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India Crosses 15 GW Rooftop Solar Installed Capacity, Strengthening Clean Energy Push

The achievement brings India a step closer to its target of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, in line with its Paris Agreement commitments India has reached a major milestone in its renewable energy journey, with more than 15 GW of grid-connected rooftop solar capacity installed over the past five years. Minister of State […]

Sheffield Startup Unveils Eco-bricks That Capture Carbon, Cut Emissions

Manufactured in Wuhan, China, earth4Earth aims to shift production to the UK by 2026 to minimise the carbon footprint associated with international transport Sheffield-based startup earth4Earth has introduced a pioneering line of eco-bricks that actively absorb and permanently store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere without emitting CO₂ during production. Unlike traditional bricks that require energy-intensive […]

India Boosts Climate Preparedness With 14 New Tools From Earth Sciences Ministry

 Minister Jitendra Singh says Deep Ocean Mission can drive future economy, hails tech-powered citizen services India sharpened its climate resilience strategy with the launch of 14 major scientific tools and services by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) on its 19th Foundation Day in New Delhi on 28 July 2025. Union Minister of State, Jitendra […]

Uttar Pradesh Deepens Green Energy Ties With Japan

State delegation explores green hydrogen partnerships, tech transfer to boost clean energy innovation Uttar Pradesh is stepping up its clean energy ambitions through strategic international partnerships, with a high-level delegation currently visiting Japan to explore collaborations in green hydrogen, renewable energy, and advanced mobility solutions. Led by Awanish Awasthi, Advisor to the Chief Minister of […]

81 Elephants Killed In Train Collisions Over Five Years: Govt

Government identifies 77 railway stretches for mitigation, sensor tech, underpasses and official training rolled out A total of 81 elephants died in train collisions across India between 2019-20 and 2023-24. The government informed Parliament on 28 July (Monday). The fatalities reported by states and union territories have prompted intensified efforts by the Ministry of Environment, […]

Microsoft, J.P. Morgan Lead $210 Mn Investment In US Forest-based Carbon Removal

Financing model applies infrastructure-style lending to voluntary carbon market A USD 210 million carbon removal initiative backed by Microsoft and JP Morgan is set to expand forest-based climate mitigation projects across the United States. The funding, structured as a non-recourse project finance deal, was arranged by carbon removal firm Chestnut Carbon and is being described […]

MIT-WPU’s NSRTC 2025 Concludes With Focus On AI, Sustainability, And Scientific Collaboration

    The 2nd National Scientists’ Round Table Conference (NSRTC 2025), hosted by MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), concluded in Pune this week, bringing together over 70 leading scientists, including 36 recipients of the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar and Padma awards. The three-day event served as a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue on science, technology, and innovation […]

Indian Cities Need More Autonomy To Tackle Climate Risks, Says World Bank Official

At USD 2.4 trillion by 2050, India’s urban climate resilience bill demands localised decision-making and flexible implementation of decentralisation reforms, World Bank report suggests Indian cities will require greater autonomy to invest effectively in climate change adaptation and mitigation, said Auguste Tano Kouame, World Bank Country Director for India, as he called for stronger local […]

Make In India For A Greener Grid: Localising Renewable Energy Components To Power Sustainable Growth

Along with growing environmental imperatives, the transformation also represents a strategic economic opportunity that positions India as a global leader in the clean energy transition Byline: Anurag Agarwal CEO- Global Exports & New Businesses Polycab India For decades, India’s energy landscape was marked by dependence on imported oil, coal, and increasingly, renewable energy equipment. But […]

Royal Canin Appoints Rémi Rocca As Global Vice President Of Sustainability

Former McDonald’s executive to steer sustainability strategy as Royal Canin targets net-zero emissions and expands regenerative agriculture efforts Royal Canin, a division of Mars, Incorporated, has named Rémi Rocca as its new Global Vice President of Sustainability. Rocca brings nearly two decades of experience in sustainability, supply chain and corporate affairs, having previously held leadership […]