Leaders worldwide will gather in Paris next week to initiate talks on a global financial pact aimed at providing access to funds for developing countries to address the climate crisis and promote environmentally sustainable and socially equitable economic growth. French President Emmanuel Macron will be joined by numerous world leaders, including EU representatives, to discuss climate finance, green growth, the debt crisis, and mobilizing private sector investments. However, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's attendance remains unconfirmed.
During a Youth 20 (Y20) talk on climate action, Erik Solheim, the Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), highlighted that India's heavy population makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change. He emphasized that the effects of climate change are noticeable worldwide, but India's unique nature and high population density contribute to its increased vulnerability compared to other regions. Solheim also pointed out that India is grappling with environmental challenges similar to those faced globally.
Cyclone Biparjoy, meaning "disaster" in Bengali, has weakened from a "very severe" to a "severe" category after making landfall in coastal areas of Gujarat, India. The cyclone has now moved from the sea to land and is centered around Sauarashtra-Kutch, with heavy rains expected in Rajasthan. Fortunately, there have been no reports of loss of human lives in the Kachchh district. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is conducting rescue operations in Gujarat.
Cyclone Biparjoy, a formidable storm with winds of up to 150 kph (90 mph), is approaching densely populated regions in India and Pakistan, triggering widespread evacuations. With the potential for heavy rainfall, destructive winds, and coastal storm surges, authorities in both countries are taking swift action to protect millions of lives. Pakistan's Sindh province has already relocated approximately 60,000 individuals to temporary shelters, while India's Gujarat state has evacuated around 45,000 people from coastal areas
A new study conducted by scientists at Reading University in the UK highlights that flight turbulence has intensified due to climate change-induced warming. The research focused on clear-air turbulence, finding that the warming air caused by carbon emissions has resulted in bumpier flights worldwide, with severe turbulence in the North Atlantic region witnessing a staggering 55% increase since 1979.
The Chennai Climate Action Plan (CCAP), released on Tuesday, aims to make Chennai a climate-resilient city by 2050. The plan includes a number of measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including:
In a bid to boost the renewable energy transition, the Chennai Airport has started running fully on renewable energy. The airport has achieved this milestone by using a combination of solar power, wind power, and energy efficiency measures.
The modern lifestyle has a substantial impact on the environment. The rise in consumerism, the use of fossil fuels, and the increase in population have all contributed to the rise in pollution and carbon emissions.
The World Economic Forum's (WEF) trillion trees movement, which aims to combat climate change and preserve biodiversity by growing, restoring, and conserving one trillion trees worldwide, is gaining momentum. India is playing a leading role in this initiative. Nicole Schwab, Co-Head of Nature-Based Solutions and Member of the Executive Committee of the WEF, spoke exclusively to NDTV about the trillion trees movement and India's involvement.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized that developing countries like India are bearing the consequences of the "wrong policies" pursued by certain developed nations. Speaking at a World Environment Day event in New Delhi, PM Modi stated that India has been actively advocating for climate justice and raising the issue with advanced and major countries. He called for collective action and urged all nations to transcend their selfish interests in order to protect the world's climate.
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