Owing to its potential, the Government of India recognizes Blue Economy as one of the ten core dimensions of group under its Vision for New India by 2030. Image Courtesy: Pixabay The term ‘blue economy’ as defined by the World Bank is the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs while preserving the health of ocean ecosystems. In the Indian context, blue economy means several economic opportunities emerging from the ocean & marine ecosystems. Generally, blue economy synthesizes four broad aspects including food security, water resources and conservation, livelihoods, and climate change mitigation. To give a quantified outlook, India with an over 7,500-km long coastline is the third largest fish producing and second largest aquaculture fish producing country in the world. Owing to its potential, the Government of India recognizes Blue Economy as one of the ten core dimensions of group under its Vision for New India by 2030. India’s blue economy strategy and framework can leverage not only economic benefits but also contribute to building climate resilience and mitigation through innovative & environmental consciousness. The Draft policy framework on India’s Blue Economy as presented by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister in 2020, focused on developing blue economy legislation and enhanced capacities as medium term goals. The draft also mooted for the creation of a National Accounting Framework for collection of data and scientific collaboration for specific tools & technologies and establishment of a maritime development fund. Image Courtesy: Pixabay Another important aspect of the policy framework mentioned coastal tourism, highlighting significant potential along with the need to apply the carrying capacity of coastal ecosystems especially in fragile island territories. For example, it argued for the establishment of impact assessments to map tourist arrivals, infrastructure, and major attractions along with benchmarking standards such as eco-labelling, sustainability procedures and waste management systems for beaches. Key Sectors of the Blue Economy Blue economy in India covers many sectors & industries. At current, the blue economy in India account for roughly 4% of the GDP. Among the exhaustively long list of sectors that are fundamental in improving the blue economy mechanism of the country are water transport, fishery & aquaculture, mineral exploration, coastal management & governance. Shipbuilding and shipping are also important aspects of blue economy in India. Image Courtesy: Pixabay Fisheries sector is one of the most important sectors that contributes not only to the economy and livelihoods but also to food security in the country. The fishing industry in India remains heavily dependent on capturing fish for its 11 million metric tonne supply which however does not match the growing demand of about 18 million metric tonnes for fish. Mariculture is a specialized branch of aquaculture which uses captive breeding and mass production technologies for high-value marine fish species. Currently, marine aquaculture remains limited in practice in India. Another practice of saline water aquaculture traditionally practiced in West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, and Tamil Nadu called Brackish water fish farming is also on the rise in the country. The government set up an action plan for Mission Brackish Water/Saline Aquaculture in 2017.  In its plan, the government identified additional states such as Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Haryana, Punjab, Goa, and Gujarat for implementation of the practice. A key sector highlighted by the government’s draft policy on Blue Economy is that of Marine Tourism   which aims to use the example of European Union to develop its maritime and coastal tourism sector. The EU Communication had addressed some key challenges of improving knowledge through specific indicators and addressing volatile tourism demand. It thus provided a blueprint to focus on tourism in a fragile ecosystem with environmental pressures. Challenges and Opportunities Adopting a blueprint from the EU comes with its own challenges of understanding localized challenges for India. Much of the blue economy is directly connected to the coastal communities, their practices, livelihoods, and direct impacts from climate change. Thus, it is also important to consider their specific needs & demands in incorporating a policy framework. When discussing the blue economy, it is important to find a balance between taking advantage of the opportunities as well as recognizing the threat to ocean resources due to economic exploitations. Some of the direct challenges are climate change and marine pollution that affect the fishing industry. Enabling tourism can also add to the already aggravating issue of pollution. On the other hand, the blue economy also provides ample resources for India’s renewable energy exploration. The offshore wind energy sector which is being facilitated by the government with projects across Tamil Nadu gives a great opportunity for exploration & use of ocean energy and sea-bed leasing. In conclusion, while the Blue Economy holds great potential for India across sectors and multiple opportunities to harness the vast maritime resources for sustainable growth. However, there is a need for integration of innovative solutions, international cooperation, inclusive policies as well as a well-formed regulatory framework to propel the Blue Economy in India. Author: Anusha Arif is a research associate at the Social Policy Research Foundation (SPRF), New Delhi. Her work mainly focuses on climate change and sustainability. She is a policy researcher and lawyer with an LL.M. in Environment Law. Anusha aims to bring valuable insight into climate change policy and related areas by addressing the world's complex challenges through her work.

