From Climate Emergency Forum “In-depth discussion on the escalating climate crisis in India, focusing on the nation’s acute vulnerability and the urgent need for innovative cooling solutions. Dr. Soumitra Das, founder of the Healthy Climate Initiative, outlines how India’s population density and geographic diversity, including Himalayan glaciers and populated coastlines, compound climate risks. He highlightsContinue reading “India’s Cooling Challenge”
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India, a major user of coal power, is making large gains in clean energy adoption. Here is how.
From The Economic Times “SynopsisIndia, a major carbon emitter, is aggressively expanding its clean energy sector, with solar power becoming increasingly cost-effective. While coal still dominates electricity generation, renewable energy capacity is rapidly growing, driven by government policies and private investments. Challenges remain in optimizing renewable energy use and building necessary infrastructure to meet theContinue reading “India, a major user of coal power, is making large gains in clean energy adoption. Here is how.”
‘Like touching climate change’: glaciers reveal records of the way the world was
From The Guardian “Glaciers, especially in non-polar regions, are very much at the forefront of global warming,” said Barbante. “They are water reservoirs for millions of people, so if the ice completely disappears there will be huge problems. We are witnessing what is happening and it must be documented so we can leave something forContinue reading “‘Like touching climate change’: glaciers reveal records of the way the world was”
India Ups Monsoon Forecast To 106%, Heavy Rains Batter West Coast | Climate Tracker
From WION “India has revised its monsoon forecast to 106% of the long-period average, indicating a wetter season ahead.” Click Here to Read More By WION 28 May 2025
Only strong action on emissions can restore economic stability, UN climate chief says
From The Guardian “Simon Stiell, the executive secretary of the UN framework convention on climate change, was speaking in Panama, where recent years of drought drove the water to perilous lows that disrupted international trade. “But he said investors around the world were “ready to hit the go button on huge investments” if they had the right signalsContinue reading “Only strong action on emissions can restore economic stability, UN climate chief says”
Asia’s Climate Crisis – Scorched, Drenched and Parched
From Climate Emergency Forum “In this episode the discussion centers on the escalating climate crisis in Asia, with a particular focus on South Asia. Herb introduces the topic by highlighting Asia’s immense diversity-in geography, population, and climate vulnerability-and underscores how extreme weather events, such as record-breaking heatwaves and catastrophic floods, are increasingly reshaping lives acrossContinue reading “Asia’s Climate Crisis – Scorched, Drenched and Parched”
India Renewable Energy Achievement
From Insights On India “India’s renewable energy sector has achieved significant progress in 2024, with record-breaking installations and supportive policies. As the country advances towards its 2030 targets, addressing infrastructural, regulatory, and environmental challenges will be crucial to sustaining momentum and ensuring a clean energy future.” Click Here to Read More By Insights Editor 23 JanuaryContinue reading “India Renewable Energy Achievement”
What’s Really Under Antarctica’s Ice?
From PBS Terra “If all of Antarctica’s ice melted, our coastlines would be drastically altered. Fortunately, that’s not going to happen anytime soon, but new evidence suggests that West Antarctica – which holds around 5 METERS of sea level rise – is melting a lot faster than scientists once thought. And, a new study warnsContinue reading “What’s Really Under Antarctica’s Ice?”
Invisible Deaths: As Climate Disasters Kill, the True Scale Is Unknown
From Inside Climate News “Climate change deaths are largely underreported as the crisis impacts millions and strains an already overburdened healthcare system, according to a new Amnesty International report.” South Asia continues to be among the planet’s most vulnerable areas to the effects of the Climate Crisis. Melting of the Himalayan glaciers, dangerously high summerContinue reading “Invisible Deaths: As Climate Disasters Kill, the True Scale Is Unknown”
British International invests in ReNew’s solar business
From Mint “The UK Government is pressing ahead with our own clean energy transition, where the private sector is playing a key role, and we are keen to work with India and other countries showing domestic and international leadership on tackling climate change.” ~ Sally Taylor, minister counsellor for climate, science and tech at theContinue reading “British International invests in ReNew’s solar business”
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