The balance between development and environmental protection is a major issue today, especially in countries like India. As India strives for economic growth and better… Read More »Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
The oceans, covering 71% of our planet, play a crucial role in sustaining life and regulating climate, yet remain largely unexplored and misunderstood. As we… Read More »Oceans, Climate Change, And Our Future
In 2023, wildfires around the world released 7,330 million tonnes of CO2, as reported by the EU’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). This amount is… Read More »Wildfire Emissions
Attribution Source Source: What is the value of attributing extreme events to climate change? (The Hindu, May 23, 2024) Key Points Box Key Points Attribution… Read More »The Role Of Attribution In Climate Change Liability
India’s National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), launched in 2019, aims to curb air pollution by significantly reducing particulate matter (PM) concentration. The initial target was… Read More »National Clean Air Programme
Addressing the increasing severity of heatwaves in India requires comprehensive strategies that go beyond traditional approaches. While Heat Action Plans (HAPs) offer crucial guidelines, numerous… Read More »India’s Heat Action Plans
The Supreme Court of India recently ruled that people should be protected from the harmful effects of climate change. According to the ruling environmental rights… Read More »Supreme Court Links Environment To Human Rights
Black carbon, emitted alongside other pollutants from incomplete combustion of biomass and fossil fuels, contributes to global warming and poses serious health risks. India, with… Read More »Explained: Black Carbon Emissions
In the wake of a recent interim order from the Supreme Court, the discourse surrounding India’s forest definitions has once again taken centre stage. This… Read More »Supreme Court Revives 28-Year-Old Forest Definition Debate
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) plays a crucial role in shaping our understanding and responses to climate change. Through its comprehensive assessment reports,… Read More »IPCC’s Role In The Global Climate Agenda