CSIR‑IIP Hosts 3‑Day Workshop on Strengthening India’s GHG Inventory and BTR Preparation with MoEFCC

The Ministry of Science & Technology , together with the MoEFCC , organised a three‑day knowledge‑sharing workshop on the national GHG inventory at the CSIR‑Indian Institute of Petroleum (CSIR‑IIP) , Dehradun, from 20‑22 May 2026 . The event aimed to build capacity for preparing the next BTR and to develop India‑specific emission factors. Key Developments Participants included experts from CSIR‑CIMFR , CMPDI , CII , IIT‑ISM , NIAS , AEEE and Jadavpur University . The workshop was inaugurated by Dr Harender Singh Bisht , Director, CSIR‑IIP, who stressed the link between accurate emission accounting and sustainable technology. Sessions chaired by Mr Sharath Kumar Pallerla (Advisor, MoEFCC), Mr Ajay Raghava (Additional Director, MoEFCC), Prof Amit Garg (IIM Ahmedabad) and Dr Sunil Kumar Pathak (Chief Scientist, CSIR‑IIP) highlighted the Enhanced Transparency Framework and identified gaps in current reporting. Technical sessions focused on preparing BTR‑2 , and on creating sector‑specific emission factors for the Energy and IPPU sectors. Discussions covered emissions from iron‑and‑steel, road and pipeline transport, fugitive and process emissions, and the role of ethanol blending in reducing fuel imports, aligning with the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 . Important Facts India submitted its first BTR‑1 to the UNFCCC earlier in 2026. The workshop set a target to file BTR‑2 by the end of 2026 and BTR‑3 by 2028 . Country‑specific emission factors for sectors such as iron‑steel, transport and fugitive emissions will be developed to improve the accuracy of the inventory. A selfie point was inaugurated at CSIR‑IIP as a symbolic closure of the event. UPSC Relevance Understanding India’s GHG inventory process is crucial for GS‑3 (Environment) and GS‑2 (Polity) questions on climate commitments, reporting mechanisms, and inter‑ministerial coordination. The role of the MoEFCC and the scientific community (CSIR institutes) illustrates the collaborative governance model required for international obligations under the UNFCCC . Way Forward Accelerate the development of sector‑specific emission factors and integrate them into the national inventory. Strengthen capacity building for state and industry stakeholders through regular workshops and technical training. Ensure timely submission of BTR‑2 and subsequent reports to meet the Enhanced Transparency Framework requirements. Leverage ethanol blending and other low‑carbon technologies to achieve emission reduction targets while supporting the broader goal of a self‑reliant, sustainable India.