The viability of hydrogen as a clean and green fuel option is catching up soon around the globe. Several nations are already invested in this technology while others are exploring it as their basis for independence from fossil fuels.
Intense and extreme weather events, uneven rainfall, and widespread crop failures are a major problem in South Asia. Not to forget the climate-induced migration and dramatic shifts in biodiversity.South Asia is witnessing a series of impacts from climate change phenomenon. At the internationallevel there are frequent talks, commitments, and actions that need a deeper response amidst an intricate political atmosphere in this region. Nevertheless, there is actually a solid groundwork already laid down in terms of the regional organization, the efforts must now be towards a more collective and shared strategical approach.
A nation is built on the foundation of its constitution. It is the single most important determinant, to ensure our responsibilities as citizens. The Indian constitution is the fruit of labor. When we are talking about climate change and the need for countries to make policies around it, it is essential to learn what our constitution has provisioned about the environment.
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India’s leading position in world’s energy producers has been in a dilapidated state lately. With most of the power plants having just days worth of coal left, officials are pushing for alternative sources. Wind and solar sources are proving to be efficient replacements, but nuclear energy is also gaining attention.
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The global pandemic and the unpredictable lockdowns have paced up the digital journey for corporates, and small and medium enterprises in India, as reported by the DBS Digital Readiness Survey.
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One of the most awaited projects; the Ken-Betwa river link( KLBP) is set to launch on the 192nd anniversary of Rani Laxmibai. It stands at cross roads with respect to environmental approval due to the wildlife clearances involved.
The Delhi government is gearing up to implement a strategic climate change action plan with a German agency as its knowledge partner. An environment ministry official said the data from the last 10 years will be analyzed to prepare a plan for the next 10 years on air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, renewable energy, transport issues, air conditioning, heat islands, and agriculture patterns.
A study published in the International Journal of Climatology (IJC) has concluded the emergence of new heatwave hotspots in the north-western, central, and south-central parts of the Indian subcontinent.
A patient in Canada’s British Columbia has been diagnosed with breathing trouble as a consequence of “climate change”, probably the first such case recorded till date. The person was struggling to breathe ever since the recent wildfires occured in Kootenays, which worsened her asthma according to the Canada’s Times Colonist newspaper. Over 1,600 wildfires have occurred in the Kootenays region of British Columbia this year.
The consumption of milk and milk-related goods of all brands results in an estimated 30,000 tonnes of plastic trash being produced daily in Pune. A2 dairy start-up is working to lessen this landfill and plastic waste. In order to enable its customers to bring back their used but cleaned milk pouches for recycling, Truly Desi has partnered with the social organization ProEarth.
Orchids the International School (OIS), one of India's top K–12 school chains, has begun a mission to collect e-waste throughout the institution. The school network has teamed up with Z Enviro Industries Pvt Ltd to educate students about the e-waste management process and how they can help identify e-waste goods and contribute to the recycling of e-waste by comprehending the segregation process and disposal.
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.
Our carbon budget is not enough to maintain global warming by 2029, comparing to the previous years projections it has been cut to half. What's the actual reason behind this?
Rising temperatures caused by climate change put at risk the heart health of Americans, particularly the elderly and adults. According to a recent study published in the journal Circulation, the combination of temperature and humidity, known as the heat index, topped 90 degrees on average for 54 days per summer in the United States between 2008 and 2019. This sweltering weather caused an estimated 1,700 extra cardiovascular deaths per year.
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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.