India needs to take the methane emissions from landfills more seriously

Methane is a greenhouse gas 28 times more potent than carbon dioxide at warming the atmosphere over a 100-year period.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Jan 22, 2023 · 01:30 pm

India is not walking the talk on its climate pledges

In 2022, the Indian government made several attempts to dilute environmental laws and pushed for infrastructure projects in eco-sensitive areas.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Dec 29, 2022 · 09:30 pm

What are India’s plans to decarbonise its trucking, shipping and aviation sectors?

The transport sector in India accounts for 13.5% of all energy-related emissions, the third highest after the industrial and residential sectors.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Nov 05, 2022 · 07:30 pm

Can rich nations be held accountable for the pain caused to Maharashtra’s farmers by climate change?

At the coming COP27, India is pushing for a finance facility that could cover monetary losses caused by climate change.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

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· Nov 04, 2022 · 01:30 pm

If India wants to fulfil its 2030 climate promises, it must take stronger steps: UN report

The report provides the latest assessment of scientific studies on current and estimated future greenhouse gas emissions.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Oct 29, 2022 · 01:30 pm

With 182 landslides this year, India urgently needs an early warning system

But there are challenges in the way, say scientists and experts.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Oct 13, 2022 · 09:30 pm

Explained: The legal battle over the potatoes used to make Lay’s chips

PepsiCo has appealed in the Delhi High Court against the revocation of its registration of a potato variety.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Sep 20, 2022 · 01:30 pm

Why accurate tracking and measuring of methane emissions is important in the climate fight

Methane is responsible for almost a quarter of global warming. Unreliable emissions inventories complicate climate change mitigation efforts, says a study.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Aug 13, 2022 · 09:30 pm

Supreme Court has set a bad precedent by letting industry get retrospective environmental clearance

Ex post facto approval allows industries to proceed with projects without prior sanction and compensate for any damage with fines.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· May 08, 2022 · 01:30 pm

‘My village, my rule’: Forest rights are fostering self-sustaining communities in Maharashtra

The recognition of community forest rights has altered the lives of forest villagers of Gondia for the better.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Apr 18, 2022 · 09:30 pm

The world can halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, but only if it acts now: UN panel report

Meeting the ambitious target of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C by 2100 is possible, but will require countries to step-up, says the new report.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Apr 05, 2022 · 07:30 pm

Recognising Adivasis’ rights over forest land has helped protect nature in Gondia district

The recognition has increased a sense of ownership in the locals over their resources, leading to the adoption of a wide range of sustainable practices.

Flavia Lopes, IndiaSpend.com

· Mar 14, 2022 · 07:30 pm