory services |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Forest Research Institutes, Silviculture Research, Biodiversity Studies |
8 research institutes, 2,500+ research publications, training for 10,000+ forestry professionals |
|
Centre for Environmental Education (CEE) |
1984 |
Promote environmental education, raise awareness, foster sustainable development |
Educational programs, public awareness campaigns, capacity building |
Non-governmental organization |
Environmental Education in Schools, Community-based Projects, Public Awareness Campaigns |
Reached over 10 million students, implemented projects in 26 states, 500+ educational materials developed |
|
Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) |
1974 |
Conduct research in energy, environment, and sustainable development |
Research and development, policy advisory, capacity building |
Non-governmental organization |
Lighting a Billion Lives, Green India Initiative, Clean Energy Projects |
Lighting a Billion Lives impacted over 3 million lives, over 200,000 solar lanterns distributed, numerous clean energy projects implemented |
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Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) |
1996 |
Conduct ecological research, promote sustainable development, conserve biodiversity |
Research, community-based conservation, policy advocacy |
Non-governmental organization |
Western Ghats Program, Water and Soil Conservation, Biodiversity Monitoring |
Research on 500+ species, conservation projects in 20+ landscapes, engaged with 100+ local communities |
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Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON) |
1990 |
Conduct ornithological research, promote bird conservation, study natural history |
Research, conservation projects, education and outreach |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Avian Ecology Studies, Bird Monitoring Programs, Conservation of Wetlands |
Research on 500+ bird species, conservation projects in 50+ wetlands, training programs for 1,000+ students |
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Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) |
1980 |
Promote sustainable development, conduct environmental research, advocate for policy changes |
Research, public policy advocacy, capacity building |
Non-governmental organization |
Green Ratings Project, Air Pollution Control, Water Management |
Published 200+ research reports, trained 5,000+ environmental professionals, significant contributions to air and water policies |
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Foundation for Ecological Security (FES) |
2001 |
Restore ecological balance, enhance livelihoods, promote sustainable land management |
Community engagement, land restoration, sustainable agriculture |
Non-governmental organization |
Watershed Development, Common Land Management, Biodiversity Conservation |
Restored 10,000+ hectares of land, engaged 2,000+ communities, improved livelihoods for 1 million+ people |
|
Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF) |
1996 |
Conserve wildlife and habitats, conduct ecological research, engage local communities |
Research, conservation projects, community-based initiatives |
Non-governmental organization |
Western Ghats Conservation, Snow Leopard Project, Nature Education Programs |
Protected 5,000+ km² of critical habitats, research on 100+ species, reached 10,000+ students through education programs |
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Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) |
1982 |
Provide education and training in forest management, conduct research, support policy formulation |
Academic programs, research, capacity building |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Postgraduate Programs, Executive Training, Forest Management Research |
Graduated 2,500+ students, conducted 500+ research projects, trained 10,000+ professionals |
|
Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) |
2019 |
Promote disaster-resilient infrastructure, enhance global cooperation, support sustainable development |
Technical support, capacity building, research and knowledge exchange |
Government of India, in partnership with other countries and organizations |
Resilient Infrastructure Projects, Knowledge Sharing Platforms, Capacity Building Programs |
Engaged 25+ countries, conducted 50+ workshops and training programs, developed global best practices |
|
India Climate Collaborative (ICC) |
2019 |
Mobilize climate action, promote sustainable solutions, enhance collaboration |
Funding and grants, research and innovation, stakeholder engagement |
Non-governmental organization |
Climate Mitigation Projects, Research Initiatives, Public Awareness Campaigns |
Supported 100+ climate projects, engaged 200+ stakeholders, mobilized significant climate funding |
|
Climate Collective Foundation |
2016 |
Support climate startups, promote sustainable innovation, build climate resilience |
Incubation and acceleration, funding support, mentorship and networking |
Non-governmental organization |
Climate Launchpad, Clean Energy Initiatives, Sustainable Agriculture Programs |
Incubated 50+ climate startups, organized 30+ events and competitions, raised over $5 million for climate solutions |
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The Rainmatter Foundation |
2016 |
Support environmental sustainability, promote ecological balance, enhance community resilience |
Grant-making, ecosystem restoration, community engagement |
Non-governmental organization |
Agroforestry Projects, Water Conservation Initiatives, Sustainable Livelihood Programs |
Funded 30+ environmental projects, restored 1,000+ hectares of degraded land, improved livelihoods for 5,000+ families |
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ReefWatch Marine Conservation |
1993 |
Conserve marine biodiversity, promote sustainable marine practices, raise awareness |
Marine research, conservation projects, public education |
Non-governmental organization |
Coral Reef Restoration, Marine Protected Areas, Education and Outreach Programs |
Restored 10+ coral reefs, established 5 marine protected areas, reached 10,000+ people through education programs |
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Environment Support Group (ESG) |
1996 |
Promote environmental and social justice, engage in public interest litigation, advocate for sustainable development |
Legal advocacy, community engagement, research and education |
Non-governmental organization |
Public Interest Litigation, Environmental Education, Community Development Projects |
Filed 100+ legal cases, engaged 10,000+ community members, published 50+ research reports |
|
Aaranyak |
1989 |
Conserve biodiversity, conduct scientific research, promote sustainable livelihoods |
Wildlife research, community-based conservation, capacity building |
Non-governmental organization |
Manas Tiger Conservation, Community Conservation Programs, Research on Endangered Species |
