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UK Carbon Tax Casts Shadow On India’s Exports

The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), an economic think tank, has cautioned that crucial sectors such as iron, steel, aluminium, fertilisers, and cement will bear the brunt of this carbon tax   The United Kingdom revealed intentions on December 18 to implement a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in 2027, a calculated move that could change […]

India’s $2 Billion Hydrogen Bonanza Draws Intense Industry Interest  

Companies like Waaree Energies, Ohmium Operations, Advait Infratech and Acme Cleantech Solutions are competing for a share of the lucrative electrolyser manufacturing segment   Major industrial giants are engaged in intense rivalry as a result of India’s ambitious green hydrogen plan, which is supported by a hefty USD 2 billion incentive scheme. The 14 businesses competing for […]

EV Bus Penetration Set To Double Next Fiscal: Report

The report highlights the government’s commitment to overall decarbonisation, particularly in public transport, as a significant enabler for the increased adoption of e-buses   In a recent report, CRISIL Ratings stated that the share of electric buses (e-buses) in India is poised to double to 8 per cent in the next fiscal year, citing supportive policy […]

Plan To Restore Mangroves In Ennore Creek, Says TN Forest Dept

This restoration initiative will be executed in collaboration with specialised agencies such as the Centre for Environmental Studies, Anna University and the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF)    The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is actively developing a plan for the restoration of mangroves in Ennore Creek, where ongoing oil spill mitigation efforts are underway, according […]

1,219 Industrial Units Categorised As Most Polluting In Raigad

As per government norms, industrial units falling into the red category are subject to penalties and are initially instructed to halt production  A recent report from the finance and statistics department of the administration reveals that out of 3,393 industries in Maharashtra’s Raigad district, a significant 1,219 are identified as the most polluting. The industries […]

Tulsi Tea In Chalala: Transformation Schools, Transforming Lives

Upgraded wash facilities, ensured access to drinking water, and a dining hall have not only minimized absenteeism but also fostered an enriched learning atmosphere   Tulsi Tea, a cherished tea brand in Gujarat, has initiated a positive transformation in the lives of 288 students at Chalala Kanya Primary School in Amreli through its school improvement […]

COP28: Permanent Committee For Human Rights Holds Event Highlighting Links Between Climate Change, Gender-based Violence

Jamal Al Musharakh,  emphasised the importance of women’s role and gender equality in climate action. The UAE also submits a draft resolution on girls’ education to the Human Rights Council   The Permanent Committee for Human Rights in the UAE, in cooperation and partnership with the General Women’s Union and the UN Women Liaison Office for […]

Nations Reject Weak Carbon Market Rules

Countries have failed to adopt rules under Article 6.2, which covers bilateral actions between countries to reduce or remove greenhouse gas emissions  Nations failed to reach a consensus on regulations to create a global carbon market during the 28 Conference of Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which concluded on […]

Climate Change Is further Reducing Fish Stocks With Worrisome Implications For Global Food Supplies

A new study (which Aaron MacNeil contributed to) quantified nutrient availability from seafood through time considering the twin impacts of over-fishing and climate change    The health benefits of eating seafood are appreciated in many cultures which rely upon it to provide critical nutrients vital to our physical and mental development and health. Eating fish […]

By 2027 Electric Cars Will Be Cheaper Than Petrol Vehicles In India

By 2030, electric vehicles are predicted to capture a significant 62 per cent to 86 per cent of new vehicle sales, leading to the possible end of the era of combustion cars  Based to a cutting-edge study by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), electric vehicles (EVs) are on course to take more than two-thirds of […]