Environment

Residents of Mumbai and Kolkata can now be alert of poor air quality in advance, all thanks to the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS). This has been developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, to monitor and share real-time and forecasted data on PM2.5 and PM10 pollutant levels across the...

Air pollution has become an alarming global crisis, with its detrimental effects extending far beyond the immediate environment. Fine particulate air pollution, specifically PM2.5, has emerged as a silent but deadly killer, affecting millions of lives across the world. In India, a nation grappling with severe air pollution levels, the consequences are particularly dire....

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to appreciate the efforts made by Indian Railways for harnessing solar power, calling it a 'commendable progress' in India's commitment towards a greener future. The Prime Minister reacted to a post made by the Ministry of Railways on micro-blogging platform X (formerly Twitter) to express his...

In a transformative leap towards a more sustainable future, Google has unveiled a suite of groundbreaking sustainability APIs at its recent Google Cloud Next event. These APIs, born from the success of initiatives like Project Sunroof, tap into the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to provide developers with real-time data on solar energy potential,...

As our planet undergoes rapid climate changes, new terms and measurements are emerging to help us grasp the complex interplay between weather, temperature, and humidity. One such critical concept is the "wet bulb temperature." While air temperature alone often dictates our understanding of hot days, the wet bulb temperature offers a more comprehensive view,...

Indian states like Rajasthan, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu have stood by Himachal Pradesh in this hour of crisis as India’s popular tourist destination Himachal Pradesh is battling a natural disaster and people are losing their lives. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu took to X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday morning, urging people to refrain from non-essential...

In a first in India, state-owned power giant NTPC is all set to begin trial run of intracity Hydrogen Buses in Leh. With the goal of making Ladakh Carbon-Neutral, NTPC (formerly National Thermal Power Corporation) is setting up Hydrogen Fuelling Station, Solar Plant and providing five Fuel Cell buses for operation on intracity routes...

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7, as set by the United Nations, is dedicated to ensuring access to sustainable, reliable, affordable and modern energy solutions for all by 2030. It recognizes that access to clean and affordable energy is vital for many areas of economic and social development. This includes poverty eradication, food production, clean...

Water scarcity has evolved into a critical global concern, casting its shadow over numerous regions worldwide. A convergence of factors, including rapid population growth, escalating urbanization, unchecked industrialization, the looming spectre of climate change, and ineffective water management practices, has coalesced to give rise to the widespread spectre of water scarcity. The ramifications of...

In the intricate world of international trade agreements, where economic interests often take centre stage, a surprising twist has occurred that underscores the growing influence of environmental concerns. The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), a groundbreaking trade pact involving thirteen nations, has encountered an unexpected obstacle—an anti-whaling provision that has thrown the entire agreement into...

In recent years, the world has been witnessing a growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental consciousness. Among the numerous avenues explored to mitigate the adverse impacts of fossil fuel consumption, biofuels have emerged as a promising solution. In the Indian context, the promotion of biofuels has gained significant momentum, not only for their potential...

Mumbai, 8 August 2023 – The CSR Journal is delighted to announce the official opening of applications for The CSR Journal Excellence Awards 2023, a momentous event commemorating a decade of dedicated efforts in advancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India. Corporations across the nation are invited to participate in this prestigious event and...