Current Issue - Volume 18 Issue 2 (May 2025)

Old people’s rueful memories, irrigation woes for traditional crops, foreign species taking over local flora define the absence of snow-laden winters in Kashmir valley. Athar Parvaiz writes about how climate change-induced erratic weather patterns are set to change the landscape of the valley.

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Sea turtles are thriving, but they still face significant threats. In Odisha’s Gahirmatha and Rushikulya, the amazing arribada occurs, with hundreds of thousands of olive ridley turtles nesting over a few days, a phenomenon matched only by sites in Mexico and Costa Rica. A comprehensive 16-year report by the Dakshin Foundation, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and state forest departments, reveals an increase in turtle nest counts across India, while also highlighting critical challenges such as climate-induced skewed hatchling sex ratios and underscoring the vital role of local communities in conservation efforts. The report also covers leatherback turtles in the Andaman Islands, with nesting on Little Andaman Island increasing since the 2004 tsunami. Telemetry studies from 2011 to 2014 revealed these turtles travelled as far west as Madagascar and Mozambique and as far east as Western Australia. In the Lakshadweep Islands, a growing green turtle population has caused overgrazing in seagrass meadows.

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In this article, Arvind Kumar discusses the ongoing global efforts to tackle plastic pollution, specifically the negotiations surrounding the Global Plastics Treaty. Despite significant progress, the 5th session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) in Busan, 2024, failed to finalize the treaty due to disagreements over plastic production and waste management. The article highlights the environmental and climate change implications of plastic pollution and the challenges of balancing economic development with sustainability. It emphasizes the need for global cooperation, with India stressing mutual trust, technical support, and a balanced approach to addressing the issue.

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In this article, Once plagued by the phenomenon of emigration, Rautu ki Beli, a hill village in Uttarakhand, now witnesses its natives returning and making the village their home once again. A major factor behind this homecoming is the livelihood opportunity in the cottage cheese enterprise, Rakesh Agrawal narrates. read more

Palladium, founded in 1965 and headquartered in New York City, has emerged as a trailblazer in devising innovative solutions for a myriad of issues spanning economic development, public health, education, and environmental sustainability. Palladium’s strategic engagements encompass collaborations with governments, businesses, non-profit organizations, and foundations. Nalini Shankar, Associate Director and Sector Lead for Climate and Disaster Management, Palladium Consulting India Pvt. Ltd, is in an exclusive email conversation with TerraGreen read more

Perowne International proudly celebrates extraordinary women from around the world – visionaries, pioneers, and creatives who are redefining their industries and empowering future generations. From the first female safari guide in Tanzania’s Grumeti Reserve to skincare experts, jewelry designers-turned-hoteliers, and formidable entrepreneurs, these leaders are not only breaking barriers but also shaping a more inclusive and inspiring world. read more

The "Arunachal Pradesh State Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan: People's Plan" was launched by the Honourable Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu in Itanagar recently. The Action Plan has been developed by the Arunachal Pradesh Biodiversity Board and WWF-India to guide the state to sustainably utilize its rich biodiversity while ensuring a harmonious balance between development and nature conservation.

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