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The delta dilemma: Crisis and the search for solutions
April 3, 2025, 8:45 PM IST
Deltas represent low-lying socio-environmental geographical regions characterized by the dynamic interaction between rivers, land, and oceans. These areas are shaped by a combination of fluvial and marine processes, as well as by human activities, including…
April 3, 2025, 8:45 PM IST
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Low emission zones: A roadmap to cleaner air in India
March 27, 2025, 10:59 PM IST
With vehicular emissions driving India’s air pollution crisis, low emission zones (LEZs) offer a viable solution to improving air quality, reducing congestion, and creating healthier, liveable cities Air pollution has escalated from an environmental issue…
March 27, 2025, 10:59 PM IST
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What the Tiger sees: A jungle of grace, a chorus of chaos
March 24, 2025, 3:29 PM IST
A personal journey through Ranthambhore, where awe meets unease in the company of stripes and silence. My recent trip to Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the southeastern part of Rajasthan,…
March 24, 2025, 3:29 PM IST
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Why climate plantations are not the silver bullet we hoped for
February 21, 2025, 9:22 PM IST
For years, climate plantations—vast swaths of land dedicated to fast-growing crops that are burned for energy while capturing and storing the released CO2—have been hailed as a potential game-changer in our fight against climate change….
February 21, 2025, 9:22 PM IST
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‘Trump’s green energy rollback will hurt US economy. India can show world growth is possible without carbon pollution’
February 18, 2025, 7:43 AM IST
As president of US-headquartered non-profit, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), Fred Krupp has been driving climate action, corporate sustainability and policy innovation around the world. In a conversation with Amit Bhattacharya during a visit to India,…
February 18, 2025, 7:43 AM IST
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Smart cities 1
February 9, 2025, 10:26 PM IST
While there is no universal definition of a smart city, it assumes that urban planners and policymakers want to use information and communication technologies to achieve sustainable development and improve quality of life. To a…
February 9, 2025, 10:26 PM IST
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Green taxonomy in India: A step towards global sustainability
February 4, 2025, 12:09 AM IST
As climate change continues to disrupt economies worldwide, the shift to sustainable financial models has become more urgent than ever. Green taxonomy—a structured way of classifying economic activities based on their environmental impact—has emerged as…
February 4, 2025, 12:09 AM IST
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Spotlight on erosion: Prioritizing the watersheds of the lower Sutlej river basin
February 2, 2025, 1:39 PM IST
The Sutlej River Basin isn’t just a geographical feature; it’s the pulse of Punjab, threading through its heartland, shaping its fields, feeding its people, dictating the rhythm of life in ways both visible and invisible….
February 2, 2025, 1:39 PM IST
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The long runway to decarbonized aviation
January 28, 2025, 3:28 PM IST
Aviation contributes approximately 2.5% of global carbon dioxide emissions. At first glance, that may not seem significant enough to demand our attention, especially when compared to sectors like manufacturing, energy generation, agriculture, or industrial processing,…
January 28, 2025, 3:28 PM IST
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International day of clean energy: Health benefits of clean energy
January 26, 2025, 3:54 PM IST
“Climate change is intrinsically linked to public health” – United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Clean energy has become a cornerstone of discussions surrounding sustainability and environmental responsibility. While its role in combating climate change…
January 26, 2025, 3:54 PM IST
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Drill, baby, drill. But also, green, baby, green
January 22, 2025, 7:36 AM IST
With Trump back in White House, there are concerns about future US climate change policies and approaches to clean energy sectors. Many fear that Trump’s administration will reverse the progress made under Biden, particularly concerning…
January 22, 2025, 7:36 AM IST
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Homegardens: A hidden solution to India’s sustainable development challenges
January 21, 2025, 4:02 PM IST
Imagine being in one of India’s bustling cities, surrounded by towering skyscrapers and the constant hum of honking cars. Amid this urban chaos, there lies an overlooked yet powerful solution to some of India’s biggest…
January 21, 2025, 4:02 PM IST
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Trump’s second term and the climate fight: Is there hope?
January 19, 2025, 10:05 PM IST
With Donald Trump officially swearing in for a second term on January 20, 2025, the climate conversation in the US is shifting to a new, even more uncertain chapter. Given his first term’s climate policies—pulling…
January 19, 2025, 10:05 PM IST
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Can sales agents drive the adoption of electric vehicles?
December 24, 2024, 11:58 AM IST
India’s transition to a net-zero society is contingent on not only innovation and improvements in low-carbon technologies but also people’s willingness to adopt them. While often overlooked, both individual and collective action are critical for reducing…
December 24, 2024, 11:58 AM IST
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Role Panchayats can play in addressing soil degradation & promoting sustainable agriculture in India
December 23, 2024, 2:41 PM IST
Introduction Raising alarm over soil degradation in India, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan, speaking at a Global Conference on Soil held in New Delhi, India. Stating that 30 % of Country’s land was degraded, the Minister highlighted the pivotal role soil plays…
December 23, 2024, 2:41 PM IST
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Here’s why climate communication misses the mark
December 17, 2024, 4:17 PM IST
Climate campaigns must move beyond doomsday messaging and connect with people’s realities and emotions to mobilise action. If you have been working in the climate space in India for long enough, you would know this: the…
December 17, 2024, 4:17 PM IST
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From smog to crime: How air pollution is shaping human behavior and public safety
December 8, 2024, 3:27 PM IST
Recent research has unveiled a concerning link between air pollution and increased criminal activity, suggesting that environmental factors may significantly influence human behavior. This analysis examines key studies that explore this association, highlighting the implications…
December 8, 2024, 3:27 PM IST
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Net Zero is a trap: Consumption/Ownership indexation is the only way we can save us
December 3, 2024, 11:01 PM IST
As I prefer to take my daily dose of toxicity through X, I am reading the Gen-whatever hounding Mr. Narayana Murthy for his statement about 5-day-week and work-life-balance. Though I am perfectly aware that the…
December 3, 2024, 11:01 PM IST
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Letter on women COs shows how some Army officers are stuck in a time warp
December 1, 2024, 5:00 AM IST
Earlier this week, the media exploded with the contents of a demi-official letter written by a general officer commanding of a corps of the Indian Army to his superior on the subject of women officers….
December 1, 2024, 5:00 AM IST
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The impact of North India smog and the complexities of cloud seeding as a mitigation measure
November 22, 2024, 4:01 PM IST
Introduction North India experiences a severe air pollution crisis every winter, particularly in the Indo-Gangetic Plain. The smog, caused by stubble burning, industrial emissions, vehicular pollution, and weather patterns, affects hundreds of millions of people, posing severe health,…
November 22, 2024, 4:01 PM IST
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