India Drops 13 Places in Global Climate Change Performance Index Due to Lack of Coal Exit Strategy

Nov 19, 2025 03:03 am CST

India has fallen 13 positions to 23rd place in the Climate Change Performance Index 2026, primarily due to the absence of a coal exit timeline. Despite achieving 50% non-fossil power capacity ahead of schedule, India's continued coal auctions and fossil fuel expansion have shifted its status from a high to medium performer. The report, released at COP30, recommends implementing a time-bound coal phase-down, redirecting fossil subsidies toward renewable energy, and establishing clearer transition pathways with interim milestones.