How India can make grassland carbon work for people and ecosystems
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Summary
India’s rangelands store carbon, support millions, and have been ignored by climate policy for decades. Now that markets have noticed them, the question is whether rights or revenues will arrive first.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Frontline Magazine
Published Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Affected Population All citizens, 275 million forest-dependent people
Key Numbers
Net-zero target: 2070
50% non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030
Green Climate Fund: $3 billion committed
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right