TerraGreen Magazine - July 2023

In this issue

While preparedness, alerts and warnings, and other measures of heat action plans have vastly reduced the impact of heat waves, the duration and frequency of climate-induced heat waves are on the rise. Jency Samuel says that as heat waves impact people’s health and livelihood, and the nation’s economy adversely, there is a need to improve and better implement the heat action plans.

Technology and Cultural Showcase at CEM14-MI8 in Goa

As leaders, eminent authorities, and dignitaries from the G20 and CEM nations gathered in Goa for the G20 Energy Transitions Ministerial Meeting (ETMM); key stakeholders, major OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and significant players from the space of clean and sustainability mobility assembled at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium—all under a single roof—to showcase technological innovations and advancements that can propel India’s decarbonization efforts for a sustainable future.

1 min

Report Launched by TERI and Shell

Outlining a Path towards Sustainable Development and Net-Zero Emissions

2 mins

Study of Earth's Stratosphere Reduces Uncertainty in Future Climate Change

New research from the University of East Anglia (UEA) provides more certainty in predicting future climate change, by examining stratospheric water vapour amounts. The research effectively rules out the most extreme scenarios, which imply that water vapour concentrations could increase by more than 25 per cent per degree of global warming. The new approach represents a 50 per cent reduction in the 95th percentile of nclimate model responses.

2 mins

Road towards Carbon-Neutral Future

2023 marked the 50th anniversary of World Environment Day, with this year’s theme centred around ‘Solutions to Plastic Pollution.’

8 mins

Urja Arpan Initiative

Getting Customers Aboard on the Need to Commit to Energy Efficiency

6 mins

Heat Waves And Action Plans How Does India Fare?

While preparedness, alerts and warnings, and other measures of heat action plans have vastly reduced the impact of heat waves, the duration and frequency of climate-induced heat waves are on the rise. Jency Samuel says that as heat waves impact people's health and livelihood, and the nation's economy adversely, there is a need to improve and better implement the heat action plans.

10 mins

The Age of Drones Powering India to a New Paradigm

In this article, Anish Michael and Roshan Toshniwal highlight how drones are poised to redefine the future of mobility and become integral components of the urban ecosystem. Commercial drones have the potential to revolutionize the aviation landscape by providing sustainable and innovative solutions, thereby reducing the need for more resource-intensive processes. The disruptive power of drones is expected to significantly reshape various sectors.

5 mins

Glacial Lake Outburst Floods Increasing Risks in the Himalayas

Glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) occur when water stored in a glacier-fed lake formed at the side, front, within, beneath, or on the surface of a glacier is suddenly released. In this article, Mohammad Imroz says that the retreat of mountain glaciers due to climate change is a visible indicator of global climate change. The risk of glacial-related hazards, including GLOFs, increases as glaciers melt in high mountainous regions. Climate change is a cause of concern in this aspect due to the potential increase in GLOFS. Keep reading to know more...

5 mins

Green Autorickshaws An Urgent Need

In this article, Ram Ramprasad says that India can convert its 8 million autorickshaws to solar power with organic batteries by 2025 with zero reliance on the grid. This will be revolutionary.

5 mins

CGAPP Launches Ganga Anti-Plastic Expedition in India and Bangladesh

On April 25, 2023, The Centre for Global Affairs & Public Policy (CGAPP) spearheaded a comprehensive project aimed at addressing the issues of plastic waste in the Ganga Basin. The project, “Tackling Plastic Pollution in the Ganga Basin”, comprises a research component, a solution component, and an outreach component.

1 min

Impacts of Climate Change on Children Role of Youth in Averting the Climate Crisis

In this article, Sarah Berry says awareness has played an important role in serving the cause of climate change, especially media and social media in today's time and age. However, engagement at the grassroots level and involvement of children and youth has been extremely crucial in accelerating the cause. India boasts of a rich demographic dividend, especially since approximately 65 per cent of its population is below 35 years of age.

6 mins

Rejuvenation of Neem River Origin The Ongoing Journey

In this article, Raman Kant talks elaborately about rejuvenation work of Neem River origin, which is a unique example of coordination between society and government.

8 mins

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TerraGreen is one of the most respected monthly magazine dedicated to informing and enlightening its readers on issues of environment, energy, and sustainable development. Launched in 2004, TerraGreen has made an indelible impression on the minds of readers, both in India and across the world. Today, it enjoys a readership of over 40,000 and a subscriber base of close to 5,000. Helping the magazine along in its endeavour to take issues of absolute importance to the people is the fact that it is the only publication of its kind in the market; not only does it inform and educate, it does so in a subtle and reader-friendly manner. After all, the aim is to reach as many people as possible!

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