# Understanding carbon debt, factors behind BRICS stance on fossil fuels, and why it matters at COP31

> Even though this debate resurfaces at every UN Climate Change Conference, it is now underscored by the recent BRICS New Delhi declaration, where developing nations reasserted that fossil fuels must remain part of their energy mix, while also recognising the need to promote "just, orderly, equitable and inclusive energy transitions."

- Published: 2026-10-03T01:01:21.109Z
- Updated: 2026-10-03T01:01:21.109Z
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- Topics: Politics
- Involves: BRICS New Delhi Declaration, CK Mishra, Climate Action Network in South Asia, Council on Energy, Environment and Water, Environment Ministry, Pallavi Das, Sanjay Vashist, Shailly Kedia, The Energy and Resources Institute, fossil fuels, just, orderly, equitable and inclusive energy transitions

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- 2026-10-03T01:01:21.109Z - Hindustan Times: [Understanding carbon debt, factors behind BRICS stance on fossil fuels, and why it matters at COP31](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/understanding-carbon-debt-factors-behind-brics-stance-on-fossil-fuels-and-why-it-matters-at-cop31-101790987171097.html)

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