Fragmented climate responses won’t work
For much of the past three decades, climate change occupied a distinct corner of public policy.
For much of the past three decades, climate change occupied a distinct corner of public policy.
Wildlife experts deliberated on the decision to expand conservation efforts for Pygmy Hog, the smallest and rarest wild pig, at the national level and include them in India’s species recovery programme, according to officials from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Nearly 8 BCM lost in two weeks as reservoirs shrink, groundwater declines and river basins face mounting pressure before monsoon
The word ‘emergency’ evokes an intense sense of unease, often associated with the suspension of established norms and procedures in pursuit of a perceived larger objective. Different forms of emergencies command our attention in different ways.
The emphasis of modern environmental policy has been on prevention. Governments, international institutions and activists have rightly focused on reducing emissions, protecting ecosystems and slowing the pace of climate change.
The event, held from 19-21 March, was jointly organised by the departments of geography and zoology.
India has taken the lead in providing finance to renewable energy projects by including them in “priority sector lending” to accelerate the country’s transition to a low carbon economy in the fight against climate change.
Once renowned for its high-quality Mandarin oranges, Darjeeling has seen a decline in orange cultivation over the past few years due to climate change and pest attacks. Frustrated by mounting losses, many local farmers abandoned orange farming.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reiterated on Thursday that Jammu and Kashmir is facing a severe threat from climate change, particularly in the form of a water crisis, stressing the need for greater awareness and action.
The climate of Assam is poised for significant changes by 2040, a shift that could severely impact the state’s economy, ecosystems and public health.
