Scribd
Upload
7 views2 pages

Reduction of Carbon by BRICKS

The BRICKS+ nations, including China, India, Russia, Brazil, and South Africa, are significant contributors to global CO₂ emissions, with China being the largest emitter. Each country has set ambitious targets to reduce emissions, such as China aiming for carbon neutrality by 2060 and India targeting net-zero by 2070, while Brazil focuses on ending deforestation. Efforts include expanding renewable energy, modernizing infrastructure, and implementing carbon capture technologies to mitigate climate change.

Uploaded by

prathamtejwani69
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
7 views2 pages

Reduction of Carbon by BRICKS

The BRICKS+ nations, including China, India, Russia, Brazil, and South Africa, are significant contributors to global CO₂ emissions, with China being the largest emitter. Each country has set ambitious targets to reduce emissions, such as China aiming for carbon neutrality by 2060 and India targeting net-zero by 2070, while Brazil focuses on ending deforestation. Efforts include expanding renewable energy, modernizing infrastructure, and implementing carbon capture technologies to mitigate climate change.

Uploaded by

prathamtejwani69
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Reduction of Carbon by BRICKS+ nations

China is the world's largest carbon emitter, contributing nearly 30% of global CO₂
emissions. This significant share is primarily a result of its heavy reliance on coal
for energy production and its expansive industrial output, driven by rapid
economic growth. (World Bank, 2023). India ranks as the third-largest emitter,
accounting for approximately 7% of global CO₂ emissions. The primary factors
driving its emissions include rapid urbanization, increasing energy demand to
support economic development, and continued reliance on coal as a major
energy source (UNEP, 2022). Russia is responsible for about 4% of global CO₂
emissions, making it one of the largest emitters globally. Its energy-intensive
economy, which heavily depends on oil and natural gas, contributes significantly
to its emissions profile. Industrial processes and energy production are the
primary sources (IEA, 2023). Brazil, contributing around 1% of global emissions,
faces a unique challenge with deforestation in the Amazon rainforest being a
major source of CO₂ emissions. While the country relies on renewable energy
sources like hydropower, the ongoing loss of forest cover offsets some of its
sustainability efforts (FAO, 2023). South Africa contributes less than 1% of global
emissions but has one of the highest per capita emissions rates among
developing countries. This is largely due to its coal-dependent energy sector,
which dominates its power generation, despite increasing efforts to adopt
renewable energy sources (World Resources Institute, 2022).

China has committed to peaking its carbon emissions before 2030 and achieving
carbon neutrality by 2060 (UNFCCC, 2021). To meet these ambitious targets, the
country is implementing extensive renewable energy programs, boasting the
largest solar and wind capacity in the world (IRENA, 2023). Additionally, China is
expanding its carbon trading markets and promoting the adoption of electric
vehicles (EVs) to reduce emissions in the transportation sector (China State
Council, 2023). India has set a target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070
(UNFCCC, 2021). The nation is making significant strides in renewable energy
adoption, with a goal to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030
(MNRE, 2023). Energy efficiency is another area of focus, with initiatives like the
Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) program designed to reduce industrial
emissions (BEE, 2023). Russia has pledged to cut its emissions to 70% of 1990
levels by 2030 (Russian Ministry of Environment, 2022). To achieve this, the
country is modernizing its energy infrastructure and increasing the use of natural
gas, which emits less CO₂ compared to coal and oil (IEA, 2023). Additionally,
Russia is exploring carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies to address
emissions from industrial activities (Global CCS Institute, 2023). Brazil has
committed to ending illegal deforestation in the Amazon rainforest by 2030, a
critical step in reducing its carbon emissions (COP26, 2021). The country is also
expanding its renewable energy sector, with hydropower already accounting for
a significant portion of its energy mix (IRENA, 2023). Efforts to strengthen
environmental regulations and promote sustainable agriculture further support
Brazil's commitment to mitigating climate change (FAO, 2023). South Africa aims
to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 (South Africa Department of Environment,
2022). A key component of this strategy is the Just Energy Transition initiative,
which seeks to shift from coal to renewable energy while ensuring socio-
economic stability (UNEP, 2023). The implementation of carbon taxes and energy
efficiency measures also plays a crucial role in reducing the country’s carbon
footprint (World Bank, 2023).

You might also like