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All for a global Mutirao against climate change at Belem

New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- "Be the change that you wish to see in the world" Mahatma Gandhi It's an established record that 2024 has been the warmest year and the first year that the average global temp... Read More


Solving the world's microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed

New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- Summary Following the breakdown of global treaty discussions, local governments are stepping up to address the microplastics issue. Key strategies include improving recycling p... Read More


Daily Heat Tracker: Hisar records highest day-time temperature

New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- Note: Data for capital cities of 27 states (data not available for Goa) and 8 union territories. In certain states where data is not available for the capital city, data for one... Read More


India to add 97 GW of coal by 2035 as regulators seek to steady grid amid renewables surge

New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- Summary India to add 97 GW of new coal capacity by 2035 for supply reliability CEA warns of "high-risk phase" in energy transition with steep ramping needs Nuclear capacity to... Read More


To make Shimla like Switzerland, we must first learn from the Swiss' careful planning and execution of mountain projects

New Delhi, Sept. 16 -- Himachal Pradesh, like in 2023, is once again facing the severe brunt of natural disasters this year. According to the State Emergency Operation Centre, from June 20 to Septembe... Read More


Increased emissions threaten solar infrastructure in India: Study

New Delhi, Sept. 16 -- Summary India's solar infrastructure, especially in southern, central, and eastern regions, faces risks from increased greenhouse gas emissions. Surface solar radiation could d... Read More


World Ozone Day: Earth's protective layer on track to return to 1980s levels by mid-century, says WMO

New Delhi, Sept. 16 -- Summary WMO Bulletin finds ozone hole in 2024 was smaller than in recent years. Global action under Montreal Protocol has phased out 99% of ozone-depleting substances. Ozone l... Read More


Southeast Asia's $208-bn nuclear push hinges on small modular reactors: Wood Mackenzie

New Delhi, Sept. 15 -- Summary Southeast Asia is set to invest $208 billion in nuclear power by 2050. The focus will be on small modular reactors (SMRs) despite their high costs, according to Wood Ma... Read More


Kerala's Draft Wildlife Bill is a dangerous shortcut with far-reaching consequences

New Delhi, Sept. 15 -- Kerala recently unveiled a draft law, the Wildlife Protection (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which seeks to fundamentally alter how conservation is practiced. The draft law's release c... Read More


Why Tanzanian start-ups need finance to fight climate change

New Delhi, Sept. 15 -- Summary Tanzanian start-ups are crucial in combating climate change, particularly through innovative uses of seaweed for bio-stimulants and biodegradable materials. However, th... Read More