Industrial Decarbonization

Industries rank as the second-highest contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in India, following the energy sector. However, they also provide substantial employment opportunities, particularly within the MSME sector. The Government of India has introduced several policies aimed at supporting the decarbonisation of various industrial sectors, such as the National Green Hydrogen Mission for green hydrogen production and its utilisation in industries, as well as the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency to decrease energy consumption. Nevertheless, tailored roadmaps and policies are necessary for specific industrial sectors, particularly for sectors such as brick manufacturing and other coal-dependent MSMEs. iFOREST will conduct research, including modelling studies, to develop comprehensive roadmaps and provide policy and technical support to sectors that impact the largest number of enterprises and consumers.