Current Context : The Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP) project was introduced in Himachal Pradesh as part of the Indo-German collaboration.

• Aim : to advance Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the grassroots level.
• Himachal Pradesh was chosen as the first state to pilot this partnership due to its leadership in SDG implementation.

About Indo-German Centre for Sustainability (IGCS)

• It is an initiative between India and Germany to advance climate action and sustainable development.

Objectives:

• The GSDP focuses on promoting sustainable growth, addressing climate change, and enhancing green technologies.
• It aims to support the implementation of SDGs, especially in areas such as renewable energy, biodiversity, green mobility, and urban development.

Financial Support:

Germany has committed to contributing at least €10 billion by 2030 to support India in these efforts.