Nodal agency: Ministry of Power

Policy brief

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency issued a draft procedure for implementation of compliance mechanism under Indian Carbon Market.

Key highlights

Applicability

Entities to be notified by MOEFCC

GHG emission targets

Emission intensity based annual targets to be announced for a 3-year trajectory period by MOEFCC

Targets for FY 2024-27 initially consider direct and indirect emissions

Issuance of certificates

Carbon credits issued to companies exceeding their emission reduction targets

Utilisation of certificates

Traded on power exchanges or retained for future use

Status

Expired

Stage

Draft