The British Council started a project to provide India's youth and communities with the skills they need to be resilient to climate change and contribute to the country's transition to a net-zero economy.

Launched in partnership with HSBC India, the "Climate Skills: Seeds for Transition India" project is part of the British Council's long-term international effort to establish a global climate skills approach to empower the youth, inform decision-makers about alternative climate education strategies, and address grassroots, national and global climate challenges, a statement said.

The programme aims to collaborate with governments, communities, and educational institutions to develop real solutions for future generations to better understand the impact of climate change on all aspects of life and equip them with the skills needed to become climate resilient, according to the statement. According to the statement, the goal is to directly involve 2,000 youths and teach 300 master trainers in India.

The project, which runs until February 2026, targets people between the ages of 18 and 30 in five countries: India, Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, and Vietnam.

Scott McDonald, Chief Executive of the British Council, said, "By equipping the youth with essential climate resilience skills, they can lead the transition to greener economies and drive positive change in their communities. These skills are increasingly critical as we consider projections for the life of our planet and its natural resources."