Photo Courtesy: Pixabay The 28th UN Climate Conference (COP28) unfolded as a familiar spectacle of diplomatic theatrics, where the urgency of addressing climate change once again collided with the business-as-usual approach. The conference kicked off with seemingly landmark decisions, including the operationalization of the Loss and Damage Fund, backed by around US$ 800 million from developed nations. The result of the first Global Stocktake, a key outcome of the 2015 Paris Agreement, extended its discussions, eventually yielding the ‘UAE Consensus’ that marked the first UN climate deal to mention 'fossil fuels.' Despite these developments, the reality check from the Global Stocktake revealed that the world is far from achieving climate targets. The data collected underscored the inadequacy of current climate actions, with the ominous conclusion that the world is nowhere close to limiting global warming below 2 degrees Celsius, let alone the more ambitious 1.5 degrees. The Loss and Damage Fund, initially touted as progress, raised eyebrows with its US$ 800 million commitment, falling way short of the US$ 100 billion annually that the developed nations had committed to provide developing countries after the Paris Agreement. Adaptation finance discussions also fell short, with a much-weakened commitment to bridge the financial gap. Climate finance, a long-standing issue since Paris, continued to follow the same pattern of indecision. The procrastination in setting a new collective quantified goal, now pushed beyond 2025, showcased a lack of urgency in providing adequate resources for climate initiatives. The discussion on carbon markets, governed by Article 6, continued to achieve challenges, with political disagreements hindering progress. The just transition concept acknowledged the socio-economic impacts of climate change but struggled to address systemic inequalities. Concerns were raised about carbon sinks as well as carbon capture and storage, with many initiatives posing risks of greenwashing and ecosystem transformation. Nature conservation received limited attention, despite its potential as a solution, with investments in harmful activities far exceeding those in nature-based solutions. Photo Courtesy: Pexels On a slightly positive note, businesses showed increasing interest in climate initiatives, as exemplified by the UAE's announcement of the ALTÉRRA fund. However, the overall sentiment remained cautious, with hopes pinned on subsequent COPs for more substantial progress. Amid the cynicism, some silver linings emerged, such as the inclusion of language on fossil fuels and the growing capacity of renewable energy. Adaptation secured a permanent seat at the table, emphasizing the role of science in shaping future climate policies. The conference's outcome left an impression of incremental progress but underscored the need for more sincere and tangible actions to address the looming climate crisis. While striving to build momentum around the positive outcomes, we must ultimately call for an honest acknowledgment of humanity's role in climate change and the urgency for genuine response. About the Author: Parth Joshi is a Climate Reality Leader at The Climate Reality Project Foundation. He is also the National Livelihoods Specialist, SECURE Himalaya at UNDP. He is an enthusiastic expeditioner/ mountaineer, and a nature and wildlife photographer.

A Promise for a Resilient Future for Women, Children and Adolescents on Climate Action and Health Photo Courtesy: Markus Spiske, Pexels The world witnessed an important first for UNFCCC COP28: a dedicated Health Day that saw the agreement of a Climate and Health Declaration signed by over 120 Member States. This development comes as the negotiations for the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) on climate change continue to unfold in Dubai. The global health community is buzzing with excitement at this extraordinary promise, which represents a huge step forward in recognizing and addressing the crucial connection between health and climate change. With that mesmerizing achievement, I, Tasnia Ahmed, joined the session as a speaker on ‘Delivering changes by institutionalizing youth participation’ at the Climate Live pavilion by Climate Forward Global, NDC findings presentation in the sessions, followed by the process of Bangladesh factsheet development on climate and SRHR, by UNFPA and session speaker at networking workshop by women and gender constituency. She was also interviewed by the Africa News on sharing the climax of climate and SRHR. Moreover, she joined the climate reality networking reception with the climate reality alumnus. “While the COP28 Climate and Health Declaration does not formally refer to women's, children's, and adolescent health (WCAH), it is important for us to continue advocating for the explicit recognition of the disproportionate impacts of climate change on these diversified vulnerable groups as this remains crucial for effective, just and equitable gender solutions to climate action, and to protect health”, says Tasnia Ahmed, Climate Reality leader, PMNCH Adolescent and Youth Constituency Member,  SERAC Bangladesh Program Manager and UNFPA Joint Youth Working Group on SRHR and Climate Change COP28 Delegate, “Let us not forget that climate change is the biggest intergenerational injustice of our times. We need to be engaged in the decision-making affecting our future.” Climate change is the