Sustainability Karma Desk

Adaptation responses need to be accelerated to address growing climate risks, along with an imperative to greatly upscale adaptation-focused climate finance

McKinsey Global Institute analysis highlights severe climate adaptation funding gaps, with India and Greater China among the most financially exposed regions at 2°C warming

At GEO India 2024, Minister Hardeep Puri emphasised energy's role in economic growth, highlighting India’s energy reforms, exploration potential, and green hydrogen goals to meet rising demand and ensure energy security.

Brain trauma cases arise mainly from road accidents, especially two-wheeler crashes due to lack of helmets, reckless driving, and drunk driving, says Dr N.K. Venkatramana of Brains Super Speciality Hospital, and adds that contributing factors include poor vehicle maintenance, bad roads, and...

The Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme has already delivered foreign exchange savings exceeding Rs 1.7 lakh crore, reduced CO₂ emissions by approximately 869 lakh metric tonnes, and substituted over 289 lakh metric tonnes of crude oil.

Building resilient supply chains, will require long-term, structured partnerships that move beyond government-to-government agreements and into deep industry collaboration.

India's inclusion in the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data strengthens its role in shaping global statistical practices, leveraging data science for sustainable development, innovation, and informed policy-making.

The Indian government launched a National Mission on Natural Farming, aiming to cover 7.5 lakh hectares, engage 1 crore farmers, and promote chemical-free, sustainable farming.

The November 2024 symposium at Vigyan Bhawan focused on India's green energy transition, launching the ASSET platform to support states in developing sustainable energy solutions and aligning with national goals for 2047 and 2070.

India has launched its first Private 5G-powered Digital Mining Infrastructure Lab at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, marking a major step towards Mining 4.0. The state of the art facility will support indigenous innovation for smart, safe, and sustainable mining technologies.