FAO report forecasts spike in wood-based substitutes to non-renewables; expects 1 million new jobs
Fuelwood will remain main sources of energy for households in developing economies through 2050
India used more coal power in 2021 than 2020, which could delay its climate goals: IEA
China and India might be some of the countries where the green transition may also be slowed down because Russia would shift their energy exports …
‘Environmental clearance for Deucha Pachami coal project may take close to 3 years’
Environmentalists say there is lack of information about project in the public domain; remind about Bangladesh coal experience
Task force, flying squads are fine, but what does Delhi’s air really need
A large number of industries in the National Capital Region still operate on dirty fuel; their emissions pollute Delhi air
COVID-19: Cuttack’s silver filigree artists stare at a bleak future
The cottage industry is estimated to have taken a hit of Rs 20 crore in 2020 and losses keep mounting this year
Budget 2021-22: How sustainable is push for nylon?
The Union government’s push to bring nylon production on a par with that of polyester may not have a good bearing on the environment and …
India’s thriving chemical industry & urgent call for human biomonitoring studies
Implementation of biomonitoring programme will enable India detect health trends early, participate in global efforts to address common …
Kiln electrification key to decarbonisation of manufacturing in cement industry
The technology can reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the industry by upto 40 per cent
Climate tech: Zimbabwean scientist turns carbon dioxide into methanol to minimise emissions
Making energy materials like formic acid, methanol from carbon dioxide released from factories can be important for emerging economies, says …
Common heart medication less effective in south Asian people – new research
Clopidogrel may not be effective for many British south Asians
India’s growing power crisis: Newer, efficient plants lying idle may have role to play
Newer plants that are idle or underutilised have cumulative capacity of 11,140 MW
COVID-19 led to coal production and import decline: Economic Survey
This is a very worrying trend, says Delhi-based non-profit CSE
Fifteen non-profits take fresh legal action against Europe’s biggest plastics project
This marks a new phase in the over three-year long legal battle against INEOS’ ‘Project One’, a €3 billion plastic project …
UN report outlines how developing, developed countries can reduce emissions from constructions
If India uses recycled materials, it could reduce emissions in the material cycle of residential buildings by 50-70 per cent
Rich land, poor people: What will be the future of generations growing up in Jharkhand’s coal belt
If the coal-dependent communities are not connected to employment opportunities, this illegal parallel economy may grow even larger
Supreme Court modifies order on construction ban within one kilometre of protected areas
The apex court said it is not possible to implement a uniform ESZ in every protected area because of interstate boundaries
Here are some ways to arrest cigarette butt pollution
Initiatives like product redesign, extended producer responsibility, fines, penalties and promoting non-profits for awareness programmes and …
Two orcas have killed, driven Great White sharks from South African waters; here is why
‘Port’ and ‘Starboard’ have nearly wrecked South Africa’s shark cage watching industry; experts say research is …
Protests over toxic gold mining at Nile: Will there be truce in Sudan
A vicious network of gold smuggling has over taken the region following the Russia-aided military coup in 2021
Nigeria hasn’t been able to produce steel: Remanufacturing could be the solution
Lack of a rail line around Ajaokuta Steel plant, changes in political and operational management stymied completion
How a noxious aquatic weed was used to make eco-friendly products, generate employment in rural Bengal
Demand for woven baskets, cups, plates, boxes and other cottage industry products is high in the state, neighbouring areas
Lahbera: How the last Santhal settlement of Dhanbad is fighting for survival
The Santhals of Lahbera are fighting for their identity, ancestral land and survival amid the dust-laden air of coal mines in what used to be …
Energy crisis: Expensive, unreliable source of electricity, coal in spotlight
The power sector has begun to recognise coal as a ‘zombie fuel’
Coal shortage: Centre may have tried to calm fears, but data suggests otherwise
There are a number of reasons as to why coal-powered thermal stations have reported a shortage of coal reserves, an analysis of data shows
Closing the loop on fashion
Advanced recycling of textile and agricultural waste is needed to transition to circular economy in apparel industry