greatest intergenerational injustice of our times, and we have no time to waste. The aim will not just remain a statement but that governments deliver on their obligations and drive transformative change in each country to ensure better, just, and equitable integration of health considerations into climate policy processes, and of climate considerations across health policy agendas. There is an unbreakable relationship between gender equality, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and climate change in terms of consideration of young demands. To effectively address climate change, build resilience, and promote climate justice, SRHR is essential and it must be promoted so that extra resources have been allocated especially for vulnerable communities. Photo Courtesy: Markus Spiske For investors, climate change is a significant source of both opportunity and risk. to reach the CO2 stabilization level that is deemed to be reasonably safe, and also secured for pregnant mothers as salinity is increased in climate-prone areas and polluted air makes it clumsier and a barrier to healthy life. So, investment in climate and SRHR can be the source of empowerment for women. So only .76 finding is not enough where capacity building for women, more advocacy and power authority must be created for young women and adolescent girls. Collaboration and multidisciplinary partnerships are urged, so that SRHR integration can be considered at the country level to global level and disaster policy programs. Gender and reproductive health rights must be addressed in the national plan of action and youth integration is a must for policy and operational plan development so that insights have been shared with full attention. About the Author: Tasnia Ahmed is a youth development expert on public health and climate action working for 7 years professionally and over a decade of volunteerism. She is working as a Program Manager at SERAC. She is heavily involved with the UNFPA Youth Task-force Committee on Population, SRHR, and Climate Action; NDC Reviewer; serves as CSO Asia Representative of the GFF-CSCG steering committee, Country Coordinator of Global South Coalition of Dignified Menstruation, Representative of the International Youth Alliance of Family Planning-Bangladesh, WORTH fellow on Climate Action and Women Empowerment, and Fellow of Climate Reality Leadership Program. She trained up to 13,000 youths and adolescents on leadership, and comprehensive sexuality education, and collected endorsements from 27 Parliament Members to seek support for it. She has spearheaded projects with USAID, Pathfinder International, Plan-International, Rutgers, IPPF, PAI, Dance4Life, Global Affairs Canada, PRB, HealthBridge Foundation of Canada, Nuffic, KIT, and Share-net International. She received the Special Mention Award (Youth Activist) at the Women Leadership Summit 2018. She has represented young people at several international meetings and conferences including COP28, COP27, Women Deliver 2023, Co-Creation Conference 2022, Girls not Brides Global Meeting, COP26, African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development, WHO Youth Town Hall, World Youth Summit 2021 (Online), Regional Climate Summit 2023, 10th Asia Pacific Conference on Reproductive, Sexual Health and Rights, SRHR Knowledge Fair, and International Association for Adolescent Health (IAAH). She is also mobilizing young activists in Bangladesh to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition and advocate for it at both the local and national levels. She is the national coordinator of the Youth Coalition of Climate Justice (YCCJ) in Bangladesh and facilitates 27 civil society organizations for climate action. She is the Global Vice-versa Champion.

WELCOME TO THE CLIMATE PROJECT FOUNDATION OUR CLIMATE IS CHANGING, SO SHOULD WE | TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Human caused climate change is one of the biggest, most pervasive threats in the world and South Asia is amongst the most vulnerable region to impacts of climate change. Now, the onus is on us to act and mitigate the impacts of climate change for a better future for the upcoming generations. We believe that the simplest path to act on climate change is by collective committed actions however small. We have strategically aligned all our initiatives in order to create awareness, mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change and create leaders of the future who will be taking the baton fighting the cause. Our programmes and initiatives like Green Campus Program, Tree Plantation, Water Conservation, Teachers’ Training Program, all have been developed keeping the same in view. “Solving the climate crisis is within our grasp, but we need people like you to stand up and act” - AL GORE OUR IMPACTS 11000+ Teachers Trained 1500+ Climate Reality Leaders in India & South Asia 200000+ Trees Planted 45000+ Climate Reality Leaders, Globally YOUTH FOR EARTH 2024 We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new edition of our Youth for Earth program, designed to empower and mobilize young leaders in the fight against climate change. As the world grapples with urgent environmental challenges, it has become increasingly clear that the voices and actions of young people are indispensable in driving meaningful change. ​ Youth for Earth is a dynamic initiative that harnesses the passion, creativity, and innovation of youth to address pressing