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While some governments and companies have adopted policies and commitments, implementation is often weak, transparency is limited, and large-scale development projects continue to threaten intact forests. 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The report concludes that achieving these goals requires significant reforms in market design, data collection, infrastructure, and business models.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"clipolin-001064#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"Flexibility needs in India are increasing at a rate significantly higher than total energy demand. 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