Category Center for Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development

Empowering Marginalized Youth for Gender Justice, Social Inclusion and Democratic Participation: A Multi SDG Approach to Equitable Development

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…

Building a Sustainable Plant-Based Food System: A Grassroots Journey through Fatehgarh and Ambala

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…

Dialogue Between Nature and Development: Lessons from Kancha Gachibowli

Gaddam Bhavana The dialogue between nature and development in Kancha Gachibowli highlights the intricate balance that must be maintained to ensure sustainable growth. As urbanization progresses, it is crucial to integrate environmental considerations into planning and development strategies to preserve…

People and the Wetland: A Look at How the Community Views and Manages Nangal  Wetland 

The Nangal Wetland, a Ramsar site of international ecological significance, is a calm,  glistening body of water located in Punjab's foothills of the Shiwalik range. This artificial  reservoir, which was created in 1961 as a component of the Bhakra-Nangal Dam project, has  developed into a flourishing natural habitat, a shelter for migrating birds, and a vital resource  for nearby residents.

A Comparative Analysis of Financing Climate Action in India and China: Is Climate Finance Working?

Climate finance has emerged as the financial cornerstone of global efforts to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change. With rising temperatures, erratic weather events, and increasing socioeconomic vulnerability, especially in the Global South, the real-world effectiveness of climate finance is under growing scrutiny. Yet, in countries like India and China, two of the world's most influential emerging economies, the central question persists: Is climate finance delivering results on the ground, or is it still more rhetoric than reality?

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