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In conversation with India Energy Hour, Dr. Aditi Mukherji, Principal Researcher, takes a deep dive into the importance of water security in India's climate adaptation efforts, emphasizing the significance of solar irrigation, the Kusum project, and the need for policy coherence and cooperation in addressing climate resilience challenges.

The India Energy Hour

A recent conversation between Shreya Jai and Dr. Aditi Mukherji highlights critical issues surrounding water security and climate adaptation in India. Dr. Mukherji, an expert in water resource management, underscores the importance of water in climate adaptation and discusses India's challenges in addressing these issues. She also delves into the outcomes of COP26 and emphasizes the need for greater cooperation, both domestically and internationally, to ensure water security in vulnerable regions. Furthermore, she provides insights into India's "Har Ghar Jal" mission and its potential impact on providing tap water to all households.

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In conversation with India Energy Hour, Chandni Singh, Senior Researcher, Indian Institute for Human Settlements, takes a deep dive into India's climate adaptation challenge calls for holistic, inclusive strategies that balance development with long-term climate resilience, amid concerns of fragmented, short-term solutions and unintended consequences.

The India Energy Hour

The recent IPCC report unequivocally confirms that climate change affects every aspect of our world, including India, posing a substantial threat. This blog post explores insights from experts Shreya Jai and Chandni Singh's conversation on climate adaptation in India and maladaptation, emphasizing the need for comprehensive, long-term solutions.

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In conversation with India Energy Hour, Ulka Kelkar, Director of the Climate Program of World Resources Institute, takes a deep dive into India's climate action plans

The India Energy Hour

In a recent podcast discussion, Ulka Kelkar, an economist with a wealth of experience in climate and environmental issues, offered profound insights into India's climate action plans. While the headlines often focus on ambitious climate goals and large-scale mitigation efforts, this article delves deeper into Kelkar's discussion with Shreya Jai, exploring the broader context of climate change mitigation and adaptation, urban planning, the challenges faced by rural communities, and the path forward for India's climate policies.

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In conversation with India Energy Hour, Aditya Valiathan Pillai from the Centre for Policy Research, says Heat Action Plans are a good start but they need to be effectively implemented.

The India Energy Hour

Heatwaves in India have become more frequent, intense, and longer-lasting. This increase can be attributed to the larger problem of global warming and climate change. Rising greenhouse gas emissions have led to a rise in average global temperatures, which directly contribute to the occurrence and severity of heat waves. In order to understand the importance of Heat Action Plans and the implications of extreme weather, we spoke to Aditya Valiathan Pillai, a fellow with the Initiative for Climate, Energy and Environment (ICEE) at the Centre for Policy Research (CPR). His current work focuses on strengthening policies to combat extreme heat.

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