India is unlikely to sign a global pledge to reduce cooling-related emissions at COP 28, citing the need for affordable cooling. The pledge requires investments in sustainable cooling technologies, potentially raising the cost of cooling products. India’s decision is crucial as one of the world’s most populous countries. It aims to reduce power demand for cooling by 20%-25% by 2038, but is hesitant to commit to additional targets. India’s per capita emissions and energy consumption are low, and its cooling requirements are expected to grow multifold.