Uttarakhand lost 27% of its cropland in last 10 years due to climate change: Report
Traditional crops like pulses and maize are emerging to be climate-resilient alternatives The Himalayan state…
Climate Impact
Global warming alters western disturbances, causing extreme weather in Himalayas
This can have long-term effects on food and water security in north India This year,…
From waste to resource: Can urban India turn the tide on its water crisis?
As taps run dry, experts push for reuse, recharge, and a radical rethink of how…
Global warming exposed 2,466 km of new coastline in the Arctic in 20 years: Report
The rapid retreat of glaciers pose health and economic risks to local communities For decades,…
Big gaps between climate action and international commitments in eight Asian nations: Report
The voluntary nature of these climate commitments is a big reason While global climate talks,…
Energy efficient ACs can lower power demand by 23 GW, save ₹2.2 lakh crore: Study
Updating India’s Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and tightening standards every three years will play…
Glacial melt second-highest contributor to sea-level rise, threatens water supply of billions: Study
From 2000 to 2023, the global glacier mass loss totals 6,542 billion tonnes – or…
India’s lack of long-term measures to tackle heat can lead to high casualties: Report
The study was based on nine cities that are projected to face the highest increases…
Millions faced life-threatening heat in past 3 months: Report
22% of the global population experienced temperatures made at least twice as likely because of…
High temperatures increased power demand in India by 41% in 2023: Report
Fossil fuels contributed 76% of total electricity generation, while renewables accounted for 21% Rising summer…