Consider the following statements:
- Carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO₂ / capita.
- In terms of CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in Asia-Pacific region.
- Electricity and heat producers are the largest sources of CO₂ emissions in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- I and III only
- II only
- II and III only
- I, II and III
Explanation
Statement I is incorrect
- Overall, India is the third largest emitter of carbon at 3.2 billion tonnes annually (2024), led by the U. S. (4.9 billion tonnes) and China (12 billion tonnes). In per person terms, it is 2.2 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, the second lowest of 20 of the largest economies globally.
Statement II is correct
- India is the second-largest emitter of CO₂ from fuel, including combustion, in the Asia-Pacific region, following China.
Statement III is correct
- The electricity and heat production sector is the largest source of CO₂ emissions in India, accounting for around 53% of total energy-related CO₂ emissions.
