Delhi government approves carbon credit monetization framework
Delhi just gave the green light to a new Carbon Credit Monetization Framework, aiming to turn eco-friendly moves—like more electric vehicles, urban forests, cleaning up the Yamuna, solar power, and waste-to-energy plants—into actual revenue.
The decision came from the Delhi Cabinet in January 2026.
Why should you care?
This move lets Delhi earn tradable carbon credits for cutting emissions and sell them in both Indian and global markets—just like Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Indore have started doing.
The money earned will help fund welfare schemes, inferred to be without raising taxes.
Plus, with India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme kicking in soon, Delhi's plan could potentially set an example for other cities trying to go greener while benefiting their people.