Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Youth to Lead India's Mission LiFE for Climate Goals
I.Y.R. Krishna Rao, a former top government official, wants young people to lead Mission LiFE, a project about living in ways that help the environment.
This involves things like using less energy and reducing waste.
He praised the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) for their programs that are helping India fight climate change.
The states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are also supporting these efforts.
The city of Visakhapatnam is seen as a model for sustainable living.
The Mission LiFE plan includes individual actions, changes in the market, and government policies to promote sustainability.
Former AP Chief Secretary I.Y.R. Krishna Rao urged students and youth to promote Mission LiFE.
Mission LiFE, launched in November 2021, aims for sustainable lifestyles and achieving India’s climate goals.
BEE's energy efficiency schemes contribute to over 40% of India’s climate change mitigation efforts.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are contributing to the National Energy Conservation Movement.
Visakhapatnam is highlighted as a potential model for sustainable city development.
- Who
- I.Y.R. Krishna Rao, students, and youth.
- What
- I.Y.R. Krishna Rao called on youth to promote Mission LiFE for sustainable lifestyles.
- When
- November 2021 (launch of Mission LiFE).
- Where
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- To promote sustainable lifestyles and achieve India’s climate goals.
- Initiative
- Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)
- Launched
- November 2021
- Focus
- Sustainable Lifestyles, Energy Conservation
- Key Figure
- I.Y.R. Krishna Rao
- Organization
- Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
- Location Highlight
- Visakhapatnam as a sustainable city model
