India has recently conducted its first Water Census, a groundbreaking survey of the country’s water resources, usage patterns, and conservation measures. The Ministry of Jal Shakti, the government body responsible for water resources in India, conducted the census across all 7180 blocks in the country. One of the states covered under the census was Madhya … Read more
Electronic waste, or e-waste, is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world, and Delhi is no exception. To address this growing problem, the Delhi government announced an e-waste park in Holambi Kalan in 2021. Although, this is a positive step towards e-waste management, there are still many challenges that need to be addressed. … Read more
As the world approaches 2050, the future of energy consumption seems to be in a plateau state before sliding down. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has projected India to become the largest energy growth market by 2040. However, the current demand for oil in India is high, as the country heavily relies on fossil fuels … Read more
Germany is known for its engineering prowess, technological innovation, and environmental consciousness. These attributes culminated in one of the most ambitious energy experiments ever undertaken. the term ‘Energiewende’, which means “energy transition” in German. This experiment seeks to transition Germany from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. In … Read more
The Indian government’s decision to stop providing project impact details on its Parivesh website has raised concerns among environmentalists and experts. The decision was announced by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), which said that it would only disclose information under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. They cited confidentiality and sensitivity, … Read more
The Indian government has set an ambitious target of 100% electrification of public transport and 40% electrification of private vehicles by 2030. This is being done to reduce carbon emissions and promote clean energy. In recent years, the government has taken several steps to promote the adoption of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Steps taken … Read more
Greenwashing cases in India | Greenwashing refers to the practice of making false or exaggerated claims about a product’s environmental benefits or sustainability to attract consumers. It is a marketing strategy used by companies to appeal to the growing market demand for eco-friendly products. However, these claims often mislead consumers into thinking that they are … Read more
The world is facing an existential crisis in the form of climate change, and there is a growing consensus that urgent action is needed to mitigate its impact. The recent G7 summit has generated significant attention for its commitment to accelerate the clean energy transition to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. However, the group’s … Read more
India has been at the forefront of sustainability for a while now, with its Green Skill Development Program (GSDP) being a prime example. The program was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), to impart green skills to 5.5 lakh youth by 2021-22. The GSDP has been making remarkable … Read more
Adivasis and other forest-dwelling tribes have paid the price of wildlife conservation by losing their ancestral lands and livelihoods.
