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The Impact of Climate Change on Facility Management Role

Experts from various sectors discuss climate change solutions including renewable energy, sustainable practices, and facility management at a conference.   “Do you think climate change is a myth? this is the question is asked my colleagues and they collectively said, no this is not a myth, it’s happening big time now.” “We are recognising climate […]

We Are Giving Momentum To Rural Economy Through ‘Waste to Wealth Management’- PM Modi

From waste to wealth: Prime Minister Modi’s drive for rural prosperity   Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made ambitious plans to invigorate India’s rural economy through the implementation of Waste to Wealth Management during his speech at India Energy Week 2024. This statement comes at a significant juncture as India’s GDP rate surpassed 7.5 per […]

Snap-E Cabs Raises $2.5 Million, To Add 300-400 EVs By FY24

India’s ambitious EV goals can significantly impact global oil markets and transition to sustainable development  Electric vehicle ride-hailing platform Snap-E Cabs said it had secured USD 2.5 million in a pre-series A round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). According to media reports, the fresh funds will fuel talent acquisition, technology upgrades, new services, and […]

Waaree Renewable Technologies To Set Up Solar Project Worth Rs 547 Crore

The projects are scheduled to be completed in December 2024, as per the terms of the order  Waaree Renewable Technologies said it has bagged an order worth Rs 547.5 crore for a 412 MW solar energy project, according to media reports. The company’s unexecuted order book now stands at 1.161 GW, according to a BSE […]

Another Step Towards Net-Zero Economy

The push for Electric Vehicle (EV) ecosystem creation and the large-scale roll-out of e-buses through payment security mechanisms will decarbonise the mobility sector while propelling India as a potential EV manufacturing hub  Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled ambitious plans during her Budget 2024 speech, aiming to significantly advance India’s renewable energy agenda. Central to […]

Empowering Marginalised Communities Needed To Strengthen Carbon Markets

Carbon markets are fast emerging as a critical mechanism for facilitating global climate action   The climate crisis continues to exert its grip globally, with rising temperatures, sea level increases, shifting precipitation patterns, and heightened frequency of extreme weather events. However, the brunt of these impacts falls disproportionately on marginalised communities, despite their minimal contribution […]

Report Reveals Developed Countries’ Performance In Mitigating Climate Change

Developed countries’ efforts to reduce emissions directly impact the limited carbon budget available to developing countries  Climate transparency reports offer valuable insights into the efforts of developed nations towards achieving climate-related goals, but questions linger regarding their effectiveness in building trust in these commitments. With the global carbon budget dwindling rapidly – estimated to be […]

Forests’ Carbon Uptake Decreased By Approximately 6 Per Cent

Trees soak up CO2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis, acting as a natural carbon sink   Recent research published in Nature in December 2023 suggests that forests’ ability to absorb carbon may be more susceptible to rising temperatures than previously understood. Despite a notable 6.75 per cent increase in India’s forest canopy cover from 2001 […]

India’s Metal Production Gets Boost With Adani’s $1.2 Bn Copper Plant

Adani wants to become a global leader in the copper business, leveraging the Adani Group’s strong position in resource trading, logistics, renewable power and infrastructure   The Gautam Adani-led group is currently constructing the world’s largest single-location copper manufacturing plant in Mundra, Gujarat. This project, with an estimated cost of USD 1.2 billion, aims to […]

Rooftop Solar Panels Along Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS To Reduce Emissions: NCRTC

NCRTC aspires to cover 70 per cent of the total energy requirement of the entire Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor through solar energy The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is making significant strides towards renewable energy adoption, with plans to install approximately 11 megawatts of solar capacity across its rooftop spaces along the 82 km-long Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut […]