Climate change performance index of G20 2024, by country

India had the highest climate change performance index (CCPI) score among G20 members in 2024, at more than 70 points. On the other hand, Saudi Arabia scored the lowest among the Group of 20, with China and the U.S. (the main GHG emitters worldwide) also ranking in the bottom 10.

What is the CCPI and how does it work?

The CCPI is an instrument that evaluates and compares the climate performance of countries across the globe. It serves as a tool for policymakers, researchers, and the public to monitor and compare the climate efforts of different nations, encouraging greater transparency and accountability in global climate action. The CCPI assesses and ranks 59 countries plus the European Union based on various criteria and indicators, including greenhouse gas emissions (which makes up 40 percent of the overall score), renewable energy (20 percent), energy use (20 percent), and climate policy (20 percent).

India’s CCPI rating explained

While first amongst G20 countries, India ranked 7th on the global CCPI 2024. Up one spot from the previous year, the South Asian country has updated its Nationally Determined Contribution with new renewables targets and announced a net-zero goal for 2070. Nevertheless, India’s plans to increase oil, gas, and coal production by 2030 are incompatible with the Paris Agreement 1.5°C target. Altogether, India scored a high rating in the energy use and greenhouse gas emissions indicators, and a medium rating in renewable energy and climate policy.