‘Dune: Part 2’ is a climate story we can actually root for
If you write a news article or column about climate, the odds are strong it will be too depressing, too repetitive or too wonky to attract eyeballs. But there is more likelihood of people lining up to see a well-crafted movie with messages on climate change. It turns out the best route for delivering climate messages is often an indirect one
China’s growth ambitions will erase the world’s climate gains
If China held its carbon emissions reduction target steady — or brought it down further, in the manner of fellow high-income countries whose pollution is now at a 50-year low — then the world’s climate footprint would have shrunk by about 155 million metric tons, instead of growing by 410 million tons. China's greenhouse footprint boils down to three factors: its economic growth, energy intensity of that growth, and carbon intensity of that energy
Explained: The Coal Logistics Plan and Policy and why India needs it
The targets under the plan include ensuring mechanized loading/handling and evacuation of 90 percent of coal produced through first mile connectivity (FMC) by FY30.
Supreme Court ban on tiger safaris in Jim Corbett: Why balancing ecosystems and economics is critical
The success of Project Tiger and popularity of the striped cat in India means protected area managers will have to revisit management strategies to balance revenue generation while maintaining ecological integrity.
Capacity boost needs a rethink as RBI seeks to close gaps in climate-risk frameworks
The RBI has a two-fold regulatory burden: to develop knowledge transformation pathways for not only its regulated entities but also all the central bank officers engaged in regulation and supervision
Environment & science roundup March 5 2024: Kochi weather, El Nino started melting Antarctica Doomsday glacier in the 1930s, red net protection for crops, upcoming total solar eclipse
Optical pest control: Study finds switching to red nets helps protect crops better
According to the researchers, even when the mesh size of the red nets was larger, they outperformed traditional nets in both laboratory and field tests.
Torrent Power wins bid to supply gas-based power during crunch period in summers this year
The Government of India, through NVVN, has come up with the crunch or high-demand period scheme since last year to harness gas-based power generation (GBPG) so as to overcome the country’s rising power demand.
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: How you can apply for rooftop solar scheme and get subsidy
Households will be able to access collateral-free low-interest loan products of around 7 percent at present for installation of residential rooftop solar (RTS) systems up to 3 kW
Preparing for a Hot Summer: Heatwave challenges and solutions ahead of Lok Sabha Elections 2024
With the Lok Sabha polls round the corner, prioritising public safety during outdoor engagements is crucial. To achieve this, bold and collaborative efforts aimed at safeguarding public health and enhancing resilience is needed
El Niño spurred melting of Antarctica’s 'Doomsday Glacier', finds new study
El Niño effect on Antarctica: The potential consequences of Thwaites Glacier’s complete meltdown are particularly dire, with projections suggesting it could raise sea levels by more than 60cm.
How PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is different from the previous rooftop solar scheme
The MNRE clarified that residential rooftop solar applications submitted before February 13, 2024 will not be eligible for the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) under the new scheme - PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. They will be eligible for subsidies under the old regime.
Climate Crisis: EU steers carbon markets to a brighter future with two new rules
A provisional deal to compile rules for certifying carbon-removal credits — the Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF) — is the first time there is a policy which clearly defines quality carbon removal and seeks to quantify it. The Green Claims Directive seeks to stop greenwashing; companies must get approval for any environmental marketing claims before using them. Lawbreakers may face fines of at least at 4 percent of their annual turnover
Development on faster track? Clearer green rules a must
The economy needs development projects to keep the growth momentum going, but this should not come at the cost of the environment
Coal India aims to produce 838 MT for FY25; Power sector to get at least 79% of it
For the current financial year (2023-24), Prasad said Coal India may miss the production target of 780 MT (FY24) by about 10 MT. Besides. of the 780 MT, Coal India is supplying more than the targeted 610 MT to the power sector in FY24.
Strategic Leh-Kaithal Green Energy Corridor gets President's assent
PGCIL is likely to place all orders for the project by March 2025 and it is likely to be a reality by FY2030
The Green Pivot | Wall Street gets cold feet on ESG as politics plays spoilsport
The principal argument employed by those against ESG investing is that it diverges from the fiduciary duty of asset managers to ensure the best possible returns for investors
India's power regulator directs audit of power exchanges citing lapses
This comes days after the CERC on February 6 ordered for a shadow pilot on market coupling of India's power exchanges.
Govt likely to offer coal at lower than market rate for coal gasification projects
Available land near coal mines under the Ministry of Coal can be offered at competitive and concessional price for setting up coal gasification units, M Nagaraju, additional secretary and nominated authority, Ministry of coal said
Are energy efficient appliances worth it?
The biggest gains will be made by adding insulation and switching to low-carbon heating, as these investments will have the largest impact on fossil-fuel demand (74% of UK homes are heated with gas). But energy efficiency is a no-brainer climate solution. Improving it not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions but also energy bills. Residential electricity consumption fell by 12% between 2008 and 2018, even as the UK population grew, thanks to improvements in lighting and appliances
SJVN gets competitive L1 tariff of Rs 3.43/kWh for 1,500 MW solar-wind hybrid project
Of the six bid winners, Juniper Green Energy Private Limited topped the list by securing 150 MW at the opening tariff rate of Rs 3.43 kWh.
Thermax Ltd to renew focus on power projects in FY25: CEO Ashish Bhandari
Power sector has emerged back again in a big way in the past three months or so. Hence, the inquiry pipeline relating to thermal power, both utility side and for captive projects, has gone up, said Bhandari
How many types of solar eclipses are there, and how often do they occur?
Eclipses follow a predictable cycle known as the Saros cycle, lasting 6,585 days. April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse. It'll be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous US until 2044.
Top myths associated with solar eclipses
In spite of the scientific explanation for the celestial event, some misconceptions still endure. April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse.
How 6 ancient cultures explained a solar eclipse
These interpretations helped them make sense of what seemed like an inexplicable phenomenon. April 8 will witness a total solar eclipse, when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the Sun. It'll be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous US until 2044.