Conducted research on 100+ species, protected 500+ km² of critical habitats, engaged 20,000+ community members |
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Centre for Environment and Energy Development (CEED) |
2012 |
Promote clean energy, enhance climate resilience, advocate for sustainable development |
Research and advocacy, clean energy projects, capacity building |
Non-governmental organization |
Clean Energy Advocacy, Climate Resilience Projects, Renewable Energy Research |
Installed 100+ renewable energy systems, engaged 50+ policy makers, published 30+ research papers |
|
Indian Youth Climate Network (IYCN) |
2008 |
Mobilize youth for climate action, raise awareness, advocate for sustainable policies |
Youth engagement, climate education, policy advocacy |
Non-governmental organization |
Climate Leadership Programs, Policy Advocacy Campaigns, Public Awareness Events |
Engaged 20,000+ youth, conducted 200+ events, collaborated with 50+ organizations |
|
Srushtidnyan |
1999 |
Promote environmental education, raise awareness about biodiversity conservation, engage communities in sustainable practices |
Educational programs, community outreach, biodiversity conservation projects |
Non-governmental organization |
Environmental Education Programs, Biodiversity Workshops, Community Conservation Projects |
Reached 30,000+ students, conducted 500+ workshops, published 100+ educational materials |
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Sundarbans Tiger Reserve Foundation |
2008 |
Conserve tigers and their habitat, support community development, enhance anti-poaching efforts |
Habitat restoration, community engagement, anti-poaching initiatives |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Tiger Conservation Projects, Community Development Programs, Anti-Poaching Patrols |
Protected 2,500 km² of tiger habitat, reduced poaching incidents by 30%, engaged 15,000+ community members |
|
Ek Prithvi |
2016 |
Foster environmental stewardship among students, promote sustainable living, support ecological education |
School programs, eco-clubs, educational materials |
WWF India |
School-Based Environmental Education Programs, Eco-Club Activities, Teacher Training Workshops |
Engaged 100+ schools, reached 50,000+ students, trained 500+ teachers |
|
Clean Air Initiative |
2019 |
Improve air quality, reduce pollution levels, promote sustainable practices |
Air quality monitoring, public awareness, policy advocacy |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
City-specific action plans, public campaigns, pollution control measures |
Target to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 levels by 20-30% by 2024, implemented in 122 cities |
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Plastic Tide Turners Challenge |
2019 |
Reduce plastic pollution, raise awareness, promote sustainable alternatives |
Youth engagement, community action, educational programs |
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) |
Beach clean-ups, educational workshops, plastic waste audits |
Engaged 200,000+ youth globally, organized 500+ clean-up events, removed tons of plastic waste |
|
Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) |
2022 |
Promote sustainable living, reduce environmental impact, foster climate resilience |
Public awareness, sustainable lifestyle practices, policy advocacy |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Public campaigns, sustainable lifestyle initiatives, educational programs |
Aimed at influencing 1 billion people globally, launched multiple public campaigns, collaborated with international organizations |
|
Project Dolphin |
2020 |
Conserve and protect dolphin populations, restore aquatic habitats, promote community participation |
Habitat restoration, anti-poaching efforts, community engagement |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
River dolphin conservation projects, public awareness campaigns, habitat monitoring |
Target to protect and restore habitats for river dolphins in 8 states, significant reduction in poaching incidents |
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Project Lion |
2020 |
Conserve and protect lion populations, enhance habitat quality, mitigate human-lion conflict |
Habitat improvement, community involvement, scientific research |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Habitat restoration projects, conflict mitigation strategies, population monitoring |
Target to increase lion population by 30%, improved habitat quality in Gir National Park, reduced human-lion conflicts |
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National Action Plan on Climate Change and Health |
2018 |
Address health impacts of climate change, enhance resilience of health systems |
Climate-resilient health infrastructure, early warning systems, capacity building |
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
Climate-resilient health infrastructure projects, health risk assessments |
Comprehensive risk assessment for 12 climate-sensitive diseases, health infrastructure upgrades in 10 states |
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Project RE-HAB (Reducing Elephant-Human Attacks using Bees) |
2020 |
Mitigate human-elephant conflict, protect both humans and elephants, promote sustainable coexistence |
Use of bee fences, community involvement, monitoring and evaluation |
Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) |
Installation of bee fences, community training programs, conflict monitoring |
Installed 100+ bee fences, reduced elephant attacks by 80%, engaged 1,000+ community members |
|
Jal Jeevan Mission |
2019 |
Provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections |
Infrastructure development, water quality monitoring, community engagement |
Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Installation of tap connections, water quality testing, public awareness campaigns |
Target to provide tap connections to 190 million households by 2024, over 50 million households connected as of 2021 |
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Namami Gange Programme |
2014 |
Rejuvenate the Ganga River, control pollution, promote sustainable development |
Sewage treatment plants, riverfront development, biodiversity conservation |
Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Establishment of STPs, afforestation projects, industrial effluent management |
Allocated ₹20,000 crore, 318 projects sanctioned, improvement in water quality at 4,465 monitoring locations |
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Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) |
2016 |
Provide LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households, reduce indoor air pollution |
Distribution of LPG connections, awareness programs, financial support |
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas |
Distribution of LPG cylinders, training for safe usage, public awareness campaigns |
