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April 24, 2023 The economic viability of solar desalination methods is the primary obstacle
The challenge is of ascertaining how renewable energy sources can be utilized to operate a desalination system (Image: Vmenkov, Wikimedia Commons)
April 7, 2023 iFOREST convenes the first Global Just Transition Dialogue
A transition of all fossil fuel sectors will need to be considered in a phased manner (Image: Ramkumar; Wikimedia Commons)
March 23, 2023 Synthesis report of IPCC AR6: Grounded action needed to ensure social and ecological justice
The Sixth Assessment Report of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is the sixth in a series of reports which assess scientific, technical, and socio-economic information concerning climate change (Image: Wallpaperflare)
January 7, 2023 India’s cooling strategy can simultaneously mitigate the heat-related risks on lives and livelihoods, lower carbon emissions, and position India as a global hub for green cooling manufacturing.
Can India meet its growing domestic demand while also position itself as a manufacturing hub for cooling technologies? (Image: Gije Cho, CC)
August 8, 2022 Focus is on sustainable and inclusive growth
IFC works on accelerating the transition to low-carbon development in a wide range of sectors (Image: Kai Stachowiak)
February 16, 2022 Economic restructuring and development intervention will be essential, shows the latest study by iFOREST
Under the 'current policy scenario,' which aligns with India's netzero target of 2070, all the coal mines in Korba can be closed by 2050 and power plants by 2040 in a phased manner (A view of South Eastern Coalfields Limited in Korba; Image: India Water Portal)
From battery power to clean water: How Indian innovation is building a sustainable future
Meet the Indian startups revolutionising sustainability Posted on 07 Jun, 2024 11:29 AM

Sustainability is the driving force behind a new wave of innovation in India. These five startups are tackling some of the country's most pressing environmental challenges with groundbreaking solutions. Their efforts not only address climate change but also inspire others to contribute to a greener future.

Startups lead innovation in cleantech (Image: Needpix)
Solar powered irrigation improves nutritional outcomes in Chattisgarh tribals
News this fortnight Posted on 02 Jun, 2024 10:56 AM

Solar powered irrigation has led to improvement in the nutritional status of Chattisgarh tribals 

Solar power use in a Tamil Nadu farm (Source: Wikimedia Commons)
How cashew nut shells power a sustainable future
Usage of cashew nut shells as an alternative fuel Posted on 26 May, 2024 06:44 PM

Biomass is a vital resource for the biofuel industry, and even the valuable cashew, known as the ‘golden jewel’ of Indian agriculture, can be converted into energy fuel.

From waste to energy (Image: PxHere; CC0 Public Domain)
Evaluating economic indicators for a solar agriculture farm
A comparative case study of ground-mounted and agrivoltaic systems Posted on 17 May, 2024 07:54 AM

Renewable energy generation, particularly from solar power, is on the rise to lower carbon emissions. However, solar photovoltaic plants require vast tracts of land, leading to competition with agricultural land use. Agrovoltaics offer a solution by integrating solar PV systems with farming on the same land.

Solar energy and land use (Image: Rawpixel, CC0)
Highlighting the solar-agriculture-water nexus
Incentivising the use of panel cleaning robots could enhance water resource management Posted on 16 May, 2024 10:38 AM

The rapid expansion of solar energy in India presents challenges related to cropland encroachment and water-resource scarcity.

Solar Power Plant Telangana II (Image: Thomas Lloyd Group, Wikimedia Commons)
Addressing India's impending solar waste crisis
The solar industry should also explore innovative financing mechanisms and business models for solar waste management. Posted on 09 Apr, 2024 12:04 PM

As India progresses towards achieving net-zero status by expanding its renewable energy capacity, a recent study by the

There is a need for building collection centers, storage facilities, and recycling plants to manage solar waste effectively (Image: Syedsolar/RawPixel/CC0 1.0 Universal)
India's climate-tech funding landscape
FSG report on India's climate-tech sector tracks investment dynamics, analyses key trends, and explores the future outlook for the sector
Posted on 21 Mar, 2024 09:33 AM

While investments in India's climate-tech sector grew significantly in previous years due to increasing interest from domestic and international investors, the funding momentum waned by the end of November 2023, reveals consulting firm FSG's new report 'India's Green Revolution 2.0 – Trends Shaping India's Climate-Tech Sector'. According to the report, the sector attr

Realigning climate-tech investments in India: Addressing disparities for a sustainable future (Mohamed Hassan; Image: CC0 Public Domain)
NGT orders response on Chennai’s Chitlapakkam lake encroachments
Policy matters this fortnight Posted on 19 Mar, 2024 06:09 PM

NGT seeks accountability for Chitlapakkam lake encroachments

Chitlapakkam lake, Chennai (Image: Destination Infinity, Wikimedia Commons)
Exploring G20 carbon pricing journey and prospects in the Global South
The report provides insights and recommendations for effective carbon pricing strategies in diverse economies Posted on 12 Mar, 2024 07:35 PM

Today, the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and Observer Research Foundation (ORF) unveiled the report titled 'Navigating Carbon Pricing: The G20 Experience and Global South Pro

Potential for green growth and job creation in Maharashtra's just transition
The state government should formulate a comprehensive State Just Transition Policy, focusing on economic diversification, workforce skilling and development Posted on 12 Mar, 2024 10:52 AM

Maharashtra, contributing 10% of India's greenhouse gas emissions, plays a pivotal role in achieving the nation's climate targets, including the Net Zero goal by 2070.

Navigating the green transition (Image: Mahaurja)
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