Climate change was pitchforked on the national policy agenda only in 2007. Since then the Climate Change policies at country level and its position internationally have evolved on issues such as urgency to act, sectoral approaches and equity as the base of national and international policies.

The India programme on ‘Climate and Energy’ focuses on strengthening climate justice approach in national and international climate policy making by offering platforms for dialogue and debate; commissioning studies on analysis/evaluation of national level policies; supporting various progressively voice at different fora and linking the discourse between the North and South sustainable energy solutions. The programme aims to strengthen research inputs as well as advocacy on renewable energy options and economic arguments in its favour while acknowledging the role of NGOs, academics, and business along with Government Stakeholders. In addition to its focus on promoting sustainable energy solutions, it also aims to build awareness on impacts of climate change and potential solutions at all levels of governance.