Climate change not of our making, says PM at Paris meet

November 30, 2015 18:12

PM Narendra Modi begins his speech at the inauguration of India Pavilion at the Climate Conference in Paris. Highlights...

"This pavilion is a window to our heritage and our progress. Climate change is a major global challenge. But it is not of our making. It is the result of global warming that came from an industrial age powered by fossil fuel.

"We want a comprehensive, equitable and durable agreement in Paris. I speak not just to the world, but our own people. India must lead in combating climate change. India's progress is our destiny and right of our people."

The PM outlines the changes taking place in India as it adapts: "By 2030, 40% of our installed capacity will be based on non-fossil fuel. Yet, we face its consequences today, and that is why the outcome in Paris is so important and we are here today. We want the world to work with urgency."

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