US exit from Paris Agreement begins to bite
The US alone accounts for over 50 percent of the pledged funding to the Green Climate Fund, which is the world’s largest climate fund. Other stakeholders now face a pivotal moment. They have to find a way to offset the exit of the most influential country in the funding mechanism
Explained: Centre's U-turn on installing anti-pollution systems in thermal power plants
Justifying its reversal of the mandate, the environment ministry said current exposure levels provide no credible evidence to suggest that sulphur dioxide (SO₂), under prevailing ambient conditions, is a major public health concern.
India to add 8,500 MWh battery energy storage by 2027-end
The government will commission 3000 MW of pumped storage projects this year, according to Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority (CEA) Ghanshyam Prasad.
Centre's environment panel clears Adani Power, NLC India and GMR Group's expansion plans for coal-fired power plants
The expert appraisal committee (EAC) of the environment ministry, however, rejected projects of NTPC Ltd, Jindal Power and JSW Energy.
Policy stability is the key to expanding India’s renewable energy ecosystem
A smartly designed policy such as the interstate transmission waiver enhances market efficiency by transferring power from high resource states to others. Consequently, phaseout of policy support must be gradual and account for the prevailing state of the industry. Strengthening the demand-supply loop is essential
Centre drafts proposal on emission reduction targets for PSU and private refineries, along with textile sector
A government draft on emission reduction target has for the first time mandated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by oil PSUs like IOC, BPCL, HPCL, GAIL and ONGC, along with private sector refineries.
Climate-proof and Profitable: the hidden upside of adaptation investments in India
Adaptation isn’t just climate insurance but also a smart investment. In India, projects that bolster resilience are delivering powerful profits, showing that climate-proofing can be as lucrative as it is necessary
India’s green energy vision needs policy stability
Renewable energy holds the key to meeting the country’s climate commitment. Capacity expansion of RE was aided significantly by waiver of interstate transmission charges, a policy measure that will end this month. There’s a powerful case to extend it to give the sector the stability it needs
Iran-Israel Conflict: Centre to meet shipping stakeholders to assess impact on trade
Nearly two-thirds of India's crude oil and half of the LNG imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway which could be at risk in the ongoing Israel-Iran war.
Bridging the climate finance gap for India’s transition
India requires $2.5 trillion for climate action by 2030. While global funding commitments fall short, mobilising private capital and regulatory reforms are crucial for bridging this gap in climate finance
Drones to monitor forests, labs to rejuvenate soil: How an organization is using AI to conserve Eastern Himalayan landscapes
World Environment Day: Drones are being used to plant seed balls prepared using the indigenous community knowledge of native species, local conditions, optimal zones and time for seed dispersal.
India’s solar race demands a manufacturing revolution
India is rapidly scaling solar manufacturing, reducing import dependence and boosting domestic capacity. To sustain momentum, upstream integration, policy clarity, and tech innovation are essential for global competitiveness and climate leadership
A climate twist to economic uncertainty
The UN wants national climate plans to be updated to address economic uncertainties and help growth
Global forest loss tops record as wildfires drive destruction
India’s water crisis isn’t just about scarcity – it’s also about storage and delivery
India’s water crisis goes beyond scarcity, it’s a challenge of storage, delivery, and access to safe water. Holistic infrastructure, innovation, and awareness are essential for long-term water security and resilience
How to sharpen the focus of climate cash
The draft climate finance taxonomy is the first concrete step by India to clear confusion about green projects
Sushant Singh Rajput didn’t eat bread for five months, reveals Jim Sarbh, says, 'He broke my wrist when we were...'"
Jim Sarbh recently recalled working with Sushant Singh Rajput on Raabta (2017), sharing heartfelt memories and revealing that Sushant accidentally broke his wrist during an action sequence, highlighting both the intensity and camaraderie of their time on set.
Suspending the Indus Water Treaty stops flow of information, gives India a window to accelerate hydropower projects
Due to the treaty, India's plan to build dams to regulate waters from the western rivers to Pakistan have remained constrained but the latest developments offer a window of opportunity to fast-track projects.
Govt looks to triple clearances for pumped hydro storage projects this fiscal
The government is focusing on pumped storage projects (PSPs) as a long-term solution for storing electricity since the use of batteries for longer hours remains unaffordable
The trilemma of achieving carbon market harmony in India
Carbon markets are complex but need both enforced compliance and voluntary efforts
How coal power plants, carbon-emitting cars are affecting global blood supply
The study is the first globally to look at how climate change can affect each stage of the blood supply chain, based on a review of international studies
Exclusive | Can’t be rushing through with nuclear energy laws: Union minister Jitender Singh
The government is looking at models like IN-SPACe and the Bio-RIDE in the space and biotech sectors to involve private participation in nuclear power, Singh told Moneycontrol.
Trump's tariffs could bring scale to India’s solar manufacturing, even as fear of dumping looms
Trump's 26 percent reciprocal tariff will immediately slow down Indian solar exports to the US, but it will make the sector more globally competitive while also affording the opportunity to explore other global markets. The government will need to address fears of dumping by the Chinese manufacturers.
India’s Green Ambitions at Risk: Need to tackle currency devaluation risk
India requires over $10 trillion for its green transition by 2070, relying on foreign capital. The rupee’s recent devaluation complicates clean energy project financing, increasing costs and risks, necessitating government support and hedging solutions
Smart City Mission — A smart move that needs to be smarter
The central scheme to make 100 cities smart has ended but there are unfinished tasks left
