Where was the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) held in March 2025?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (B) New Delhi, India

• The World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 was held in New Delhi, India, in March 2025.

• Organized annually by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), WSDS serves as a premier platform for global leaders to discuss policies, partnerships, and technologies for sustainable development and climate action.

• The 2025 summit focused on climate resilience, energy transitions, and green financing, with participation from multiple countries, international organizations, and think tanks.

• WSDS was initiated in 2001 and has been held annually since then by TERI.

• The 2025 theme was reportedly “Driving Climate Action through Global Partnerships”.

• Key participants included leaders from UNDP, UNEP, World Bank, and representatives from over 40 countries.

• India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) was a key collaborator in WSDS 2025.

• WSDS also showcases India’s commitment to its net-zero target by 2070 and its leadership in International Solar Alliance (ISA) and LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) mission.

• Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai host major sustainability conferences, but WSDS is traditionally held in New Delhi.

• WSDS aligns with India’s G20 and COP commitments, highlighting efforts in renewables, adaptation, and climate finance.

• Past WSDS editions have featured global figures such as Ban Ki-moon, Antonio Guterres, and Al Gore.

• TERI also releases key research reports during the summit, such as TERI’s Green Budgeting Framework and Climate Risk Assessment tools.

• The summit supports SDG 13 (Climate Action) and integrates cross-sectoral issues like urban planning, biodiversity, and circular economy.