Bjorn Lomborg: The world abandons hydrocarbons at the risk of worsening food insecurity
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Summary
It has taken an eruption of war in West Asia to remind us of the role of natural gas in fertilizer production. Climate activists may not like to admit it, but if we decarbonize our economies too fast, we risk a drastic drop in food supply.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Livemint - Opinion
Published Monday, 11 May 2026
Affected Population All citizens, 275 million forest-dependent people
Key Numbers
Net-zero target: 2070
50% non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030
Green Climate Fund: $3 billion committed
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right