India has introduced a new national climate plan to address the issue of global warming by emphasizing renewable energy for sustainable growth. The plan does not include specific emission targets that could hinder economic progress. The focus is on utilizing renewable energy sources like solar power and improving energy efficiency. A climate change fund will be established to support research on environmentally friendly technologies. Experts believe that the policy aligns with India's current stance on climate change and may not satisfy wealthier western nations seeking greater commitments from India, a major polluter. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh stated that the goal is to make India's economic development more energy efficient, ensuring that citizens have access to economic and social progress and alleviating widespread poverty. Despite India's commitment to clean technology, coal remains the primary source of power, making up around 60 percent of generation. The government plans to add 70,000 megawatts in the next five years. A recent report by Goldman Sachs warned that climate change could have negative impacts on India's environment, including decreased cultivable land, reduced productivity, and increased toxic waste. India argues that it needs more energy to lift its population out of poverty and points out that its per-capita emissions are much lower than those of wealthy nations. In 2004, India's per-capita emissions of carbon dioxide were 1.2 tonnes, compared to 20.6 tonnes for the United States. India, with an economy that has been growing at a rate of 8-9 percent annually, is responsible for approximately 4 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Despite the need for development, Prime Minister Singh stated that India's per capita emissions will not surpass those of developed industrialized countries. As a developing country, India is not currently obligated to reduce emissions under the Kyoto Protocol, even though they are increasing by 2 to 3 percent each year. Singh mentioned that India is open to transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources gradually, indicating that their plan is not set in stone. "It is intended to adapt and adjust in response to changing circumstances." Currently, key components of India's climate change strategy include improving energy efficiency, utilizing solar energy, preserving water resources, promoting sustainable agriculture, protecting the Himalayan ecosystem, and creating sustainable habitats to establish a "green India." Singh emphasized that while people desire better living standards, they also value access to clean water, fresh air, and a healthy environment.