Nagpur aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 through India's first Zero Carbon Buildings Action Plan (ZCBAP), contributing to India's net-zero emission goal by 2070. The plan covers public, commercial, and residential buildings, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions through building material choices, design, construction, management, and deconstruction strategies. Nagpur's buildings accounted for a significant portion of the city's energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Developed by Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City Development Corporation Ltd (NSSCDCL) and Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), in collaboration with various organizations, the plan emphasizes stakeholder engagement for a comprehensive and effective approach to sustainability.
Nagpur is set to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 through the implementation of the Zero Carbon Buildings Action Plan (ZCBAP), the first of its kind in India, aimed at aligning with the country's net-zero emission goal by 2070, as per ICLEI South Asia.
The ZCBAP outlines a comprehensive roadmap encompassing public buildings, government-led affordable housing, commercial establishments, and residential properties, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions through strategic choices in building materials and design, construction practices, management, and eventual deconstruction. Residential, commercial, and institutional buildings accounted for a significant portion of Nagpur's total energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in the 2017-18 period.
Emani Kumar, Executive Director of ICLEI South Asia, hailed the ZCBAP as a pivotal step in Nagpur's journey towards low emission development, envisioning the transformation of the city's entire building stock to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The plan was jointly developed by Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City Development Corporation Ltd (NSSCDCL) and Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), in collaboration with key stakeholders including the World Resources Institute (WRI), Global Environment Facility (GEF), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and ICLEI South Asia through the Zero Carbon Buildings Accelerator (ZCBA) project.
Abhijeet Chaudhari, Municipal Commissioner and Administrator of NMC, emphasized the collaborative nature of Nagpur's sustainability efforts, involving diverse stakeholders such as government officials, experts, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), builders, and developers. He underscored the inclusivity and comprehensiveness of the ZCBAP, ensuring its effectiveness in realizing ambitious sustainability goals.
To conclude, Nagpur's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 is underscored by the implementation of the ZCBAP, a pioneering initiative aimed at transforming the city's building sector through strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and sustainable practices. With a holistic approach encompassing various types of buildings and comprehensive strategies, Nagpur is poised to lead the way in sustainable urban development and contribute to India's broader climate goals.
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