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EU Invests €4.6 Billion in Clean Hydrogen

The European Commission (EC) has announced an investment in clean hydrogen and decarbonization technologies and aims to enhance the EU’s commitment to climate neutrality. The funding will be...

December 5, 2024

9th International Conference on Waste to Worth

The 9th International Conference on Waste to Worth brought into light India’s commitment to sustainable practices. Bhupender Yadav, Minister of Environment, stressed the need for a skilled workforce...

December 4, 2024

Top UN Court Hears Landmark Climate Change Case

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is currently hearing a very important case regarding nations’ obligations to combat climate change. This case could set a precedent for future...

December 3, 2024

African Openbill Stork Makes Rare Appearance in Kerala

The African openbill stork has been spotted in Kerala, its first sighting in the state. The observation was made by Subin K.S., a birdwatcher from Thrissur. He saw...

December 3, 2024

Air Pollution from Wildfires Causes Millions of Deaths

A recent study has revealed alarming statistics about air pollution from landscape fires, conducted by Australian researchers, it marks the severe health impacts worldwide. Over 1.5 million deaths...

November 29, 2024

India, ISA Sign Agreement on Solar Project in Pacific Islands

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has signed an agreement with the International Solar Alliance. This agreement, made on November 26, 2024, focuses on solar energy projects in Fiji,...

November 29, 2024

Indian Railways Reaches 97% Electrification, Aims for 100% Green Network

Indian Railways is advancing rapidly in electrifying its Broad Gauge railway lines. In 2024, approximately 97% of the network is electrified, which was shared by Union Minister Ashwini...

November 29, 2024

Dunlin, a Near Threatened Bird, Spotted During Kerala Bird Race

The recent Kochi edition of the Kerala Bird Race showcased 192 bird species and among them was the Dunlin, a small shorebird now classified as “Near Threatened”. This...

November 28, 2024

Global Matchmaking Platform Launches at COP29

The Global Matchmaking Platform (GMP) was launched during Energy Day at COP29, which is a collaboration between the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Climate Club....

November 28, 2024

Disaster Mitigation Funding Approved for 15 States

The Union Home Minister Amit Shah has recently led a high-level committee that approved important funding for disaster mitigation. This initiative aims to enhance capacity-building projects across 15...

November 28, 2024

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