The Global Himalayan Expedition (GHE) bags 2020 UN Global Climate Action Award
An Indian organisation that leverages tourism and technology to help remote communities access solar energy has won a prestigious UN award for its efforts to …
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South Korea to reach net zero emissions by 2050
South Korean President Moon Jae-in announced that the government will reach net zero emissions by 2050, following a similar announcement from Japan and China. According …
Here is what PM said delivering inaugural address at 4th India Energy Forum
PM delivered inaugural address at 4th India Energy Forum CERAWeek through video conference. The theme of this edition is “India’s Energy Future in a world …
Delhi’s air quality to deteriorate further in next two days
Pollution levels in the national capital dropped to the “very poor” category on Thursday evening and the city’s air quality is likely to worsen in …
Air pollution in Delhi can be controlled in less than 4 years: Arvind Kejriwal
Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said air pollution in Delhi can be controlled in less than four years’ time if all concerned …
Noida Authority penalized Agencies for cleaning roads, waste collection over air pollution
The Noida Authority issued penalties worth Rs 5.65 lakh on private contractors and other entities that were found violating guidelines and rules to combat air …
World’s largest investors set 5-year portfolio decarbonization targets
30 among the world’s largest investors with $5 trillion assets under management have collectively agreed on concrete portfolio decarbonization targets that follow the Intergovernmental Panel …
India’s sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions decline by six per cent in 2019
India’s sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions, which contribute to air pollution, recorded a significant decline of approximately six per cent in 2019 as compared to 2018, …
Aviation leaders commit to green recovery amid COVID-19 crisis
Aviation industry leaders have reiterated that long-term climate action should be a priority alongside economic recovery in the coming years. Michael Gill, Executive Director of …
CDF, IRENA Collaborate to boost sustainable low-carbon development model in Caribbean
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has signed a MoU with the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) to support a transition from fossil-fuel dependency to a …