Life of Plastic: Indian producers, brands contribute majorly to polymer pollution says CSE; here is how
Producers manufacture large amounts of plastic which can’t be recycled, while brands do not recycle enough
Concerted actions vital to accelerate shift towards ‘plastic-free’ living
Crux of this problem lies in a lack of public awareness regarding the detrimental impact of plastic waste and a corresponding deficiency in …
Africa Climate Summit 2023: Invest in resilient, efficient and sustainable food system, leaders urge
Minimising post-harvest food losses and waste, transiting to nature-based solution, among solutions advocated
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (August 8, 2023)
Down To Earth brings you the top environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, the high courts and the National Green Tribunal
Plastic-free planet: Negotiations on Global Plastics Treaty underway, the story so far
This meeting is the international community’s chance set the stage for negotiations on a global deal to end plastic pollution
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (April 13, 2023)
Himalayan plunder: Tourist rush threatens fragile Ladakh
More than an average of 300-600 cars visit Pangong lake every day, passing through some of the most fragile ecosystems in the region
It is critical to view antimicrobial resistance through a multi-dimensional lens
Reducing pollution from the pharmaceutical, agricultural and healthcare sectors is needed to reduce the emergence, transmission and spread of …
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (June 10, 2022)
Lateral Thoughts: Clueless about food waste
We have no data on how much food we we waste and this derails waste management
COVID-19: Finding clues to containment in wastewater
Australia, the Netherlands and Massachusetts have found traces of the virus in wastewater so far
IIT Kharagpur to steer Saraswati 2.0 for reuse of treated water
The institution will steer three pilot projects to treat wastewater, make it re-usable and also explore its usage in compost or value …
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (August 14, 2019)
Norwegian Embassy: A case of treading lighter on nature’s resources
A combination of low-capital initiatives by the management, maintenance policies and a clear vision that have made the Norwegian Embassy into a …
Simply Put: Earth Day 2024
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (March 18, 2024)
Down To Earth brings you the top environmental cases heard in Supreme Court, high courts & National Green Tribunal
Action falls short as far as industrial effluent pollution in India is concerned
There are lapses in implementation of laws and court judgements
Philippines environmental group raises concerns over plastic pollution at INC3
It advocated for a comprehensive global plastic treaty, raising points in alignment with sustainable planetary boundaries & safeguarding …
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (September 26, 2023)
Managing microplastic pollution is important for meeting sustainable development goals in India
Microplastics are a significant environmental problem and pose risks to marine life, terrestrial organisms and human health
Plastic-free planet: Paris meet ends after severe delays, with proposal for zero draft text
Member states have urged the INC secretariat to prepare a zero draft which will be up for negotiations at INC-3 in Nairobi, Kenya
Why Jaipur’s Hingonia biogas plant has emerged as a model for waste-to-energy facilities
Infrastructure required for setting up biogas plant is available in India; finanacial support & proper waste management can help the industry grow
Occupational hazard: Exposure to ionising radiation affects over 24 million workers globally
Behavioural risk factors plays an important role in the worldwide cancer burden and 44% of global cancer deaths are preventable
Packaging peril: Combined effort needed to ensure eco-friendly options, say experts
COVID-19 has accelerated plastic packaging due to a rise in e-commerce; ensuring its safe disposal and recycling requires involving everyone on board
Stockholm+50: How do we prepare for the next half century
When we mark the 50th anniversary of the 1972 Stockholm conference, we need to discuss consumption and production in a globalised world