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Spring is a time of renewal, growth, and rejuvenation for trees. It is a time when the leaves and branches begin to sprout and the roots begin to absorb more nutrients from the soil. However, despite the temptation to prune or fell trees during this season, it is not the ideal time to do so. … Read more
On March 28, 2023, the Minister of Energy, RK Singh, informed the Rajya Sabha that India’s thermal power plants produced 0.9675 metric tons of carbon dioxide per megawatt-hour during the 2021-22 period. According to the Minister, several power plants have implemented advanced technologies to enhance their efficiency. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the entire Flue … Read more
In a report published by the journal Lancet Countdown, the consequences of high temperatures in South America were analyzed for the first time. One of the findings was the 35% increase in dengue during 2012-2021, compared to 1951-1960. 35% increase in dengue The document mentioned that “the temperate countries of the Southern Cone are very vulnerable to the … Read more
Landslides are becoming more frequent and deadly in recent years, with 2022 recording one of the highest numbers of fatalities. This phenomenon is caused by the two major factors of climate change and urban sprawl. Landslide occurrences have increased tenfold in the past five decades, and the combined impact of climate change and urbanization will … Read more
The Center for Policy Research (CPR) has released a report titled “How is India adapting to heatwaves?”, which highlights India’s lack of preparedness for extreme heat events. The Heat Action Plan (HAP) is the primary policy response to severe heatwaves in India, aiming to mitigate the resulting economic losses through various early onset, disaster response, … Read more
One of the eight cheetahs that were relocated from Namibia to India has died due to kidney-related problems. Sasha, a five-year-old female cheetah, was part of the first batch of cheetahs flown into Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park. The cheetah was one of two female big cats released in Kuno by Prime Minister Narendra Modi … Read more
The contamination of drinking water is a widespread environmental issue that affects both humans and aquatic life. The provision of clean and safe drinking water is a significant challenge globally, requiring consideration of quality, acceptability, and quantity to ensure public health protection. Lack of organization in water supply systems leaves billions without access to safe … Read more
A group of parliamentarians from various political parties and provinces in India have joined forces to tackle the issue of air pollution through the Parliamentarians Group for Clean Air (PGCA). The non-partisan group consists of 35 MPs who aim to raise awareness and take corrective action regarding air pollution, recognizing the public health threat it … Read more
Surveys and studies reveal that the majority of today’s youth are deeply concerned about the health of the planet and are demanding systemic changes in the ways of producing and relating to avoid the adverse effects of climate change. The school system, which sees thousands of young people with dreams, concerns, and hopes to pass … Read more
The global population could decrease to six billion by the end of the century if there is a substantial investment in tackling poverty and inequality, according to researchers. The report evaluated different policies to determine their potential impact worldwide and concluded that the population could reach 8.5 billion by 2040 before declining by 2100, provided … Read more
