The Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025 evaluates countries based on their performance in:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 1 (GHG emissions, renewable energy, energy use, climate policy)
Explanation:
The Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) is an independent tool for measuring countries' climate protection performance. The index evaluates 63 countries and the European Union (which account for over 90% of global GHG emissions) based on 14 indicators divided into four categories:
GHG Emissions: Weighted at 40%.
Renewable Energy: Weighted at 20%.
Energy Use: Weighted at 20%.
Climate Policy: Weighted at 20%.
Additional Facts:
Top Positions: The first three positions (1, 2, and 3) in the CCPI rankings are usually left blank because no country's performance has been deemed 'very good' enough to fully achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement.
India's performance: India has consistently ranked among the top 10 countries in this index for the past few years, reflecting its renewable energy targets and low per capita emissions.
Publisher: Published annually by Germanwatch, the New Climate Institute, and the Climate Action Network.
Possible question for upcoming exams:
What percentage weighting is given to the 'GHG emissions' category in the CCPI rankings?
(Answer: 40%)