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GCRI started the topic National Stakeholders Identification (India) in the forum India in the group India

• 4 days, 17 hours ago

Welcome to the National Stakeholders Identification Thread for India!
This thread identifies and maps critical stakeholders across sectors to support climate action, disaster risk reduction (DRR), biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development efforts in India. We aim to engage relevant actors to mobilize climate finance and strengthen partnerships for the Global Risks Forum 2025 and other global frameworks, including the Santiago Network for Loss and Damage.

How You Can Contribute: Identify Stakeholders Across the Quintuple Helix Framework
1- Academia and Research: Universities, think tanks, and research institutions focusing on sustainability, climate policy, DRR, and biodiversity in India.
Example: Institutions like the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), climate research departments at major universities, and think tanks like TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute).

2- Industry and Business: Corporations, startups, and financial institutions involved in renewable energy, green technologies, and climate finance.
Example: Solar energy companies, green tech startups, financial institutions offering sustainable investment products, and industries transitioning to cleaner production practices.

3- Civil Society and NGOs: Non-profits, advocacy groups, and community organizations working on conservation, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development.
Example: NGOs like WWF-India, SEEDS (Sustainable Environment and Ecological Development Society), and community groups focusing on biodiversity conservation or disaster resilience.

4- Government and Public Sector: National and state government agencies involved in climate policy, environmental regulations, and disaster management.
Example: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), and state-level environment ministries.

5- Natural Environment: Organizations managing ecosystems, protected areas, and promoting biodiversity conservation across India.
Example: National parks management bodies, forest departments, and conservation initiatives focusing on wildlife and habitat preservation.

Use the Following Format to Submit Stakeholders for Group Discussion
Organization Name/Individual:
Sector:
Role in Climate Action/DRR/Biodiversity:
Website and Contact Information:
Relevant Notes or Links:

Collaborate with Other Members
Discuss partnership opportunities and collaboration ideas within India’s climate action and sustainability sectors.
Identify gaps in stakeholder engagement that need to be addressed to enhance climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and disaster preparedness.

Our Objective
Build a comprehensive stakeholder map and engagement strategy for India.
Influence national and regional policies for climate action, sustainable development, and biodiversity conservation.
Mobilize finance and resources through collaborative partnerships with key actors.
Contribute to global frameworks such as the Sendai Framework and the Santiago Network for Loss and Damage.
Thank you for your participation! Let’s work together to build strong partnerships and enhance India’s leadership in climate action, biodiversity conservation, and disaster resilience. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to the Group Facilitator or the Coordination Team.

Post your identified stakeholders below and join the discussion!

1 Comment
- Shalini Prashar
  1 day, 1 hour ago
  
  Hello everyone, please share your views:
  
  Organization Name/Individual: Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore
  
  Sector: Academia and Research
  
  Role in Climate Action/DRR/Biodiversity:
  – The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, is deeply involved in several critical environmental and biodiversity conservation efforts. IISc has played a major role in researching ecosystem-based approaches to climate change, focusing on areas like carbon sequestration and biodiversity. For example, IISc researchers have been involved in long-term ecological monitoring projects, such as the Mudumalai Forest Dynamics Plot, which studies tropical forest ecology in the Western Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot.
  – Additionally, IISc contributes to national initiatives aimed at assessing climate vulnerability and adaptation strategies. The institute was pivotal in a national climate vulnerability assessment project, which identified the states most vulnerable to climate change and helped in guiding policy decisions on climate adaptation. Professor N.H. Ravindranath from IISc, a noted expert on climate change, has been actively involved in these efforts, ensuring that scientific research is translated into actionable frameworks for climate adaptation in India.
  – IISc also leads research on the impacts of climate change on ecosystems and the management of critical ecological thresholds, with the goal of informing both national policies and international frameworks like the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
  
  Website and Contact Information: iisc.ac.in