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Ladakh Energy Hungry New Buildings Could Harness Its 300 Sunny Days for Sustainable Heating

Ladakh the cold desert with its extreme winters minimal rainfall, and sparse vegetation has long relied on ingenious adaptations to survive its harsh climate. Traditional Ladakhi architecture exemplifies this resilience using passive solar heating to combat frigid temperatures. However as modern developments increasingly rely on energy-intensive heating systems, the region faces a growing energy crisis. Experts now argue that Ladakh's unique climatic conditions, particularly its abundant sunshine, offer a chance to reverse this trend and revolutionize building energy efficiency. Traditional Wisdom Meets Modern Energy Challenges Ladakh traditional homes were designed to conserve heat, featuring small windows low ceilings, and thick insulating walls. The kitchen was the warmest room, a...

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Kochi Neglected Waterways Hold Key to City Survival as Climate Change Threats Mount

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Kochi once crisscrossed by a vibrant network of rivers, creeks, and canals now faces a stark reality encroachment, pollution, and stagnation have transformed its lifeline into a looming disaster. As rising sea levels, extreme rainfall, and tidal surges intensify the risk of devastating floods local authorities, with support from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), have launched a bold initiative to revive the city’s waterways and fortify it against climate change. The Thevara-Perandoor (TP) Canal 10-kilometer stretch that once provided transport water, and storm drainage chosen as the starting point for this ambitious restoration. Years of neglect and urbanization have shrunk its widthobstructed its flow and turned it into a dumping ground for untreated waste. Despite past ...

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Hidden Climate Clues Help Scientists Predict Unseen Extreme Weather

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Disasters, Learning & Developments

A groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications unveils new methods to forecast extreme weather events that modern records have never captured. Conducted by researchers from the Climate Adaptation Services Foundation, the University of Reading, and other global institutions, the study expands the understanding of climate extremes beyond the last century’s conventional weather records. By tapping into nature archives such as tree rings and forgotten historical documents scientists have uncovered centuries of climate data that modern instruments missed. Lead author Timo Kelder emphasized the significance of this breakthrough, stating, “We’ve been limited by thinking extreme weather is only as bad as what we’ve measured. But looking back hundreds or even thousands of years reveal...

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India Biotech Revolution Bill Gates and Dr. Jitendra Singh Discuss Startup Growth and Global Impact

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In a landmark discussion aimed at propelling India biotechnology sector to global prominence Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates met with Union Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh during his visit to India. The high-profile meeting focused on strengthening public-private partnerships fostering startup innovation, and leveraging India’s expanding biotech and biomanufacturing ecosystem. The meeting, attended by delegations from both sides, explored collaboration in key areas, including gene therapy, vaccine development, and biomanufacturing. Dr. Singh emphasized India’s unprecedented surge in biotech innovations under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, citing the Bio E3 Initiative a policy framework focusing on Biotechnology for Economy, Employment...

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Andhra Pradesh Governor Urges Citizens to Observe Earth Hour on March 22

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Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer has called upon citizens to participate in Earth Hour by switching off non-essential lights for one hour on March 22, from 8:30 to 9:30 pm. The initiative, spearheaded by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), is a global movement promoting conservation and sustainability since its inception in 2007 in Sydney, Australia. Governor Nazeer emphasized that this symbolic action serves as a reminder of the urgent need for environmental consciousness and sustainable practices. "By turning off lights for just one hour, individuals across the world demonstrate their commitment to protecting nature and combating climate change," he stated. Earth Hour has evolved into one of the largest global grassroots movements, engaging millions of participan...

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2024 Becomes Hottest Year on Record as WMO Warns of Irreversible Climate Crisis

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Environment

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a stark warning in its latest report, confirming that 2024 was the hottest year ever recorded with global temperatures surpassing 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for the first time. The findings highlight worsening climate conditions, including rising sea levels, record ocean warming, and extreme weather events leading to widespread displacement and economic losses. According to the report, the global mean temperature in 2024 was 1.55 ± 0.13°C above the 1850-1900 average, marking a devastating milestone in human-induced climate change. WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo described the findings as an “urgent warning sign” rather than a definitive failure of the Paris Agreement goals, emphasizing that every fraction of a degree of w...

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India 2047 Paving the Path for a Climate-Resilient Future Through Policy and Innovation

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Idea & Innovations

A landmark four day symposium ‘India 2047 Building a Climate-Resilient Future' begun at Bharat Mandapam New Delhi, gathering policymakers, industry leaders, scientists, and civil society representatives to shape India's strategy for climate adaptation. Organized by The Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute and The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), the event aims to craft a roadmap for a resilient India by its centenary of independence in 2047. The symposium’s inaugural session saw the participation of prominent figures, including Shri Suman Bery Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog, and Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest an...

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Global South Takes Lead in Climate Action as Developed Nations Falter

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The Global South with nations like India and Brazil at the forefront, is stepping up to take a leading role in global climate action as developed countries struggle to meet their commitments. COP30 President Andre Correa do Lago emphasized this shift in leadership during his visit to India, asserting that emerging economies possess the institutional strength and scientific expertise necessary to drive meaningful climate solutions. Correa do Lago pointed out that the United States' wavering commitment and Europe’s growing defense priorities have hindered the effectiveness of climate initiatives. He argued that while countries in the Global South have large vulnerable populations, their proactive climate policies and international cooperation are setting new standards for environmental le...

Mar202025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

CO2 Levels Hit 8,00,000 Year High 2024 Warmest Year on Record

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The State of Climate 2024 report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed that carbon dioxide (CO2) levels are now at their highest in the past 8,00,000 years with measurements reaching 420 parts per million in 2023. Alongside CO2, other greenhouse gases like methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) have also hit record levels intensifying global warming. Temperature Crosses 1.5°C Threshold The WMO’s analysis using six international datasets, found that 2024 became the first year where global temperatures exceeded the 1.5°C threshold annually a key limit set by the Paris Agreement. The global mean near-surface temperature was 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels driven by long-term warming and the early-year El Niño effect. Celeste Saulo, WMO Secretary-General said ...

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142,400 Tonnes of CO2 Emissions Protect 140 Million Hectares and Raise $633 Million in Sustainable Investments

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A new report from the World Economic Forum’s UpLink initiative has highlighted the significant environmental and economic contributions of early-stage innovators working on sustainability solutions. The Annual Impact Report 2025 revealed that UpLink-supported ventures have prevented 142,400 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions over the past two years, equivalent to the annual emissions of more than 30,000 cars. In addition to reducing emissions, these ventures have played a crucial role in protecting 140 million hectares of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, an area nearly one-fifth the size of the Amazon rainforest. The report also stated that these initiatives treated 2.5 billion litres of hazardous wastewater and tracked 28 million tonnes of waste, contributing to global efforts in po...