Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Arunachal Pradesh: India's Top Carbon Sink, Says CM
Arunachal Pradesh, with its large forests, is like a big sponge for carbon, helping to clean the air.
The state has a lot of trees and stores a lot of carbon, which helps India fight climate change and reach its goals.
The Chief Minister said Arunachal is the biggest carbon sink in India, which is important for the country to reduce emissions by 2070.
Arunachal Pradesh is India's largest carbon sink, according to the Chief Minister.
The state has 79% forest cover and a carbon stock of 1,021 million tonnes.
Arunachal Pradesh contributes 14.38% to India's total carbon sequestration.
The Chief Minister highlighted Arunachal's role in combating climate change.
The state's forest wealth is critical for India's net-zero emissions target by 2070.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu.
- What
- Arunachal Pradesh's role as India's largest carbon sink and contribution to carbon sequestration.
- When
- On Wednesday, July 2nd.
- Where
- Arunachal Pradesh, India.
- Why
- To highlight the state's ecological value and its contribution to national climate goals.
- Forest Cover
- 79%
- Carbon Stock
- 1,021 million tonnes
- Carbon Sequestration Contribution
- 14.38%
Sources
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