Category: Environment
Invasive Alien Species
Among the seven countries in South Asia, India holds the distinction of having the largest land area and is home to 185 invasive alien plant species.
An expansive land management policy is overdue
Fragmented approach to land management necessitates urgent intervention and policy reform.
What are IPCC’s assessment reports?
With the recent conclusion of the Sixth Assessment Report (AR6), discussions have now shifted towards the initiation of the seventh assessment cycle (AR7). A recent meeting held in Turkey marked the beginning of the AR7 cycle and set the stage for deliberations on crucial aspects such as report contents, timelines, and alignment with global climate goals.
Behind escalating human-animal conflict in Kerala
The recent incident in Wayanad, Kerala, where a wild elephant tragically killed a man, sheds light on the escalating human-animal conflict in the region.
Equity concerns in banning fossil fuel extraction
This article discusses the imperative for equitable phasing out of fossil fuels, international legal considerations, and the situation in India amidst global efforts to mitigate climate change
Cheetah reintroduction
The recent birth of seven cheetah cubs in Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park marks a significant milestone in India’s Project Cheetah, aimed at reintroducing cheetahs to the country.
Forest Cover in India
A recent article in the Nature Geoscience journal indicated that an increase in tree plantations led to a nearly 38% decrease in water availability in certain global river basins.
Snowless Kashmir
The article discusses the lack of snowfall in Kashmir, India, during the winter of 2023-2024. This has had a significant impact on the region, affecting tourism, agriculture, and the environment.
Warming up to climate change
This article discusses the recent record-breaking temperatures of 2023 and the role of greenhouse gases in climate change. It aims to answer the question of why human emissions of greenhouse gases matter even though these gases occur naturally.
A look at Project Tiger – 50 years on
As India completes 50 years of Project Tiger, the article paints a nuanced picture of India’s tiger conservation efforts, highlighting the challenges of balancing the needs of tigers with the needs of the people who share their habitat
India’s Green Future through BioCNG
The Hindu editorial based on “Biogas can fuel a green economy”
Renewable Energy: Issues and Challenges
International Energy Agency (IEA) has urged governments to pledge to triple the global capacity of renewables by 2030 in preparation for COP 28. However, some major participants have not yet committed to this pledge.