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IBM's State of Sustainability Readiness Report 2024 Shows India is a Leader in Al-Driven Sustainability Initiatives
Business leaders in India see the benefits of investing in IT for sustainability, with 98 per cent planning to increase investments in IT for sustainability over the next 12 months. Around 96 per cent of Indian executives surveyed believe AI will positively influence sustainability goals.
Sustainable Low-Carbon Heat Network For Meeting Woking Town Centre's Needs in London
In this article, Dr Marianne Furtado de Nazareth highlights that sustainable low-carbon heat network at Woking Town Centre in UK, London is a wonderful project as it will allow Woking to grow and develop in a sustainable way, utilizing low-carbon heat to meet the town's needs.
The True Cost of Wildfires
More than Dollars and Cents
Staying Connected with Nature With Our Daily Routines and Lifestyle
In this article, N Kalyani discusses how disconnected we are from nature, both in terms of using natural and organic products and aligning our lives with the natural world. Given the current state of our lives, it would be valuable and intriguing to explore ways—no matter how small-to reconnect with nature through our daily routines and lifestyle.
Tiger: Iconic Symbol of Asia
When Stripes Drew a Country’s Borders
Sacred Groves Help Community in Watershed Management
Pioneering Initiative in Velhe
Role of AI in Achieving Renewable Energy Goals For an Environmentally Sustainable Future
In this article, A Jyothi Mahalingam highlights how artificial intelligence (AI) has become crucial for sustainable renewable energy (RE) generation, driven by the growing demand for electricity.
The Global Plastic Crisis
Current Situation and Strategies to Combat Plastic Pollution
GRIHA Certification
The Green Gold Standard Transforming India's Real Estate Market
Decoding the Union Budget 2025
A Green Lens on Energy, Resilience, and Sustainable Development
The Enduring Legacy
The Tale of Bhopal Gas Tragedy Waste Disposal after 40 Years
Scientists Unlock Ice-Repelling Secrets of Polar Bear Fur For Sustainable Anti-Freezing Solutions
Polar bear fur's natural ability to resist ice formation could pave the way for safer, more sustainable solutions to prevent ice build-up across industries such as aviation and renewable energy, according to researchers at the University of Surrey.
Karanja Development Puts Strain on Infrastructure
But,the Port Rises Up to the Challenge
Mapping Flames Leveraging Remote Sensing and GIS for Forest Fire Prevention
Leveraging Remote Sensing and GIS for Forest Fire Prevention
Sustainability Practices and Their Significance in the Nutraceutical Industry
In this interaction with TerraGreen, Karthik Kondepudi, Partner, Herbochem, enlightens us on the significance of nutraceutical industry and how it could make noteworthy contributions towards mankind's quest towards sustainable development.
Why Aspiring Marketers Must Embrace Marketing Sustainability Practices?
A Snapshot of the Global Rising Trend
When Men and Mountain Meet Confluence of Unsustainable Tourism and Unsustainable Business
With this article, Rajshekhar Pant, makes us aware of the threats mountains are receiving as an outcome of the unsustainable development practices. He exerts that the inappropriate development despite taking a big toll, has blinded both the high-ups and commoners to such an extent that no one wants to say that tourism also brings trouble as long as it serves the purpose—need of the visitors and greed of the locals.
Art from Electric Trash
A New Dimension to the Sustainable Development
COP29 Key Outcomes and Challenges
This article by Arvind Kumar brings to us the major takeaways from the COP29. The author establishes how climate finance is the prerequisite for the effective realization of the ambitious climate action.
Future of Climate Change Negotiations Emerging Clues from the COP29
This article penned by Dr Vibha Dhawan and Mr R. R. Rashmi highlights the major takeaways of the recently concluded COP29. It serves the dual purpose of both light and sight. The authors' unbiased analysis reinforces our comprehension of the shortcomings of the environment summit that gave rise to the consequential outcomes. They opinethe most relevant COP in the coming years will be the COP 2028. As India has proposed to host the COP in 2028, it will have to play a decisive role not only in shaping the character of emerging global governance of climate change, but also in bringing together the international community against the climate change.
