New Delhi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday said measures to tackle climate change should not be used to justify arbitrary trade restrictions.Addressing the plenary session of the 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Russia, he cautioned that the tendency to take unilateral action is...
New Delhi, July 12, 2024:• Recognized for best-in-class energy efficiency efforts at the company's Chennai plant.• Schneider Electric Chennai plant showed approximately 33% improvement in energy efficiency in the last 3 years.• Significant reduction in carbon emissions, avoiding 6,368 tonnes...
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) confirmed in a statement that 20 firefighters and five crews are still working at the scene after a major chemical explosion sparked a large fire in Derrimut on Wednesday."The incident remains under control, but there are still hotspots in inaccessible areas due to...
Jamshedpur: Private steel company Tata Steel has recently launched a carbon bank, a virtual repository through which carbon dioxide will become a value-creating asset for future use, a company statement said here on Wednesday. Went.CO2 emitted due to the use of various fossil fuels in industry...
The ministry said in a statement that the virus was detected in environmental samples collected from Karachi South and Karachi Korangi districts of southern Sindh province and Dera Bugti district of southwest Balochistan province between June 11-13.All positive samples are genetically linked...
Extensive research and development has enabled the effective use of fly ash to fill voids in mines and as a component in construction materials to reduce its environmental footprint.The Ministry said that in this proactive measure, up to 19 mines have been allocated to 13 thermal power plants...
New Delhi: The Automobile Tire Manufacturers Association (ATMA) on Tuesday said there is a need to restrict the import of waste tires into India, claiming that the country is becoming a "dumping ground" for waste tyres.Import of waste/scrap tires into India has increased more than five-fold...
The BBNJ Agreement will enable India to enhance its strategic presence in areas beyond the country's EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone).“This historic decision marks a significant step towards the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction...
CM Yadav along with State BJP President V.D. Sharma planted saplings in the Jamboree grounds. The Chief Minister also took a photograph of his mother while planting saplings.CM Yadav said, "This step is a pledge to protect the environment. The resolution of the people of Bhopal to plant 12...
New Delhi: Toxins such as nicotine and metals commonly present in the environment have been linked to depressive symptoms such as feeling hopeless or taking less interest in daily activities, according to a study conducted on American adults.Researchers found that inflammation caused by these...
PNNMumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 5: LoanXpress.com, a digital platform owned by Vermillion Finalytics, is dedicated to helping small and medium businesses (SMEs) in India to raise debt capital from lenders. Recently, the platform has expanded its focus to the ESG (environmental, social...
New Delhi, expressing concern over "rampant air pollution", the Congress on Thursday alleged that the Narendra Modi government has launched an "all-out war" against India's environmental protection norms and has prioritized the "gains of friends of the Prime Minister" on people's health...
Rangareddy (Telangana) [India], The G20 Global Land Initiative (G20 GLI) at the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), in collaboration with the Heartfulness Institute, successfully concluded the 'Youth Acts' event - Planting for a Sustainable Future' at Kanha Shanti Vanam...
Guwahati, Assam Cabinet on Wednesday decided to refer a case related to closure of 5 MW Bordikorai hydropower project due to lack of environmental clearance to the CBI, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.The power project was proposed to be set up in Biswanath district and a private...
In recent years, consumers have become environmentally conscious and the mutual fund segment also reflects this trend. Interest in sustainable investing has skyrocketed in India, with ESG (environmental, social and governance) funds gaining popularity.So what are ESG funds, how do they work...
Dubai [UAE], Emirates Nature-WWF has launched its second free summer training series called 'Nature's Resilience' to enhance the UAE community's skills on nature and the environment.Hosted as part of the Leaders of Change program, the series provides nature lovers and changemakers with insight...
PNNNew Delhi [India], July 3: In a pioneering step towards environmental sustainability, Climeto Sustainable Services Pvt Ltd has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first Indian environment and climate change consulting firm to register and obtain accreditation for a Voluntary Credit...
New Delhi [India], Indian Army has procured 113 electric buses to transport troops which will help the country launch important efforts towards green initiatives of the government.The 40-seater buses, covering up to 250 kilometres, are primarily meant for deployment in plains and semi-hilly...
Additional Secretary and Nominated Authority M. Nagaraju said the new guidelines emphasize responsible mining practices that support the growth of the industry while prioritizing ecosystem preservation.Key elements include the mandatory inclusion of restoration, remediation and regeneration...
New Delhi [India], Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud said that court premises, like all buildings, are not just made of bricks and concrete, but are made of hope and fulfillment of the virtues of justice and the rule of law.Chief Justice of India Chandrachud's comment came as he addressed...