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Current Issue - Volume 16 Issue 11 (February 2024)
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Cover story
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Leadership for Sustainable Development and Climate Justice |
This article penned by Dr Vibha Dhawan gives us an opportunity to both assess and analyse the ground we have covered towards realization of sustainable development. The author has opined—our efforts towards climate mitigation and adaptation should be viewed by keeping climate justice at the centre. Not only developed countries, but also the developing counterparts, need to take measures to move away from fossil fuel usage and find ways to adopt sustainable ways of energy consumption. Investment in a circular economy is equally crucial for developing countries as we need to shift our focus from financial gains to environmental gains.
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Feature |
Beyond Crop Yields: Building a Future Where Biofertilizers Aid Farmers, Feed Families, and Fight Climate Change |
This article by Dr Mandira Kochar and Dr Vatsala Koul engages the readers with the concern of rising global food demand which is highly likely to escalate by 70% by 2050. To increase crop yield, farmers make extensive use of chemical fertilizers. This practice has a number of negative consequences on both environment and human health. This calls for sustainable practices of augmenting crop yield. By promoting these practices, we can mitigate climate change impacts, empower vulnerable communities, and build sustainable future for all.
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TERI Analysis |
ACT4EARTH MANIFESTO |
The 23rd edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit brought together global leaders and stakeholders to discuss the imperatives of 'Leadership for Sustainable Development and Climate Justice. read
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Green Challenges |
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Harnessing Solar Energy in the UK: Moving towards a Sustainable Planet |
Considering the UK's perpetually cloudy skies and limited sunlight, the author of this piece, Dr Marianne Furtado de Nazareth, was pleasantly surprised to observe numerous houses sporting solar PV technology panels during her recent visit to the UK. As a Science and Environment journalist focusing on renewable energy, she found herself curious about the sudden surge in panel installations on homes, particularly during her walks in Woking, Surrey. In this article, she shares her observations and insights on harnessing of solar energy in the UK.
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Special Report |
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Atal Setu: Addresses Concerns of Pollution, Environment with Deft |
On January 12, 2024, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated the nation's longest bridge, spanning from Sewri in Mumbai to Nhava Sheva. This 22-kilometer-long engineering marvel stands as a symbol of progress and development, while also prioritizing environmental sustainability, rivalling top bridges worldwide. Gajanan Khergamker's article highlights the commendable aspect of Atal Setu: its environmentally friendly design. The bridge's construction demonstrates meticulous attention to environmental impact, utilizing sustainable materials and minimizing disruption to the surrounding ecosystem.
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Pioneer |
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Geeta Dham: A Museum with a Twist |
In this article, Rajshekhar Pant introduces us to Dr Yashodhar Mathpal—a multifaceted talent recognized internationally in academic circles as one of the top experts in prehistoric archaeology, particularly in the field of cave art. Additionally, as an acknowledged painter, he has to his credit numerous solo exhibitions in various European countries and the USA.
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In Conversation |
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Impacts of Climate Change on the Agriculture Sector |
This conversation with Professor Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI Aayog, establishes connectivity between climate change and agriculture. He talks about relevance of strengthening adaptation to climate change in agriculture and how institutional mechanism for funding can be channelized. He also addresses relevance of localization of issues related to slow-onset events and hence indicators may be designed considering the local factors. As per him, addressing climate concerns at grassroots level, within the communities, is pivotal.
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Special Feature |
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Micro-and Nanoplastics Invade Everywhere: Will it Take a Toll on Aquatic Organisms? |
In this article, Pritam Sarkar, Sudarshan S, SP Shukla, and Rathi Bhuvaneswari G highlight that microplastics/nanoplastics generate synergistic effects with other environmental pollutants, serving as vectors for contaminants to aquatic organisms. They advocate for future research to prioritize investigating the combined impacts of microplastics/nanoplastics with other contaminants. Furthermore, they emphasize the urgent need to establish a robust framework for reducing the utilization and discharge of plastics into aquatic ecosystems.
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Wildlife |
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Himalayan Birch: A True Miracle of Nature |
The Himalayan birch, popularly known as bhojpatra in Indian sub-continent, is one of most important tree species across the high reaches of the Himalayas due its highly significant properties and plethora of uses. The multiple benefits of the tree have indeed made it a true miracle of nature. Continue reading to learn more…
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