This paper provides an overview of the concept of direct access to funding for climate change actions in developing countries.

A working group on petroleum & natural gas sector for the 12th Fiver Year Plan (2012-17) has been constituted by the Planning Commission with participants from different departments of Government of India, energy experts and concerned public & private sector oil companies.

There is a myth in India that the cost of subsidy to provide energy services to the poor is very heavy.

The report comprehensively compiles India's Energy Efficiency history, policies and institutions, and showcases best practices from diverse sectors and industries. Based on insights and views of thought leaders and industry visionaries, India's future pathways are outlined towards a more energy efficient economy.

Considering importance of electricity from socio-economic perspective, the Electricity Act 2003 contains supporting provisions for rural electrification and de-licensing rural power supply.

The Second National Communication from Bhutan to the UNFCCC elaborates the actions taken, and needed, to address emissions and adverse impacts of climate change in Bhutan.

This handbook is prepared as per the requirements of Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation (MDWS), Government of India having following objectives: Identification of existing technologies for providing safe drinking water in the country;

This Country Status Report has, primarily reviewed the commitments made by Nepal at Rio’92 by presenting and appraising key strategies, policies, instruments, and programs for promoting sustainable development and sustainable mountain development.

The main objective of this M & E study is to evaluate the effectiveness of centrally sponsored programmes/schemes/projects for artificial recharge of ground water in the rainfed regions of the Maharashtra state. The changes attributed due to ground water recharge structures are clearly and objectively brought out under the study.

The purpose of this Bill is to provide for a legal framework for infrastructure development through Public Private Partnerships, incorporating contractual arrangements to design, finance, construct, operate and maintain Infrastructure Projects, provide for a fair and transparent selection process, set out rights and obligations of the Government

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