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India Leading Global Efforts To Fight Climate Change

The Prime Minister extended greetings for the 23 edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit, which coincides with the 50 anniversary of TERI  Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a written message for the inauguration of the World Sustainable Development Summit by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), emphasised India’s pivotal role in the global fight […]

Collaboration: Key Strategy For Addressing Climate Crises

The World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS), renowned for its significant contributions to the climate discourse, commenced on 7 February with a unique focus on “Climate Action, Peace and Spirituality” Vibha Dhawan, Director General of TERI, highlighted the need to recognise the sacredness of our relationship with nature, emphasising the profound impact of human intentions and […]

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 […]

India Holds A 2500-Year-Old Solution For Combating Climate Change

Researchers from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences have meticulously analysed archaeological, botanical and isotopic data to construct a 2500-year timeline of human occupation at Vadnagar  In the arid expanse of Gujarat’s Vadnagar, a recent study has unveiled the resilience of its agricultural economy throughout centuries of fluctuating monsoon rains. Conducted by researchers from the […]

Study Predicts Climate Change Could Slash India’s Labor Productivity To 40% By 2100

The maximum work capacity achievable by individuals in a cool climate was used as the benchmark for the study, representing 100 per cent physical work capacity   A recent study published in Global Change Biology highlights the potential detrimental impact of climate change on labour productivity in countries like India and Pakistan. The research indicates a […]

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The Cold Truth Of The Warmest Year – 2023

According to data from EU climate monitors, 2023 was 1.48 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial times, just below the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit set in the Paris Climate Accord    The year 2023 was the hottest on record for Earth, breaking the previous record set in 2016. The average global temperature from 1991 to 2020 increased […]

The Contribution Of Waste Management To Mitigating Climate Change

As we navigate the challenges of climate change, one crucial aspect often overlooked is the significant impact of waste management practices. The management of waste is not just about fulfilling a responsibility; it’s about wielding a powerful solution in taming the very driver of climate change—greenhouse gas emissions. The process of waste breakdown, particularly the […]

Gautam Adani Pitches For Balanced Approach To Energy

The share of coal-fired electricity in India’s power mix is projected to rise to 77 per cent by 2025, subsequently decreasing to 71 per cent in 2030 and 52 per cent in 2050 as renewable power gains traction  During the ongoing 28 UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, billionaire Gautam Adani has underscored the […]

More Than 50 % Of Indians Face High Health Risks Due To Climate Change

Using 50 indicators across 640 Indian districts, researchers mapped exposure, sensitivity to the hot weather and adaptive capacities (ACs) to gauge health vulnerability Although everyone is impacted by climate change, these effects are not all the same. Better off people with access to social safety nets, education, steady jobs, and better living conditions are also […]

Hotter Weather Because Of climate Change May Mean More Mosquitos: Study

According to a recent study done by Virginia Commonwealth University experts, a warmer environment may result in more mosquitos as predators struggle to manage their population    As the cover feature in Ecology, a journal published by the Ecological Society of America, the study — “Warming and Top-Down Control of Stage-Structured Prey: Linking Theory to […]