Sustainable and Secure Future

India’s development must go hand in hand with climate action.

Balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability is a key challenge for the country. At CSTEP, we are reimagining development pathways that are climate-resilient, low-carbon, and inclusive—building a future that is both secure and sustainable.

Pollution Impact
  • 9M

    Deaths globally linked to air pollution annually.

  • 75%

    India’s population breathes air worse than WHO guidelines.

  • 40%

    Urban air pollution comes from vehicular emissions

  • 50%

    Metro cities need big pollution cuts for safe air.

Why It Matters

India’s response to climate change will shape the future of over a billion people. As the country pursues rapid growth, ensuring that this progress does not come at the cost of ecosystems or long-term security is critical. CSTEP’s research supports climate-resilient planning, low-carbon development, and informed policymaking to protect both people and the planet. By integrating nature-based solutions and clean energy, we help design strategies that prioritise equity, adaptation, and sustainability.

OurApproach

CSTEP works with governments and institutions to embed sustainability into development planning. We support state-level climate action through risk and vulnerability assessments that guide adaptive strategies. Our research explores low-carbon development trajectories, including deeper integration of renewables and nature-based interventions. By combining climate science with policy insights and capacity-building, we help shape resilient, future-ready systems that protect livelihoods and the environment.

SDGs we work on

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