8%
Direct Emissions
The Hot Reality:
Global Warming and Environmental Concerns in India
With rising temperatures and increasing urbanisation, the demand for airconditioning in India has reached unprecedented levels. According to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), India is expected to account for a significant portion of the global growth in air conditioning demand, with sales of air conditioners projected to triple by 2050.
A study by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory found that the energy consumption of air conditioners in India is expected to increase by nearly 15-fold between 2010 and 2050.
Recognising the environmental impact of air conditioning, the Indian government has implemented regulations and initiatives to promote energy efficiency and reduce emissions. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has established energy efficiency standards for air conditioning equipment, mandating the use of energy-efficient technologies to reduce energy consumption.
In addition, the government has launched programs such as the Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) scheme, which incentivises industries to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions. These regulations and initiatives aim to curb energy consumption, reduce emissions, and promote the adoption of sustainable cooling technologies.
