sIndia has been making significant strides in addressing climate change through a range of new programs and initiatives in 2024. The key areas of focus include energy transition, climate resilience, and the mobilization of climate finance.

1. **Energy Transition**: India aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070 and energy independence by 2047. The government has significantly increased its investments in renewable energy, particularly solar power. The 2024 budget raised allocations for solar energy by 37%, supporting the expansion of India's solar capacity to over 73 GW. Other focus areas include promoting green hydrogen, expanding electric mobility, and enhancing energy storage solutions.

2. **Green Credits and LiFE Initiative**: India recently launched the **Green Credits Programme**, which encourages innovative environmental actions and sustainability practices. The **Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE)** initiative also promotes eco-friendly consumer choices, supported by the revival of the ECOMARK labeling system. These programs are part of a broader effort to integrate environmental sustainability into everyday life.

3. **Climate-Resilient Health Systems**: Recognizing the impact of climate change on public health, especially in rural areas, India is working on building a climate-resilient health system. This includes strengthening primary healthcare, ensuring access to clean water and sanitation, and improving disease surveillance to cope with climate-induced health risks like vector-borne diseases and mental health issues.

4. **Financing and Innovation**: India’s efforts to tackle climate change are being supported by a mix of public and private capital. Programs like the **Green Climate Fund Readiness Programme**, supported by UNDP, focus on scaling up climate-tech startups, risk-sharing facilities, and concessional financing to make climate action more accessible.

Overall, India is focusing on a comprehensive strategy that combines renewable energy, climate resilience, financial innovation, and grassroots engagement to address the impacts of climate change.