Reducing Emissions from Unmitigated Fuel Use

This webinar marks the launch of a new study on reducing emissions from unmitigated fuel use in the Indo-Gangetic Plain (IGP)—one of the most polluted regions in the world. Drawing on detailed district-level analysis from Ludhiana and Varanasi, the session will present first-of-its-kind evidence on how unregulated fuel use across industry, households, commerce, agriculture, and informal activities contributes to PM₂.₅ pollution. The findings quantify emissions, identify major sectoral sources, and outline the scale of reductions achievable through targeted mitigation pathways up to 2035—highlighting significant opportunities for air quality and climate action across the Indo-Gangetic Plain.

The webinar will discuss key insights from the study, including priority emission sources, district-specific mitigation potential, and pathways for achieving substantial pollution reductions. It is relevant for policymakers, regulators, urban and environmental planners, industry stakeholders, researchers, and civil society organisations seeking data-driven inputs to strengthen clean air action planning and accelerate effective interventions in the IGP.