Sustainability

Team led by Indian-origin scientist make eco-friendly, sustainable ‘green petrol’ using whiskey waste

A team of scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh have turned waste generated while distilling whiskey into green hydrogen, which is also often erroneously referred to as 'green petrol'

Why water resources should be part of India's development goal

Institutional reforms coupled with holistic management of the water resources will ensure the economy's sustainability

In Graphics | Unilever under fire for 'greenwashing' consumers. What does this mean?

Unilever has come under fire for ‘greenwashing’ its consumers. This marketing strategy is the process of conveying a false impression about how a company’s products are environment-friendly

Vantage | 1.2 billion climate refugees by 2050: Time for world to recognise them, increase funding

The countries that triggered climate change are not as affected. It's the developing nations that are suffering

Climate change: The contested path of Loss and Damage Fund

With COP28 on the horizon, the hope remains for a resolution that upholds the principles of equity and shared responsibility

How metaverse can help fight climate change

In the not-so-distant future, the metaverse is going to be a necessity, so it is important to understand its uses, pros, and cons to ensure responsible technology is used for sustainable development

Circular economy approach to counter marine pollution

By adopting such a holistic approach, we can reduce the amount of waste that enters our ocean and minimise the harm it causes not just to marine life, but human health as well

Why we need to address biodiversity loss for a sustainable and ecologically-balanced planet

Biodiversity is the foundation of a healthy ecosystem and when species disappear, forests grow sparse and wildlife habitats get fragmented, it is then the livelihoods are threatened, the frequency of natural disasters increases and economic and environmental stability is endangered

PM Narendra Modi wears jacket made from recycled bottles: How are clothes made from plastic waste?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned heads in Parliament after donning a blue jacket made of recycled waste. Using clothes made out of used plastic is a big step toward sustainable living

Budget 2023: What is the ‘green growth’ push, one of the Centre’s seven priorities?

One of the seven priorities of the Budget is Green Growth, said Nirmala Sitharaman in her speech. To achieve this aim, the finance minister announced a slew of initiatives — green hydrogen, green credits, mangrove protection, and more