Alarmed by the millions of deaths caused by pollution each year, nations are joining forces to fight back. A new science-policy panel is being created to arm policymakers with solid, independent data on chemicals, waste, and pollution. This will empower them to craft effective policies that tackle the threats these pose to human health and the environment.
NASA takes to the skies to combat Asian air pollution. In an effort to combat air pollution in Asia, NASA is launching a large-scale research project.
In his address at the 23rd World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS), Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi highlighted the urgent need for collective efforts to combat climate change.
Gone are the days of choosing between style and sustainability. Enter Reroute, a revolutionary footwear brand founded by the Dalal siblings, Parth and Karishma, that champions both. Launched in May 2023, Reroute isn't just a brand; it's a movement towards intertwining technology, sustainability, and social responsibility within the footwear industry.
The fight against climate change demands solutions, and future generations hold the key. Educational programs fostering an understanding of sustainable and renewable energy (SRE) equip students with the knowledge and skills to become active participants in building a greener future.
The Rajya Sabha enacted the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024, which changed several of the regulations in the existing 1974 law. The changes focus on fines for industries that violate pollution regulations. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav believes that these improvements will benefit both industry and the environment. Instead of punishment, industries will be fined for the majority of violations.
The Bombay High Court has expressed deep concern over air pollution in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and asked the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) to conduct a detailed pollution assessment of local industry.
The chief secretary of Haryana, Sanjeev Kaushal, has directed the formation of coordination committees in each district. These committees will be made up of officials from many departments, including development and panchayats, irrigation and water resources, the HSVP, public health engineering, and municipal corporations.
The Goa government has established streamlined procedures to attract investors, with the objective of promoting the establishment of environmentally sustainable industries that can contribute to the state's progress.
The 'India Energy Week 2024' enters its second day, focusing on renewable energy, technical developments, and decarbonization plans in the energy industry. The agenda begins with discussions on the possibility of renewable energy to fulfill global demands and progresses to an exploration of the future of refining and petrochemicals, refining technological breakthroughs, and logistics efficiency for carbon reduction.
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Technology is a useful servant, but a dangerous master, it was rightly said. Electronic devices have grown into an inevitable part of our daily lives.