TerraGreen Magazine - August - September 2023

In this issue

In this article, Dr Livleen K Kahlon says that acquiring green skills has become an essential requirement of our time as green skills pave the way for job opportunities that contribute to the preservation of ecosystems and biodiversity. Design of quality education and training opportunities for young people is a pre-requisite for enhanced employability under the sector of green skills. Institutions design activities and projects to meet the rising expectations of the young minds. To be able to match requirements of green jobs to be created in future, a timely investment in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is therefore highly recommended.

50 Years of TERI

As TERI celebrated its 50th year in June 2023, it reached a significant milestone in commemorating its extensive and prominent legacy as a think tank engaged in sustainable development, energy, and climate change. In this article, Rumpa Banerjee takes us on this remarkable journey.

5 mins

Carbon Accounting and CBAM

Carbon accounting and trading mechanisms have gained significant attention as effective tools to manage and mitigate carbon emissions. In this article, Siddartha Ramakanth Keshavadasu aims to explore the impacts of these mechanisms on developing and underdeveloped nations, focusing on India, and consider the aspects of climate justice and energy equity.

10+ mins

75 Years of SwedenIndia Bilateral Ties

Central to Swedish values is the belief that cooperation and co-creation are key. This principle is strongly advocated by Jan Thesleff, the Swedish Ambassador to India, who emphasizes the crucial role of bilateral diplomacy in shaping international relations. As Sweden and India celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations this year, it is imperative to send a resounding message to strengthen this partnership. The partnership is critical to ensuring sustainable supply-chains and promoting competition in emerging markets. This can be achieved by working together closely and by resource sharing.

10+ mins

Educating about Environment is of Dual Concern

In this article, Dr Livleen K Kahlon says that acquiring green skills has become an essential requirement of our time as green skills pave the way for job opportunities that contribute to the preservation of ecosystems and biodiversity. Design of quality education and training opportunities for young people is a pre-requisite for enhanced employability under the sector of green skills. Institutions design activities and projects to meet the rising expectations of the young minds. To be able to match requirements of green jobs to be created in future, a timely investment in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is therefore highly recommended.

9 mins

Lightning Linked to Climate Change

Climate change impacts are transforming the already-terrifying phenomenon of lightning into a more deadly climate hazard than it was before. In this article, Athar Parvaiz casts light on a recent spike in deaths due to lightning in the country, along with suggesting probable mitigation tactics.

6 mins

Can Climate Change Influence Animal Behaviour?

Does climate change influence the behaviour of animals, particularly dogs? Dr Rina Mukherji endeavours to find out in this thought-provoking article.

9 mins

Rajasthan's Rooftop Solar Sector

Even though Rajasthan has the third highest solar installation (835 MW) in the country, after Gujarat and Maharashtra, when it comes to rooftops, the number of residential grid-connected solar PV rooftop systems in Gujarat is 4.5 lakh whereas in Rajasthan, it's a mere 25,000. Experts believe this is mainly due to the electricity duty imposed on the consumer and an almost indifferent approach to the rooftop sector in the state, finds Sapna Gopal. Read on to know more...

9 mins

Urban Flooding Woes

In this article, Ayuj Purohit says the efficiency of the current water systems has seen a downward slope which can be related to the rapid urbanization that has undermined the sustainability of the environment. The mismanagement of water-related infrastructure and the problems faced because of it have led to a peculiar predicament of flooding in urban areas, that is, 'urban flooding' where the roads and surrounding areas get inundated with water.

3 mins

Natural Farming through a Wide-Angle Lens

Groundbreaking Comparative Study Reveals Natural Farming Leads for Yields, Livelihoods and Health

2 mins

Ladakh

The Land of Mystic and Mystery

7 mins

Beat the Heat

Ashden is a UK-based climate solutions charity with a mission to accelerate transformative climate innovations and build a more just world. Ashden helps tell the stories of climate and energy pioneers in the UK, Africa, Middle East, Asia and South America through its annual Ashden Awards plus other programmes. Read more to know about partners at Ashden which work on cooling systems for buildings that are low carbon/low energy.

5 mins

Green Commute

Why must a price-conscious customer commit to a starting premium, should electric vehicle car value chains have a magnifying surveillance on grounds of emissions, and how can the ecosystem make EVs as mainstream on the roads? These are some pressing questions Nimish Trivedi tries to answer in this article.

3 mins

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TerraGreen Magazine Description:

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!

Table of contents
• News • Comments • Worldview • Features • In Conservation • Red Alert • Cover Story • Special Reports • Perspective • TerraYouth • Wild Wonders • Green Product • Pioneer • Breakthrough • Review
• Environmental Research • Green Events • Wake-up Call