Despite a renewed conversation on air pollution, there was no impact this Diwali on the use of firecrackers, which create the most dangerous pollutants
The day began with a bang, or actually a series of bangs, as children started setting off firecrackers in the morning to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, in India. In fact, the firecrackers had been going off for a while, and since Diwali…Read More
As pollution levels rise in India’s capital city before Diwali celebrations, the only step the government seems to be taking is banning Chinese firecrackers
As Diwali approaches, the Delhi government is cracking down on Chinese firecrackers to stop the rise in air pollution. Of special worry are PM 2.5 levels, particulate matter that are less than 2.5 microns in width…Read More
Local green bond issuances are helping companies in India to raise money for eco-friendly projects that provide investors a responsible alternative
India has emerged as a good destination for investors wanting to put their money in projects with a low carbon footprint. The country now ranks 7th internationally for total green bond issuances amounting to USD 2.7 billion in October…Read More
To cope with changing rainfall patterns and crop failures, some farmers in northern Karnataka have restarted growing organic cotton varieties that require much lower inputs and water to cultivate
On the outskirts of Raichur, once known as Karnataka’s cotton city, Ramesh Rangappa proudly shows off his recently planted acre of organic cotton…Read More
In line with India’s ratification of the Paris Climate Agreement, there is an increased focus on setting voluntary emission-reduction and renewable energy targets among top domestic companies
Almost a fourth of India’s top 200 listed firms have set voluntary emission-reduction targets to transition to a low carbon economy, said a new report released on October 25…Read More
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