GSDP Fact Sheet
India and Germany have a long-standing and fruitful cooperation in addressing challenges related to green and sustainable development, climate change and environment. Both countries share the understanding that achieving the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and addressing climate change are two of the most pressing global challenges. India and Germany acknowledge their joint responsibility for the protection of the planet, for sustainable and inclusive growth as well as resilient supply chains, leaving no-one behind. For accelerating the implementation of these shared commitments, the Indo-German cooperation was placed under a new umbrella in 2022: the Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development (GSDP). Through the Partnership, both countries will work together, learn from each other and facilitate the achievement of their respective objectives. For efficient use of public funds and more resilient value chains, mobilizing the private sector will play an increasingly important role in the Indo-
Indo-German Solutions for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
This study examines how India and Germany can strengthen cooperation on gender equality and women’s empowerment under the Indo-German Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP). Focusing on agroecology and food systems, sustainable urban development, and renewable energy, it analyses policy priorities, stakeholder landscapes, and existing initiatives in both countries to identify areas of alignment and opportunities for future collaboration. The study highlights the central role of women’s economic empowerment, leadership, skills development, and access to resources in advancing sustainable development outcomes, and provides practical recommendations for scaling impact through stronger women-led networks, improved gender-responsive data systems, capacity building, and inclusive approaches to the green transition.
HANDBOOK ON DESIGN OF FOOD HUBS (in India)
This handbook translates national policy frameworks on street vending, food safety, and urban planning, together with field insights from diverse urban contexts, into practical and adaptable spatial solutions for urban food hubs. Designed for urban local bodies, planners, Smart City teams, and allied stakeholders, it provides planning principles, design standards, and context-responsive templates to support safe, inclusive, and vibrant public spaces while strengthening vendor livelihoods.
Viksit Gram Darshika
This book offers a brief description of the 318 public works permitted under the recently enacted VB-G RAM G Act, 2025. It is expected to serve as a primer and a guide for policymakers, Panchayat-level decision-makers, and field functionaries. This publication was developed in close collaboration with the Ministry of Rural Development.
Guidelines AGRIPV: For Net Zero Emission, Energy Security, and Enhancing Farmer’s Income
AgriPV, short for agriculture and photovoltaics, means using the same land for both farming and solar power generation. This dual-use approach helps produce food and renewable energy at the same time, increasing overall land productivity while reducing the need for new land and dependence on fossil fuels. This Guideline is the first comprehensive document developed by the Centre of Excellence at ICAR-IARI to support structured implementation of AgriPV in India. The report aims to enable informed decision-making and promote the sustainable scaling of AgriPV systems aligned with India's renewable energy targets.
Guidelines for Building Integrated PV in India
India aims to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity and net-zero emissions by 2070, but limited land for large projects makes new solutions essential. Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), which embed solar panels into roofs, walls, and windows, allow buildings to generate clean power without extra space. As India’s cities expand rapidly, BIPV can make new and existing buildings more energy-efficient and sustainable. These Guidelines provide standard recommendations to support safe, efficient, and widespread use of BIPV in the country’s renewable energy transition.
Guidelines for Floating Solar PV in India
Floating Solar Photovoltaic (FPV) systems use water bodies to generate solar power, helping overcome land limitations in renewable energy expansion. In India, FPV holds great potential but faces challenges such as technical complexity, environmental concerns, and the lack of clear policies. These Guidelines address these issues by providing a structured framework for developers, policymakers, and investors. Based on research and stakeholder consultations, the guidelines cover technical, regulatory, and financial aspects to support safe, efficient, and scalable FPV deployment across the country.
Advisory on CBG Plants Based on Municipal Solid Waste
This advisory aims to provide structured technical, operational, and financial guidance to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), elected representatives, and private sector stakeholders involved in planning, implementing, and managing biomethanation facilities. It outlines key considerations for decision-making, offers clarity on capital and operational expenditures, and assessment of long-term sustainability. To aid practical understanding, the advisory also presents case studies from across India, highlighting successful models with proven technical and financial viability. As Compressed Biogas (CBG) represents a convergence point for India’s ambitions in clean energy, waste valorisation, rural livelihood generation, and climate resilience, this advisory serves as a strategic tool to help scale CBG initiatives across the country in a systematic and outcome-oriented manner.
Rooted in Resilience: Stories of Change from the Field
These photo stories portray transformative practices and community efforts in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra aimed at enhancing gender equity, nutrition, and agroecology. The stories highlight the empowering role of women who hold land titles and actively farm, overcoming societal challenges to advocate for their agricultural rights.
Growing Together: Women-Led Gardens Reviving Land, Culture, and Local Nutrition
This collection celebrates the transformative journey of the Securing Nutrition, Enhancing Resilience (SENU) project under Indo-German cooperation Aligned with Mission Poshan 2.0, the project strengthened frontline workers and women’s self-help groups by integrating nutrition counselling with Community Nutrition Gardens, implemented in partnership with MWCD and MGNREGS in Madhya Pradesh. Beyond measurable outcomes, these stories highlight the lived experiences of women and communities whose collective action has improved nutrition, livelihoods, and resilience.