City-specific Zero Carbon plan

Facts for Prelims (FFP)

 

Source: Deccan Herald

  

Context: Nagpur has initiated India’s first city-specific Zero Carbon Buildings Action Plan (ZCBAP), aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions from buildings by 2050.

  • The plan covers public buildings, affordable housing, commercial buildings, and homes, focusing on decarbonization and sustainable development.
  • Developed by Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) and Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City Development Corporation Limited (NSSCDCL), with support from international partners, the ZCBAP aligns with India’s climate goals and global commitments.
  • It addresses GHG emissions reduction through building materials, design, construction, management, and deconstruction, targeting a significant portion of Nagpur’s energy consumption and emissions.