How Delhi Master Plan 2041 misses the bus in every aspect
The draft Delhi Master Plan 2041 in its current form, lacks substance, basic data and numbers worth of a Master Plan on a range of issues, from …
Link sanitation, solid waste to agriculture, Niti Aayog advises states
Govt policy think tank asks chief secretaries to extract nutrients from human excreta and use them in place of fertilsers
Why NGT rap on Amazon, Flipkart on 16-yr-old's petition is significant
Green bench directive against e-commerce giants come at a time when plastic waste is choking us
Coca-Cola yet again top global plastic polluter
In 2019, 11,732 pieces of Coke-branded plastic waste was identified from 37 countries. Last year, the beverages brand accounted for 9,216 pieces …
Swachh Bharat Mission: Haryana’s race for ODF tag pushed people in debt traps
Villagers were forced to construct toilets, but were not given subsidy promised under SBM
World Environment Day 2023: Waste dumping is polluting the Jhelum in Kashmir with microplastics
Plastic waste is exposed to several environmental elements, breaking it down into microplastics and nanoplastics
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (November 13, 2020)
Down To Earth brings you the top environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, the high courts and the National Green Tribunal
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (June 7, 2022)
India’s compressed biogas sector present opportunities for startup entrepreneurs
The sector is gaining momentum towards its goal of establishing 5,000 CBG projects nationwide under SATAT scheme
CSE-DTE at Ottawa: Just transition and Global Plastic Treaty — An inclusive journey towards circularity?
Waste pickers and concept of just transition have gained attention during process of developing Global Plastic Treaty
Plastic’s toxic trail: What are other countries doing about chemicals used in these polymers?
The need right now is to simplify plastics towards safety and sustainability through policies promoting the use of fewer and safer chemicals
Plastic’s toxic trail: These polymers’ usage and disposal have their own set of dangers
Plastics not only pollute and affect human health during the production phase, but continue to do so during the usage phase, as well as through …
Global plastic profiles: How is the Global North helping the South tackle plastic pollution?
Capacity-building, technical assistance and technology transfer to poor countries aims to advance a resilient and sustainable approach to plastic …
Global plastic profiles: Can a dedicated financial mechanism beat global plastic pollution?
Such a mechanism can provide predictable, sustainable and adequate resources to support implementation efforts in developing countries
Global plastic profiles: How well are countries tracking and monitoring the plastic supply chain?
To ensure effective management and regulation, Parties are required to monitor and track the production, imports and exports of chemicals and …
Global plastic profiles: Where do countries stand on a ‘just transition’ for the plastic industry?
A just transition approach prioritises addressing social and economic impacts associated with transitioning by providing support to affected …
Global plastic profiles: How do countries intend to tackle existing plastic pollution?
Addressing existing plastic pollution requires a multifaceted approach involving international cooperation, preventive measures, cleanup …
Global plastic profiles: What are the issues within global trade in plastics?
Trade policies and regulations play a pivotal role in shaping the movement of plastics and plastic waste across borders
Global plastic profiles: Have countries found common ground on effective waste management?
Collaborative efforts involving governments, local authorities, industry and civil society are crucial in developing and implementing integrated …
Global plastic profiles: Do countries agree on emissions and releases of plastics across their life cycles?
China and Iran do not agree that plastics pollute during their production, manufacturing and distribution phase. Both countries have suggested a …
Global plastic profiles: What is the status of Extended Producer Responsibility globally?
There is no consensus on a harmonised global EPR; EU is the only region to propose an EPR to incentivise “plastic reduction and reuse”,…
Global plastic profiles: What do countries feel about promotion and adoption of non-plastic substitutes?
Ensuring the performance, safety and scalability of non-plastic alternatives remains essential for their widespread adoption and successful …
Global plastic profiles: What are country stances on alternative plastics?
While alternative plastics play a role in addressing the plastic problem, their widespread adoption may necessitate investment in waste …
Global plastic profiles: How do nations view use of recycled plastic content?
In ongoing talks to combat plastic pollution, the use of recycled plastic content represents a proactive strategy to mitigate environmental …
Global plastic profiles: CSE groups nations on the 5 Rs. What are they?
The principles of ‘Reduce, Reuse, Refill, Repair, Refurbish’ foster a shift away from single-use plastics towards a more …