environmental issues. Through a combination of education, advocacy, and hands-on projects, participants gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become effective agents of change in their communities, campus and beyond. ​ If you're a young person passionate about making a difference for the planet, we invite you to join us for this exciting journey! Together, let's unleash the power of youth to create a more sustainable and resilient world for future generations. Join us in the Youth for Earth program and be part of the solution! Know More Register now WEBINAR ON WORLD WETLANDS DAY A webinar was organized by The Climate Project Foundation on 2nd February to celebrate World Wetlands Day. The objective of the webinar was to discuss the reasons behind diminishing wetlands, impacts of climate change and the solutions that can be implemented to conserve, protect & restore them. We received a whooping 700+ registrations for the webinar and more than 530 of them joined the webinar. The majority of the participants were youth which shows the interest that the present generation is taking towards understanding the issues and solutions. We had eminent speakers joining us for the session. Mr. Raj Mohan, National Coordinator, Reforestation, The Climate Project Foundation, highlighted the need for conservation of wetlands and how it will affect the ecosystem if it keeps on diminishing. Ms. Sumaiyah Mamun, Climate Reality Leader and expert on Urban Planning, talked about the restoration methods, green initiatives and adaptation and mitigation for wetland conservation. The webinar culminated with an interactive session of questions and answers with the experts and vote of thanks by Dr. Sakshi Grover, Environment Consultant, The Climate Project Foundation. EVENTS Climate Reality Leaders Meet - Nepal Sun, 28 Apr Hotel Tibet International 28 Apr 2024, 9:00 am Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal 28 Apr 2024, 9:00 am Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal Learn more Principals' Conclave - Nepal Mon, 29 Apr Hotel Tibet International 29 Apr 2024, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal 29 Apr 2024, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Hotel Tibet International, P9C5+4R3, Boudha Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal Learn more Webinar on World Wetlands Day Fri, 02 Feb Zoom 02 Feb 2024, 11:30 am Zoom 02 Feb 2024, 11:30 am Zoom Wetlands and Human Wellbeing Details CLIMATE ACTION STORIES 8800 KILOMETRES ON BIODIESEL By CRL Avinash Narayanswamy Worldwide, biodiesel has slowly but surely gained importance as a green alternative to petroleum diesel & is thus being accepted as an environmentally friendly fuel. However, in spite of closely being related to petroleum diesel in terms of physical & chemical properties, biodiesel continues to be sidelined in many parts of the world & especially in India mainly due to various reasons such as pricing, availability & warranty on the engine & other parts of the car not being covered when switched to biodiesel from petroleum diesel. Read More BLOGS Smruti Mar 20 India’s Blue Economy Potential & Draft Policy Framework Owing to its potential, the Government of India recognizes Blue Economy as one of the ten core dimensions of group under its Vision for... Smruti Feb 29 COP28 from the Lenses of Parth Joshi: Seeking Sincerity Amid Diplomatic Theatrics Photo Courtesy: Pixabay The 28th UN Climate Conference (COP28) unfolded as a familiar spectacle of diplomatic theatrics, where the... 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The Climate Reality Project India Newsletter (Nov-Dec) 2022 Our newsletter will provide updates from our programs, our fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making difference and how each one of us can act to solve the crisis. And, we would love to know your story and act of leadership, because every action does matter. MOU Signed with Chitkara University and International Schools On 16th November 2022, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) signed an MOU with two Chitkara International Schools and Chitkara University. ​ ​Chitkara International School stakeholders, Dr. Niyati Chitkara, Director of Chitkara International Schools, Chandigarh and Panchkula, signed the MoU with TCPF, which was executed in the Chandigarh school campus in the presence of Mr Aditya Pundir, Director – India & South Asia, TCPF and Ms. Rekha Lalla, Green School Programme Manager, TCPF. Another MOU was signed at the Chitkara College of Education, and in collaboration with Chitkara School of Psychology by Dr. Madhu. A counselling session, “an Expert Talk on Understanding the Climate Crises" was also organised. Paryavaran Rakshak Programme - A Nukkad Natak Competition As a part of its annual flagship event, GRIHA Summit 2022 (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment), GRIHA Council organized “Paryavaran Rakshak Programme, a Nukkad Natak Competition” in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) with an objective to highlight the needs of involvement of students in sustainable development. ​The 14th GRIHA Summit was held on December 15th -16th, 2022 at the India Habitat Center, New Delhi. It anchored on the theme, “Towards Net Positive Habitats”. Ms Rekha Lalla, Manager – Green Campus Program, TCPF participated in the event and also served as a “Jury Member” for Nukkad Nataks that were presented in the prelude days of the