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Bisleri Greener Promise: A Sustainable Campaign For A Greener Future

The holistic approach to water security, plastic recycling, and creating a circular economy is evidence of Bisleri's dedication to being a responsible corporate.

Govt Proposes Wildlife Corridor With Road Project To Protect Animals

From pipes for snakes to safe platforms for elephants, the proposed wildlife corridor looks to avoid human-wildlife conflicts across the Chhattisgarh-Jharkhand economic corridor.

Drinking Disparities! Billion-Dollar Bottled Water Industry Holds Back Countries From Sustainable Development

Despite UN goals to make safe drinking water accessible to all, the bottled water industry has been holding hundreds of countries back from reaching the goal anytime soon. It has exploited groundwater levels, contributed to plastic pollution, and widened the disparity between billions of people who lack access to safe water and those who enjoy water as a luxury.

‘Tiles Tougher Than Cement’: Here’s How This Egyptian Startup Is Resolving Plastic Waste Menace

TileGreen, by turning more than five billion plastic bags into tiles "tougher than cement," provides a solution for two problems at one go - tonnes of waste entering the Mediterranean Sea and high levels of building sector emissions.

Integrating Industry Practices & Sustainability: How Businesses Can Attain SDGs?

SDG-led solutions were to enable businesses to manage their risks, anticipate consumer demands, strengthen supply chains and build positions in growth markets.

Going Green! Bharat Petroleum Launches E-Waste Management Initiative; Pledges Net Zero Waste By 2025

Bharat Petroleum Corporation has directed all its operational refineries to address the waste generation issue in view of the environmental hazard it causes. E-waste generated would now have to go through effective waste treatment techniques and either be recycled or disposed off through authorised vendors.

India’s Carbon Footprint From Fisheries Sector Much Lower Than Global Level, Says Study

The study was conducted at select fishing centres of all maritime states in India. On this basis of which, the CMFRI found that the harvest phase in the fisheries sector used more than 90 per cent of the total fuel used in the sector.

This Punjab Village’s Waste Management Techniques Receive National Recognition

Awarding the Peroshah village sarpanch with the ‘Swachh Sujal Shakti Samman’ award, President Murmu said that the village should be an inspiration to all. They have shown that even without the most advanced tools and resources, waste management can be carried out simply and scientifically.

India’s Air Quality Seven Times Worse Than WHO Standards, Delhi Second Most Polluted Indian City

The fifth Annual World Air Quality Report revealed that India's air quality index has dropped to hazardous levels. However, an even more shocking revelation was that while New Delhi is the second most polluted capital city in the world, it is not the most polluted city in India.

Powering Villages Free Of Cost! College Dropout’s Bamboo Hydel Plant Draws Attention Of Govt Body

Utilising alternate energy resources and readily available materials, a college dropout from Jharkhand has designed a micro bamboo hydel plant to provide free electricity to his village. The project has received widespread attention, including that of government officials.

Breathing Toxins! Earth Has Less Than 1% Of Safe Level Of Air Pollution, Reveals Study

Several regions such as southern Asia and eastern Asia experienced PM2.5 concentrations above the set threshold on more than 90 per cent of days. This was the case globally as well, according to the study published in Lancet Planetary Health.

Tourist Boat Anchored By Plastic Waste: Know About This Ugandan Guide’s Efforts To Revive Lake Victoria

Recycling the litter which has been plaguing the world’s second-largest freshwater lake - Lake Victoria, former tourist guide James Kateeba brought in an innovative measure to clear the waters and attract tourists with a unique message.

‘Act Now!’: Study Says Oceans Carry Over 170 Trillion Pieces Of Plastic Waste; Calls For Collective Action

According to the study conducted by the 5 Gyres Institute, the plastic problem could potentially triple by 2040 if legally binding global policies are not introduced. They have ushered for corporate responsibility alongside the cleanup and recycling missions.

Historic Treaty! UN Members Agree To Protect High Seas After Two Decades Of Discussions

The high seas that begin at the border of countries' exclusive economic zones, do not fall under the jurisdiction of any country. Despite comprising more than 60 per cent of the world's oceans and nearly half the planet's surface, it has received less attention due to this.

In A First! Scotland Prohibits Use Of Anaesthetics After Study Reveals It To Be 2,500 Times More Harmful Than CO2

Anaesthetic gases were found to contribute to global warming with a potential 2,500 times greater than carbon dioxide. By forbidding hospitals from using the anaesthetic desflurane, Scotland becomes the first country to make waves to a greener healthcare sector.

Call For Action! Single-Use Plastic To Double By 2050 In G20 Countries, Says study

While promises have been made to globally tackle climate change, a recent report published by Back to Blue says otherwise. The report suggests that the plastic use in G20 countries is expected to double by 2050.

Avoiding Another ‘Great Dying’: Scientists Believe Zoo Gatekeep Conservation Of Near-Extinct Species

"We may be losing species at a faster rate than in any of Earth's past extinctions," claim International scientists who point to the understanding that re-wilding the extinct-in-the-wild species is the only way to ensure their conservation.

Climate Change Alarms! Himachal Faces 36% Rain Deficit, Prepares For Drought-Like Conditions

Back in 2022, Himachal experienced one of the highest deficit rainfalls which led to record crop losses and drinking water shortage. In an attempt to address it effectively in 2023, the government has pressed the alarm over an impending water crisis.

World’s Forests Losing Ability To Absorb Carbon Due To Climate Change, Reveals Study

Increased human activities have placed a ticking bomb on the world's forests. The dramatic changes have led the forests to lose their ability to absorb carbon and made them more prone to the impact of climate change.

BTS: How Switch Mobility With Schbang Offered Its Masterpiece With Sustainability And Tech At Its Forefront

Remember those double-decker electric buses with a modern twist that revived Mumbai's 70-year love for the historic red buses?

Sustainably Powered Future! Dubai To Launch Hydrogen Refuel Stations For Cars

The zero-emission hydrogen-powered vehicles replace traditional energy sources and paves the way for a cleaner and much efficient transportation. With Dubai signing the new public-private partnership to expand the hydrogen market, the world has lessons to take on adopting sustainable solutions.

Need For Resiliency! Many Indian Cities At High-Risk Of Climate Hazards To Built Environment, Know More

Climate change and hazards can be visibly seen with the damage it leaves behind on the physical structures built by humans. A study conducted by Cross Dependency Initiative (XDI) found that globally Asia dominates the list with about 114 cities out of the Top 200 at risk in 2050.

Air Pollutants Can Speed Up Bone Loss Among Postmenopausal Women, Reveals Study

About one in two women over 50 years of age experience a bone fracture because of osteoporosis. The latest research confirms that poor air quality is a factor that can speed up bone density loss among post-menopausal women.

Declining Air Quality! Rural Villages Account For 41% Of Atmospheric Pollution, Reveals Study

The study titled "Air Quality Trends in Rural India," recorded the Nitrogen Dioxide levels in the rural pockets and could notice a trend of rising air pollution. Rural villages accounted for 41 per cent of the overall NO2 pollution in India.

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