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Integration Of Social Learning Essential For Effective Green Tech Subsidies

A new study in The US says that government subsidies for green technology fall short because price tags are only one of the many consumer hang-ups over adopting EVs   In 2023, the average cost of electric vehicles (EVs) in the US stood at approximately USD 54,000, presenting a significant barrier to consumer adoption. In […]

Bharat Financial, Indusind Bank And Tamil Nadu Government Join Forces For Livestock Welfare Programme

The collaboration will offer doorstep veterinary services, artificial insemination, and information through Emergency Response Centres (ERC) operated by Bharat Financial Inclusion Limited and IndusInd Bank IndusInd Bank, along with its subsidiary Bharat Financial Inclusion  (BFIL), has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tamil Nadu government for the Bharat Sanjeevani Corporate Social Responsibility Programme. […]

India’s Coal-Fired Electricity Output & Emissions Hit Record Highs

India’s coal-fired electricity generation hit an all-time high in January 2024, accounting for 80 percent of its electricity output, tracking a worrying decline in clean energy generation to record lows India’s coal-fired electricity generation surged to unprecedented levels in January 2024, reaching a peak of 115 terawatt hours (TWh), as reported by energy think tank […]

India’s Renewable Energy Push Gets Boost With Massive Solar & Storage Project

The project is expected to generate an estimated 243.53 million units of energy annually and reduce carbon footprint by 4.87 million tonnes in 25 years, contributing significantly to India’s renewable energy goals   Tata Power Solar Systems (TPSSL) has announced the successful commissioning of a significant solar PV project in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, with a capacity […]

BPCL Leads Compressed Bio Gas (CBG) Production Initiative In Chhattisgarh

Bharat Petroleum Corporation  (BPCL) partners with Chhattisgarh authorities to establish Compressed Bio Gas (CBG) plants, investing Rs 100 crore each in Raipur and Bhilai, signalling a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions and economic growth in the region Bharat Petroleum Corporation  (BPCL), a prominent Fortune 500 Maharatna Energy Conglomerate, has reached a significant milestone in […]

Green Climate Fund Supports Avaana Capital’s Significant Investment Advancing India’s Sustainable Future

The Green Climate Fund’s substantial investment in Avaana Capital’s sustainability initiative signifies transformative impact of climate-focused investments in the region Avaana Capital, renowned for its thematic strategy and focus on sustainable investments, has introduced the approval of investment in the “Avaana Climate and Sustainability” fund by the Green Climate Fund (GCF). This initiative, valued at […]

HCLTech Included In S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook For Second Year In A Row

HCL Technologies secures its place in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 for the second year, showcasing its steadfast commitment to sustainable business practices and technological solutions HCL Technologies, a prominent global technology firm, has secured its place in the prestigious S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 for the second consecutive year. The company’s inclusion in […]

India Shipping To Switch Over To Renewable Energy By 2026 To Meet Net Zero

India plans to convert all its coastal and inland waterways shipping to renewable energy by 2026. The move is part of India’s efforts to boost its renewable energy share and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping industry India’s shipping sector is poised for a significant shift towards renewable energy sources, with ambitions to transition […]

Implementation Challenges: Loss and Damage Fund Faces Hurdles Despite Global Commitments

Loss and Damage Fund faces significant hurdles, hindering its effectiveness in addressing climate change impacts. Challenges include funding shortages, governance issues and disagreements over scope and responsibility Despite global commitments and diplomatic efforts, the operationalisation of the Loss and Damage Fund, a critical component of climate finance mechanisms, faces significant challenges, hindering its effectiveness in addressing […]

Women, Children Bear Climate Change’s Brunt Across India’s Agroecological Zones: Report

Study ‘How does climate change impact women and children across agroecological zones in India’ reveals stark gender disparities and heightened risks, emphasizing urgent need for inclusive climate action Amid the ongoing climate change crisis, the rise in temperature poses serious health risks to pregnant women, including preterm delivery, gestational hypertension and pre-eclampsia, according to a […]