summit, i.e. on November 18, 2022 at the Open Amphitheatre (OAT), India Habitat Centre. Nukkad Natak competition was based on the theme “Earth ko Anarth se Bachaye”. Save Aravalli Walk “Save Aravalli Walk” took place on 27th November 2022. The walk started with an orientation from Mr. Jitender Bhadana, co - founder of Save Aravalli Trust, about the richness of biodiversity in the area and also threw light on the waste management practices currently followed by people and how it is finding its last resting place in the Aravalli’s, unfortunately as they are the only open spaces available in the NCR belt. ​ The 6-kilometres trail got to an exciting start with an identification quiz of local vs vilayati ‘kikar’ that was introduced some decades ago which created imbalance with local flora and fauna. Goats, cows, camels and other animals eat desi kikar leaves fondly leaving other variants totally untouched, hence its abundance. Moreover, the thorny bushes are a threat to wildlife as well with reported injuries to leopard cubs, deers and other bird species. Beautiful viewpoints/ selfie points came on the way as elevation was gained, including the beautiful cactus garden and the group-built comradeship among fellow trekkers, some of whom were as young as eighty years old. ​ ​The discussions were also held about proposing a site for garbage in Bandwari, which is witnessing some resistance as it is releasing leachate into the soil threating the soil quality and water bodies. Bhavesh Swami, Lead Clean Energy and Engagement, The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF) shared how TCPF is bringing positive change in the society by empowering schools and colleges. The walk saw 100+ participants. Cleanliness Drive in Pune A “Cleanliness Drive Campaign” was organized in Viman Nagar, Pune with the help of youth. The drive aimed at generating awareness amongst the community to bring out clean initiatives in the locality. ​ ​It was conducted as a part of Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). Along with the representatives from Adar Poonawalla, 100+ students from Symbiosis University were present in the event. The drive resulted in the collection of 300 kgs waste from the trail. Webinar on National Energy Conservation Day An online seminar on the eve of National Energy Conservation Day was held on 14th December 2022 to commemorate the National Energy Conservation Day 2022 with the theme “Energy Conservation in India 2022: Present and Future Trends.” The webinar was organized by Chitkara University and Association of Professional Social Workers & Development Practitioners (APSWDP) in partnership with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). The webinar was driven to talk about the understanding of energy conservation and restoration, the way forward for future trends in energy usage patterns. Mr. Bhavesh Swami, Lead Clean Energy and Engagements, TCPF, delivered a talk about what energy is and built a holistic viewpoint onto its world perspective and importance for a country like India. He threw light on what student community should be doing to be more aware in their daily lives and how small ‘driven’ actions taken individually at home or at school/university level can bring a drastic change. An interactive question and answer session was conducted with 50+ students joined the session and asked very practical questions to understand the changes they collectively need to take up as students and as groups to make a shift towards sustainable energy sources. Green Jobs Conclave 2022 On 15th December 2022, The Green Jobs conclave was held at the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation & Adar Poonawalla Clean City and ExploreiT. It was organized to enlighten the students about Green Jobs and how they can plan their career in this domain. The Conclave started with the national anthem followed by the hosts giving a brief about the theme of the conclave. ​The session was organized to help the participants in building their knowledge around green economy, green careers, and green courses with experts from various colleges/universities offering allied courses. Additionally, they were also elaborated about the required skillsets. Dr. Adya Sharma, the director of SCMS Pune and the academic host for the event, addressed the audience and facilitated the guest panel. A Workshop on Green Campus Program in Gyan Anant Vidyalaya On 3rd December, a workshop was conducted in the Gyan Aanant Vidyalaya by Mobius Foundation in collaboration with The Climate Project Foundation (TCPF). The objective of the session was to introduce the teachers to our Green Campus Program so that they can carry out the audit in their premises, while explaining the audit to the Green Campus Committee. ​ ​Ms. Rekha Lalla, Manager – Green Campus Program, TCPF hosted the workshop. She conducted workshops for all 40 teachers present there and gave them ideas to use the resources present in the school campus to connect students to the environment. The teachers were divided into 7 groups-Air, Water, Waste, Energy, Biodiversity, Climate innovation and Community Outreach to work with a group of students to do the audit of their existing school infrastructure. They were shown videos and work of other schools too. ​ Teachers of each group will now have an online workshop with Mrs. Rekha Lalla to understand the process of audit and their respective topic. 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