Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission (TNCCM)
Building a climate-resilient Tamil Nadu through cross-sectoral policy, innovation, and local action.
The Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission (TNCCM), led by the Tamil Nadu Green Climate Company (TNGCC), aims to reduce climate change risks through focused adaptation and mitigation strategies across sectors.
TNCCM aims to integrate climate thinking into every level of government, strengthen institutional capacity, and accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy.
Mission Goals
These goals guide Tamil Nadu’s path toward a low-carbon, resilient future—driving systemic change through climate-smart governance, clean technologies, inclusive growth, and community empowerment.
- Embed climate considerations into planning, infrastructure, and governance
- Support carbon-neutral development across sectors
- Promote clean energy, sustainable mobility, and nature-based solutions
- Enable communities to adapt to climate risks
- Create green jobs and climate innovation hubs
Milestone Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Climate Change Mission announced the Government of Tamil Nadu |
| 2022 | TNGCC established as SPV Implement TNCCM |
| 2023 | Baseline studies and GHG inventory launched |
| 2024 | District-level climate action planning initiated |
| 2025 | Urban cooling roadmap, emission tracking, and pilot programs scaled |
Implementation Strategy
Key Focus Areas
Policy Integration
Integrating climate priorities into state plans, budgets, and infrastructure development.
Carbon Neutrality
Identifying high-emission sectors and promoting low-carbon alternatives
Energy Transition
Scaling up renewable energy and improving energy efficiency
Data-Driven Governance
Climate dashboards, GHG inventories, and digital tools for decision-making
Nature-Based Solutions
Leveraging ecosystems like wetlands, forests, and mangroves for resilience
Public Engagement
Awareness campaigns, youth programs, and community-led initiatives