These low-income populations (click here) bear the brunt of the problems caused by the changing climate. Therefore, there is a great need for a pathway to development that is sustainable and resilient to climate change.Since 2009, EDF has been working on the ground with our partner, the Fair Climate Network one of the largest networks of nongovernmental organizations in India, to facilitate low-carbon rural development, educate business and political leaders, and engage local communities.
Together, we are working to move India toward a sustainable development pathway while alleviating poverty, minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, and delivering social, health and environmental gains....
As of 2019, there were 1.37 billion people living in India. The picture to the right compares the size if the USA to that of India. The last time I looked the USA had about 330 million people. Needless to say, there are issues of crowding in India's larger cities. The acreage dedicated to farming is precious and the farming structure has been primarily based in a similar model to what the USA calls "the family farm."
India is growing to be an international country, but, the climate crisis is complicating all aspects of life in India.