Provided 80 million LPG connections, reduced household air pollution, improved health outcomes |
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Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) |
2014 |
Eliminate open defecation, improve solid and liquid waste management, promote cleanliness |
Construction of toilets, behaviour change communication, waste management systems |
Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Construction of household and community toilets, solid and liquid waste management projects |
Declared 6 lakh+ villages open defecation free, constructed 110 million toilets, significant reduction in open defecation |
|
Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABHY) |
2019 |
Improve groundwater management, ensure sustainable groundwater usage, enhance water availability |
Groundwater management plans, community participation, water use efficiency |
Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Preparation of groundwater management plans, capacity building for stakeholders |
Implemented in 7 states, coverage of 8,350 gram panchayats, budget allocation of ₹6,000 crore |
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National Solar Mission |
2010 |
Promote solar energy, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, achieve energy security |
Solar power generation, R&D, policy and regulatory support |
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) |
Installation of solar power plants, solar rooftop programs, research on solar technologies |
Target to achieve 100 GW of solar capacity by 2022, installed capacity of 40 GW as of 2021, significant reduction in carbon emissions |
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Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) |
2015 |
Promote energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, provide affordable lighting |
Distribution of LED bulbs, energy-efficient appliances, public awareness |
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) |
Distribution of LED bulbs and tubelights, awareness campaigns |
Distributed over 367 million LED bulbs, saved 47 billion kWh of energy annually, reduced carbon emissions by 38 million tons per year |
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National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC) |
2015 |
Support climate adaptation projects, enhance resilience of vulnerable communities |
Funding for adaptation projects, capacity building, policy support |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Climate adaptation projects in agriculture, water, forestry, and coastal areas |
Funded 30+ adaptation projects, benefitted over 5 million people, allocated ₹850 crore |
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Zero Effect, Zero Defect (ZED) |
2016 |
Promote manufacturing excellence, minimize environmental impact, enhance product quality |
Quality certification, capacity building, financial incentives |
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) |
ZED certification for MSMEs, training and workshops, financial support |
Over 23,000 MSMEs registered, 10,000+ MSMEs received ZED certification, improved product quality and reduced environmental impact |
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Catch the Rain Campaign |
2021 |
Conserve rainwater, enhance groundwater recharge, promote water harvesting |
Rainwater harvesting structures, community engagement, public awareness |
Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Construction of water harvesting structures, awareness campaigns, capacity building |
Implemented in 700+ districts, constructed 2 million+ rainwater harvesting structures, increased groundwater levels |
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Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (KUSUM) |
2019 |
Promote solar energy in agriculture, reduce dependency on diesel, enhance farmers' income |
Installation of solar pumps, solarization of grid-connected pumps, small solar power plants |
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) |
Installation of solar pumps, solar power plants for farmers, financial support |
Target to install 2 million solar pumps, solarize 1.5 million grid-connected pumps, increase farmers' income by 20-30% |
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Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) |
2020 |
Enhance fish production, improve infrastructure, promote sustainable aquaculture |
Infrastructure development, technology infusion, market linkages |
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
Fish production enhancement, infrastructure modernization, livelihood support |
Target to increase fish production to 22 million metric tons by 2024-25, allocated ₹20,050 crore, aims to double fishers' income |
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Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) |
2018 |
Develop fisheries infrastructure, enhance fish production, improve post-harvest management |
Funding support, infrastructure development, capacity building |
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
Establishment of fishing harbors, cold chain development, modernization of processing units |
Fund size of ₹7,522 crore, target to increase fish production by 20%, significant improvement in post-harvest infrastructure |
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National Mission on Sustainable Habitat |
2010 |
Promote sustainable urban planning, enhance energy efficiency, improve waste management |
Urban planning guidelines, energy-efficient buildings, waste management practices |
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs |
Promotion of green buildings, waste management projects, urban planning reforms |
Implemented in 100+ cities, reduced energy consumption in urban areas, improved urban waste management practices |
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National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE) |
2010 |
Promote energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, support energy-saving projects |
Energy efficiency measures, market-based mechanisms, capacity building |
Ministry of Power, Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) |
Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) Scheme, Energy Efficiency Financing Platform (EEFP) |
Target to save 10 million TOE (tons of oil equivalent) by 2022, energy savings of 8.67 million TOE achieved, reduction of 87 million tons of CO2 emissions |
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Solid Waste Management Rules |
2016 |
Ensure proper management of solid waste, promote recycling, reduce landfill use |
Source segregation, waste processing, landfill management |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Waste segregation at source, composting and recycling initiatives, landfill management |
Coverage of 4,041 urban local bodies, target to process 100% of solid waste, significant improvement in waste management practices |