• The reports outline strategies to reduce emissions and adopt green technologies, in alignment with GoI’s goal of Net Zero by 2070.

Key Highlights of the Roadmaps on Decarbonization:
Cement Sector: Cement production is expected to rise from 391 million tonnes (MT) in 2023 to about 2,100 MT by 2070. Its production contributed about 6% of India’s emissions in 2023. The report suggests reducing the carbon intensity of cement sector from 0.63 to around 0.09-0.13 tonnes of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) per tonne of cement.
Aluminium Sector: Aluminium output is projected to grow from 4 MT to 37 MT by 2070. The sector accounts for about 2.8% of India’s total GHG emissions (around 83 MTCO2e) in 2023 and without interventions.

• The aluminium sector roadmap proposes a phased transition shifting to Renewable Energy-Round the Clock (RE-RTC) by 2030, adopting nuclear power during 2030–2040, and integrating CCUS with captive generation beyond 2040, if required.

MSME Sector: MSMEs contribute about 30% to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employ over 250 million people, and account for 46% of exports.The roadmap for MSMEs recommends deployment of energy-efficient equipment, adoption of alternative fuels, and integration of green electricity to drive the green transition.