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April 24, 2023
Desalination via solar energy for sustainable development
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
Policies, plans and financing for just energy transition
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
IPCC climate report - a warning call
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
Fostering innovation in the green cooling sector
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
IFC fosters climate action in South Asia
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
Enabling a just transition in India’s coal district of Korba
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)
Addressing India's impending solar waste crisis
The solar industry should also explore innovative financing mechanisms and business models for solar waste management.
CEEW
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
FSG
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
Amita Bhaduri
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
Environmental Defense Fund
Observer Research Foundation
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
iFOREST
Posted on 12 Mar, 2024 10:52 AM

Maharashtra, which contributes 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)
Pastoralists demand land rights as Banni grasslands of Kutch readied for cheetah breeding
News this fortnight
Aarti Kelkar Khambete
Posted on 05 Feb, 2024 03:31 PM

Maldharis demand land rights as government readies Banni grasslands of Kutch for cheetah breeding
Maldharis grazing buffaloes (Image Source: A. J. T. Johnsingh, WWF-India and NCF via Wikimedia Commons)
TNC India recommends low impact siting for renewables in India, Latin America, and Sub-Saharan Africa at COP28
Insights from global leaders on renewable energy deployment and environmental conservation
The Nature Conservancy
Posted on 12 Dec, 2023 11:14 AM

As world leaders, climate champions, and experts gather to chart out a path to tackle climate change and accelerate renewable energy (RE), The Nature Conservancy (TNC) India and the International Solar Alliance (ISA) held discussions on RE and environmental conservation.
Need for a renewable energy transition (Image: Needpix)
The Forest Rights Act empowers Odisha women to protect their forests
News update this fortnight
Aarti Kelkar Khambete
Posted on 06 Dec, 2023 10:17 AM

The forest rights act helps women take lead to protect their forests in Odisha
Rural women in Odisha (Image Source: Trocaire from Ireland via Wikimedia Commons)
Experts stress responsible land use for India's renewable energy potential
Meeting Paris Agreement targets: Challenges and solutions for India's renewable energy expansion
The Nature Conservancy
Posted on 10 Nov, 2023 05:51 PM

To meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement, India must install an additional 300 GW of utility-scale solar and wind energy by 2030, with the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. However, the land-intensive nature of renewable energy poses environmental and social challenges that need to be responsibly managed.
Socio-ecological conflicts hindering the rapid deployment of renewable energy in India (Image: Rawpixel)
Shaping the future of clean energy manufacturing
India’s clean energy manufacturing sector performing well in terms of supplier ecosystem, collaborations and partnerships: KPMG study
KPMG
Posted on 11 Oct, 2023 07:55 PM

Whether the world and India need an energy transition is no longer in question. Rather, the question is how to achieve it, and how soon. The answer to both of those questions could depend on how India gets the manufacturing and supply chain story right, as it will be not just India that benefits, but the world stands to gain as well.
Woman barefoot solar technician (Image: Abbie Trayler-Smith/Panos Pictures/Department for International Development; CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 DEED)
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