Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework (CSCAF) 2.0

Topics Covered: Conservation related issues.

Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework (CSCAF) 2.0:

Context:

Launched recently by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).

What is CSCAF?

• CSCAF initiative intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India.
• The objective of CSCAF is to provide a clear roadmap for cities towards combating Climate Change while planning and implementing their actions, including investments.
• The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is supporting MoHUA in implementation of CSCAF.

The framework has 28 indicators across five categories namely:

1. Energy and Green Buildings.
2. Urban Planning, Green Cover & Biodiversity.
3. Mobility and Air Quality.
4. Water Management.
5. Waste Management.

InstaLinks:

Prelims Link:

1. CSCAF has been launched by?
2. Implementation. 
3. Overview of the Framework.

Sources: pib.