Q.17. Present an account of the missions included in the State Action Plan on Climate Change in Uttar Pradesh.

The State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC) in Uttar Pradesh includes several missions that align with the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) to address the challenges and impacts of climate change in the state. Here’s an account of the key missions included in the SAPCC:

• Sustainable Agriculture Mission:
  • Focuses on sustainable agricultural practices to increase productivity while ensuring environmental conservation.
  • Includes strategies for climate-resilient crops, water-efficient irrigation, and soil health management.
• Solar Energy Mission:
  • Aims to promote the use of solar energy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and enhance renewable energy capacity.
  • Encourages the installation of solar power plants and solar-powered irrigation systems.
• Energy Efficiency Mission:
  • Seeks to improve energy efficiency across various sectors, including industry, transportation, and buildings.
  • Supports initiatives like energy-saving appliances and green building codes.
• Green UP Mission:
  • Targets the expansion of forest cover and the promotion of afforestation and reforestation activities.
  • Includes measures to protect and restore ecosystems and biodiversity.
• Water Mission:
  • Focuses on water conservation, efficient water management, and ensuring clean water supply.
  • Involves rainwater harvesting, rejuvenation of water bodies, and watershed management.
• Sustainable Habitat Mission:
  • Addresses urban sustainability through waste management, pollution control, and urban planning.
  • Promotes eco-friendly construction and sustainable transport systems.
• Strategic Knowledge Mission:
  • Enhances research and development in climate change science, technology, and policy.
  • Facilitates knowledge sharing and capacity building in climate change adaptation and mitigation.

These missions are designed to integrate climate change considerations into the state’s development planning and to promote sustainable development practices that are resilient to climate variability and change.