Nagavarshini M India contributes approximately 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions while housing 17% of the world’s population. It faces the dual challenge of sustaining robust economic growth while dramatically reducing its carbon footprint. India’s decarbonization policy framework represents one…
India is an ecological hotspot with ten unique biogeographical zones and a significant variety of endemic flora and fauna, thus well known as a mega-biodiverse country. In this Anthropocene era, the Indian landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation, which is not solely due to climate change and deforestation, but also to the silent crisis of invasive alien species (IAS). IAS are often regarded as a serious threat to biodiversity, alongside habitat degradation, across the globe.
Sujal Kumar Poddar “Why is the eco-friendly bottle always the more expensive one?” This was a question I heard a thirteen-year-old girl ask her father at a supermarket. The father shrugged, visibly unsure, and reached for the cheaper plastic bottle.…
Kumar Aryan Tourism today is at a crossroads. As one of the fastest-growing industries globally, it hasan environmental footprint that has come under increased scrutiny. With travel becoming more accessible, destinations around the world are witnessing an upsurge in visitors,…
Neha Gogoi The aspirations of a democracy can only be realised when its youth, along with marginalized communities, are its active agents. Empowering youth from marginalized communities is not just a commitment to be made, but it is a democratic…
Climate Change and gender based violence are two concepts that are rarely discussed together. However the impacts of climate change are felt most acutely by vulnerable populations, particularly women and girls.
Shreesh Pandey Introduction The urgency to transform our food systems has never been more pronounced, given the escalating climate crisis, unsustainable agricultural practices, and rising health concerns. As a passionate advocate for animal rights and environmental justice, my fellowship journey…