Here’s How Agriculture Has A Plastic Problem
Plasticulture, the application of synthetic polymer-based technologies in agriculture, has found wide-ranging uses, making it…
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How Climate Change Is Killing Us, In More Ways Than One
We’ve all heard about climate change’s effect on our planet — but do you know…
Think Global, Act Local To Avoid A Day Zero
In terms of navigating, not solving, a water crisis, South Africa’s 2018 Day Zero is…
People Of The Indus: Portraits From A Changing River
On its 3,100-kilometre course from the mountains of Tibet to the Arabian Sea, the mighty…
Rising Air Pollution Impacts India’s Crop Yields And Food Security
A recent study has highlighted how air pollution impacts crop yields and increases associated economic…
Here’s ‘Electronic Soil’, That Enhances Growth Of Crops
Scientists have developed an electrically conductive “soil” which they say can lead to 50 per…
Global Recession Remains A Risk As Gaza War Rages On
So far, Israel’s war in Gaza hasn’t greatly disrupted global supply chains. But the situation…
As World Resources Deplete, How Do We Best Conserve Biodiversity?
The annual United Nations Climate Change Conference, better known as COP, that starts on Nov….
Soil Degradation In India Spells Ruination For Millions Of People
Most states are affected by soil degradation. The worst are Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra…
Report Says More Action Is Needed To Protect Freshwater Ecosystems
The COP28 U.N. climate summit, which begins in just a couple of weeks, aims to make…
Even Temporary Global Warming Above 2°C Will Have Impacts
There is growing consensus that our planet is likely to pass the 1.5°C warming threshold….
Architect Of Our Green Revolution Passes Away
M.S. Swaminathan was known for bringing in reforms in India’s agricultural sector and leading India’s…
What Will An El Niño Bring Next To India?
India’s vital monsoon rains can be disrupted by an El Niño, which is a major…
Drought-Resilient Millet: A Pathway To Food Security In India?
The Indian government is making a significant effort to raise the profile of millet, an…
Balancing More Renewable Projects & Feeding India’s Population
As per data provided in the Lok Sabha last month, the Indian government has sanctioned…
Little Sign Of A South Asian Voice On Climate
New Delhi is shutting down in preparation for the arrival of world leaders at the…
Tackling Food Loss And Waste For Climate And Food Security
Reducing food loss and waste could improve food security but it may not necessarily lead…
Ruza, A Traditional Water Harvesting System For Water-Scarce Mountains
“Rainfed agriculture in India is a risky enterprise, owing to uncertainties in rainfall,” reads a…
India’s Palm Oil Drive Faces A Reality Check
Palm oil has become essential to India’s food security in the past three decades, replacing…
Building A New Restoration Economy In India
In recent years, the planet has confronted a series of growing environmental challenges. At the…
Experts Warn Of Harsher Heatwaves In India
A recent UN report has suggested that the next five years could be the hottest…
India’s Push To Use Sugar For Fuel May Lead To Problems
Over the past few months, huge chimneys have been belching thick smoke incessantly on the…
India May Soon See Heat Waves Beyond Limit Of Human Survival: WB Report
(Source: PTI) Severe heat waves, responsible for thousands of deaths across India over the last…
Heat-Related Deaths Up By 68% In Recent Past: Lancet Report
(Source: PTI) Heat-related deaths increased by 68 per cent between 2000-2004 and 2017-2021, while vulnerable…
Non-Food Crops Are Eating Up Our Food
It’s sometimes bandied about that enough food is grown globally to feed everyone now and…