India’s Climate Performance Assessed in Latest Global CCPI Report

India’s climate performance has been evaluated in the newly released Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2026, published at the UN COP30 Summit. The country now stands at 23rd position with a score of 61.31 among 63 nations and the European Union. Although this represents a drop from last year, the assessment highlights India’s continued commitment to climate action through formal strategies, renewable energy expansion, and long-standing efficiency measures such as BEE labelling and the PAT mechanism. The report acknowledges India’s major progress in renewable energy deployment, supported by competitive auctions and falling tariffs. In 2025, India announced it had already reached 50% of installed power capacity from non-fossil sources well before its 2030 NDC target. Additionally, ongoing work on green finance, carbon markets, and clean energy expansion has been noted positively by experts. However, the CCPI also points out key challenges, particularly the continued reliance on coal. India currently lacks a national timeline for coal phase-down, and new coal mining blocks are still being auctioned. Experts recommend establishing clear long-term sectoral milestones and redirecting fossil fuel subsidies toward community-level renewable systems. The report also stresses the importance of ensuring that renewable energy development is socially inclusive. It notes that some large-scale projects have led to land conflicts and environmental concerns. The CCPI suggests stronger safeguards, better consultation with affected communities, and a structured roadmap for a just and equitable transition across sectors and states.