In Short

Science and Technology - Briefs

Shale gas: hype and reality

As the world rushes for the gas, scientists gather evidence of its environmental risks

In Court

Cosmetic concern

Plastic oil

Ideal disposal for waste plastic bottles

ASEAN nations adopt transboundary haze monitoring system

System would keep an eye on fire-emitting hot spots across the region to curb emissions

India

Oil in the well

Moneymakers

Too much at stake

EU takes note of negative impacts of biofuel, plans policy change

Science And Technology - Briefs

Science & Technology - Briefs

Science and Technology - Briefs

HYDERABAD Stalemate

There is a large support of a passive nature, but no outcry against air pollution

BANGALORE waking up

There is a need for better communication between the government and the people

MoEF asks Chennai Petroleum Corporation to change pipeline route

Proposed coastal route too close to populated areas

Energised by vegetables

Are biofuels a feasible option to replacing conventional fuels?

India not on course for clean air target

VENEZUELA

Arctic rush driven by desire to control hydrocarbon deposits, shipping routes

IN SHORT

Baghjan blowout shows why we need to fix liabilities

There is also a need to address inland oil spills through regulations

Communities make oil giants pay for pollution

Indigenous people of Nigeria, Peru take on oil giants; BP pays for its pollution