On December 3, ORF America virtually launched the U.S.-India Emerging Climate Leaders Special Report, a collaborative project that tackles the pressing challenges and opportunities in U.S.-India climate action.

This special report of short working papers is a culmination of experiences and information gained through ORF America’s U.S.-India Emerging Climate Leaders Program. The cohort participated in a nine-month program, which included virtual briefings and a study trip to India. 

Michael Newbill, Senior Advisor, Critical Mineral Supply chains, U.S Department of State, delivered keynote remarks on the importance of fostering U.S.-India climate cooperation and the active engagement of emerging leaders on climate and energy issues.

Following his remarks, the cohort presented the volume's nine chapters, covering critical topics like capacity building for climate action, green hydrogen, methane emissions, urban planning, electric vehicles, rooftop solar, mineral supply chains, digital public infrastructure, and the intersection of climate and health.