Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) has achieved the necessary financial closure for its ambitious $1 billion project involving the establishment of a green high voltage direct current (HVDC) link. The initiative aims to bolster the greening process of Mumbai's power grid by augmenting the infusion of renewable energy into the city's system, thereby meeting its escalating electricity requirements. Scheduled to commence construction in October of this year, the 80 km comprehensive project is a significant step toward reinforcing the region's sustainable energy infrastructure.
A new study reveals that the Greenland ice sheet is losing mass at an accelerating rate and that this is due to a combination of factors, including climate change, ocean warming, and Greenland's topography. Greenland’s ice sheet is the single largest contributor to sea level rise from land ice, and it is estimated that the ice sheet could contribute up to 7 meters (23 feet) of sea level rise if it were to melt completely.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recently concluded its 59th session and elections, officially marking the start of its seventh assessment cycle. The IPCC, established in 1988 by the World Meteorological Organisation and the UN Environment Programme, is renowned for producing comprehensive assessment reports that serve as the most authoritative source of scientific knowledge on climate change. With six assessment cycles completed and the final synthesis report of the sixth cycle released in March 2023, the IPCC has begun its new cycle to produce the next assessment report.
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The University of Lucknow, in collaboration with the Happy Thinking Laboratory, organized a special lecture on 'Climate Imbalance and Sustainable Living' at the counselling and guidance cell. The event took place on Monday, with Anita Bhatnagar Jain, the former additional chief secretary of Uttar Pradesh, as the chief speaker. The lecture aimed to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on the environment.
Recognizing the significance of emotions in addressing climate change, there is a growing emphasis on fostering a sense of connection with the natural world among future generations. By nurturing this connection, young individuals can better express their concerns about climate issues and become motivated to actively contribute to positive change.
Heavy rains and deadly storm Doksuri have wreaked havoc in northern China, prompting authorities to issue a red alert for affected regions, including Beijing and its surroundings. Since Friday, the storm has been sweeping northwards, leading to authorities urging millions of people to stay home for their safety.
Monsoon 2023 is on the verge of a crucial break, as predicted by the United States' National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Forecast System. This hiatus in the monsoon may bring much-needed rain to the eastern regions of India, particularly vital for Kharif paddy production.
The Rhine River in Germany has hit a record low, exposing sandbanks and wrecks. The low water levels are being blamed on climate change, which is causing glaciers to melt and river flows to slow. The Rhine River is the second-longest river in Germany, and it is an important waterway for transportation, drinking water, and agriculture.
In a grave warning to the world, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres declared that the era of global warming has come to an end, and humanity has now entered an "era of global boiling." This announcement comes amid the confirmation by scientists that July 2023 is set to become the hottest month ever recorded in human history.
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