Training Programme on 'Integrating climate adaptation and mitigation strategies in State Development Plans'

TERI organized a two-day training programme for the state government officials from Uttar Pradesh, New Delhi and Punjab based on the theme 'Integrating Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies in State Development Plans' during December 18-19, 2014 in New Delhi. The training primarily aimed at highlighting the emerging issues of climate change, and helping officials identify opportunities available for more effective and holistic resource planning in the states. It received ardent participation from the state departments of Transport, Energy, Science & Technology, Environment, Housing & Development, Agriculture, and Forestry. There were discussions around climate change impact and vulnerability; national and international response; adaptation and mitigation strategies. This was the second interdisciplinary training programme supported by DFID in which TERI engaged with the state government officials on issues pertaining to climate change.