From Coastal Hamlet to International Port The Time Tells a Tale
This article by Gajanan Khergamker makes us co-passengers in the journey of Karanja Port. Earlier neglected and insignificant, Karanja, with its deep harbour, abundant land, and proximity to Mumbai, emerged as a viable solution in the government's quest for another port in Mumbai's vicinity. This marked a new beginning for the coastal fishing community.
New Research Drought Impacts on Wildlife Can Inform Conservation Strategies
A new research has established that many wildlife species will face much more frequent and severe droughts in the future. By 2050-80, year-long droughts could happen almost five times as often, and three-year droughts almost seven times as often compared to past decades. These changes will require animals to adapt significantly. Scientists have identified areas with high biodiversity and high risk that can help managers focus attention for conservation efforts. The south-western US is a critical area where many species will be more affected by increased droughts.
The Cooling Paradox How Our Quest for Comfort Fuels Climate Change?
This article written by Shaurya Anand sheds light on the urgency of striking a balance between energy generation, energy consumption, and environment when it comes to meeting our cooling needs. The author guides us how our dependency on cooling equipment fuels climate change and what solutions we can explore for a cooler and greener future.
Empowering Tomorrow's Workforce The Rise of Vocational Education in India
The young population in India presents both opportunities and challenges, as the workforce needs practical skills that conventional education often lacks. Vocational education and training VET) is essential to provide job-specific expertise, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry demands. In this article, Amarpreet Kaur and Vidhi Rani highlight that vocational education and training serve as a cornerstone in India’s efforts to propel economic growth and empower its burgeoning workforce. Vocational education and training are a fundamental component of modern education systems, addressing a pressing need in society. The alignment of VET with the G20 objectives emphasizes its crucial role in inclusive growth, employment, and human capital development.
Eco-conscious and Sustainability-focused Brand Kheoni Paving the Way for a Greener Future
\"If you really, truly are into sustainability, you cannot operate in isolation. You need to be transparent.\" -Khayal Garg, Green Warrior
Water Sustainability Flexible approaches for managing and conserving water resources
In this article, Vijeta Thakur and Dr S K Bhardwaj discuss innovative technologies for water conservation along with urban water management solutions. They also explore policy and governance approaches regarding water conservation. Implementing Integrated Water Resource Management IWRM) helps coordinate the management of water resources across different sectors and stakeholders, balancing competing demands and ensuring sustainable use. Developing transparent and equitable water allocation systems, coupled with appropriate pricing mechanisms that reflect the true value of water, can incentivize conservation and efficient use while ensuring access for all.
Lady Banks' Rose A Lady's Shady Rose
The world may have been having an irate look towards China, cursing her for COVID-19 virus, assertions in South China Sea, and her alleged expansionist policies and so on. Whether she really deserves these insinuations may be a matter of academic discussions; there however, is no denying to the fact that the old Dragon has bestowed the world with things beautiful enough to capture anybody's attention
The Vanishing Bristled Grassbird
In this article, Dr Surya Prakash tells us about the bristled grassbird, known scientifically as Chaetornis striatus. Endemic to the Indian subcontinent, the bristled grassbird finds itself perilously perched on the brink of endangerment, classified as a‘Vulnerable Species’ by the IUCN since 2010. The relentless decline in its population can be attributed primarily to habitat loss. Keep reading to know more...
Embracing Climate Disclosure Governance India's Banking Sector's Resilient Step
With the introduction of the Disclosure Framework on Climate-related Financial Risks 2024)’ by RBI, it is quite apparent that the banking sector is continuously striving towards sustainability and climate sensitization. The new framework evolves the narrative, acknowledging the inevitability of climate change affecting these entities and, consequently, the broader financial stability. The framework not only acts as a means to inform the various stakeholders about climate-related issues but also to develop a narrative of financial resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges related to climate risks. Naman Mishra and Dr Megha Jain say that the framework is built upon four main pillars—Governance, Strategy, Risk Management, and Metrics Targets. Keep reading to know more...
India's Carbon Market On the Verge of Reality
In this article, Yukta Anand and Prof. Asheesh Pandey throw light on carbon market, which is soon going to be a reality for India.