Environment

In a major development, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has unveiled its interim report titled "Towards Eliminating Plastic Pollution by 2040: A Policy Scenario Analysis." Timed just ahead of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution (INC3) set for November 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya, this report follows discussions from the recent...

In a recent Bain & Company survey, a resounding 60% of businesses find themselves grappling with formidable challenges on the path to achieving their sustainability goals. This disconcerting revelation not only casts shadows on the corporate world's dedication to environmental stewardship but also serves as a clarion call for an immediate and comprehensive reevaluation...

While we love decking up our homes during the festival of Diwali with lights, flowers, candles, earthen lamps and various home decor items, it would also be a great idea to light up a few more homes around ours, the residents of which wait round the year to sell diyas handmade by them, artificial...

War and armed conflict often bring to mind images of destruction, loss of life, and chaos. While these are the most visible and immediate consequences, there is another casualty of conflict that is often overlooked: the environment. International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict, observed on November...

In a striking and urgent call for climate action, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres recently visited the Himalayan region to witness the devastating impact of climate change on rapidly melting glaciers. As the Himalayas face unprecedented glacial loss and its far-reaching consequences, Guterres issued a passionate plea to the world to "stop the madness" of...

India is working steadily towards sustainability, with a major focus on Green Energy generation and promotion. The Ministry of Coal and Ministry of New & Renewable Energy have decided to work together in a bid to promote green energy. The decision was taken during a secretary-level joint meeting between the two ministries last week. In...

The plastic waste crisis is a massive problem today that the world is facing. It is projected that by the year 2050, if we continue to use and dispose of plastic at the current pace, we will have around 400 million metric tonnes of plastic waste. In a 2023 report titled 'Plastics: The Potential...

In 2023, sustainability takes centre stage for India and the world as nations continue their relentless pursuit of a more environmentally, economically, and socially resilient future. The Sustainable Trade Index (STI), an annual ranking developed by The Hinrich Foundation in partnership with the IMD World Competitiveness Center, provides a crucial insight into the sustainability...

The vibrant festival of Navratri, celebrated with fervour and devotion, unfolds over a span of nine auspicious days. Each day holds a unique significance, and on the fifth day of this grand celebration, devotees pay homage to Maa Skandamata, the fifth form of the revered goddess Durga. The name "Skandamata" is a composite of two...

The fourth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Kushmanda. Maa Kushmanda is believed to be the creative power of the universe. She is associated with the endowment of vegetation on earth. On this day, let us celebrate the contribution of five women who have played a significant role in environment...

New research has shed light on the alarming consequences of climate change, revealing that it may lead to global warming by the end of the century. This could result in heart attacks and heat strokes in densely populated regions, with India and the Indus Valley among the most vulnerable areas. The findings from interdisciplinary...

Durga Puja, which has been honoured by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as an 'Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity' in 2021, is an important platform to raise awareness. Using Durga Puja as a platform to spread awareness on environment conservation, this year, famous South Kolkata Club New Alipore Suruchi Sangha...