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RTI exposes nearly 50 tonnes of untreated waste in Kedarnath, could pose massive threat to fragile ecosystem
The volume of untreated waste has been steadily rising, with 13.2 tonnes generated in 2022, increas…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has made people more reluctant to go out, study finds
COVID-19 has caused a lasting shift towards staying home, reducing out-of-home activities and commu…
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OPINION: How green motivators are shaping consumer choices — a fresh look at Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory
Originally developed to explain workplace motivation, Herzberg’s theory can also shed light on how …
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Popular leave-on cosmetics such as sunscreen and lip balms may pose a hidden microplastic risk, scientists warn
Leave-on skincare products contain microplastics that may harm health and the environment, accordin…
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Plastic giant Tupperware is on its knees: is this good or bad for the environment?
Tupperware's recent bankruptcy filing has shocked us, mothers, and environmentalists alike. But is …
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A $2.30-a-day basic income trial is trying to save the Amazon rainforest
Universal basic income is usually aimed at social or economic benefits. But a $2.30-a-day trial in …
Mia Jankowicz
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E-Waste Recycling and Environmental Impact
E-Waste Recycling and Environmental Impact
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Talking to your child like they’re a kid? Here’s why you might be doing more harm than good
Children are capable of understanding complex issues and can contribute insights on important topic…
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Are your green firecrackers really ‘green? Here’s all you need to know before doing your Diwali shopping
Compared to traditional firecrackers, green ones do reduce pollutants, but let’s be clear: they’re …
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What is ‘greenwashing’ and why is the Consumer Protection Authority cracking down on it?
Ever noticed products advertising themselves as "green" or "natural"? India's CCPA issues new guide…
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Sasha Luccioni tracks data about AI's impact on the environment
She's working with the OECD to establish an energy-efficiency rating for AI models
Monica Melton
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LNG, which will fuel a third of India's heavy duty trucks soon, has a 30% bigger greenhouse gas footprint than coal: study
According to a draft policy by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, India plans to fuel a thi…
PTI
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Dirty laundry? Major clothing companies like Zara and H&M under scrutiny for allegedly fuelling deforestation in Brazil
Earthsight traced the journey of 816,000 tons of cotton from Brazil to major fashion brands. This c…
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Katy Perry is being accused of environmental infringement by Spanish authorities over shooting "Lifetimes" music video near a protected area
Hit-making singer Katy Perry is no stranger to controversy, but this time, it’s not her music that’…
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Environmental Impact Assessments
Environmental Impact Assessments
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Snow has returned to the Om Parvat in Uttarakhand after completely disappearing from the peak for the first time
Last week, the revered peak, known for its perpetual snow cover forming the sacred "Om" symbol, was…
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All Indian salt and sugar brands have microplastics, notes a recent study
The highest levels of microplastics were found in iodised salt, in the form of multi-coloured thin …
PTI
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Why did the latest Economic Survey of India heavily shun the ‘Western ways’ of climate action?
India has criticised the Western climate approach as "alarmist" and unsustainable, instead advocati…
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Why is a music festival causing controversy in Goa?
The Sunburn festival, scheduled in South Goa in December 2024, sees opposition over relocation, tic…
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Reskilling and investing in communities are crucial during the AI revolution, IBM's chief impact officer says
IBM's chief impact officer, Justina Nixon-Saintil, says companies should focus on upskilling worker…