Coimbatore has been identified as one of the key districts for targeted decarbonisation efforts. By embracing Tamil Nadu’s renewable energy initiatives and integrating sustainable practices, the district can significantly contribute to the state’s climate goals and India’s 2070 net-zero target. This report outlines a comprehensive decarbonisation strategy for Coimbatore, analysing energy consumption patterns, forecasting future trends, and proposing actionable measures across sectors in alignment with Tamil Nadu’s environmental stewardship and national policy frameworks.

As the administrative headquarters and the nucleus of regional economic, infrastructural and industrial development, Coimbatore warrants primary emphasis. The recently formulated Master Plan for the Coimbatore Local Planning Area (LPA), covering nearly one-third of the district, serves as a guiding framework for sustainable economic growth. This report aligns with the Master Plan and, based on current initiatives and the district’s long-term vision, proposes sector-specific decarbonisation strategies to complement them.

This report, developed in collaboration with the Environment, Climate Change and Forests Department and TNGCC, environmental experts, and planning professionals, presents:

• A comprehensive assessment of current and historical emissions in the district
• An in-depth analysis of energy and non-energy sectors, including future energy needs and consumption patterns
• A range of decarbonisation scenarios and sectoral strategies
• Actionable interventions and phased roadmaps mapped with relevant state and national policies for leveraging finance

By outlining these pathways and interventions, the report aims to guide Coimbatore’s transition toward a sustainable and environmentally responsible future, aligning with state and national climate goals and positioning the district as a role model for Tamil Nadu’s net-zero journey.