Cape Town’s climate strategy isn’t perfect, but every African city should have one
Only 13 cities in Africa are C40 cities — cities committed to taking measurable climate action. Only five in South Africa have climate …
Sustainable diets will remain a minefield until we change the way we approach food
With profit-making still at the top of the food industry agenda, we need more than consumer power alone to achieve a truly sustainable food system
India ranks third in the world in the LEED Green Building rankings
The rank can be a powerful tool in the country's efforts for the 100 Smart Cities initiative
New treaty to protect the world’s oceans may hurt vulnerable African fisheries
The treaty needs clear regulations; subsidies for distant water vessels can encourage overexploitation of vulnerable species.
One-third of global business leaders don’t believe in integrating SDGs: UN study
Lack of knowledge and global economic slowdown major reasons behind this hesitance, found the UN Global Compact-Accenture Strategy CEO Study on …
Yes, humans are depleting Earth's resources, but 'footprint' estimates don't tell the full story
Although Earth Overshoot Day is a compelling concept, the methodology used to calculate it and the ecological footprint on which it is based is …
FIFA ups its sustainability game
The governing body of world football updates its sustainability policy for the world cup by including changing certain norms for green stadiums, …
Here are the seven challenges that will shape our 2020s
Plastic pollution, migration, nationalism and three other critical issues require immediate attention from world leaders for the next decade to …
Report bats for inclusion of insects as part of sustainable diet in future
The general attitude towards consumption of insects by humans is negative as insects are perceived as unclean and vectors of diseases
Over 100 cities pledge to make food systems sustainable in urban areas
Urban centres will be key actors in achieving Sustainable Development Goals, including eradication of hunger by 2030:FAO chief
Rural water and sanitation needs to prioritise sustainability
Prioritising drinking water source sustainability, mix-up of nutrient cycle and reuse of treated biosolids & wastewater …
Why a tux, rent a wardrobe: The Gen Z play at making fashion sustainable
Those born between 1997 and 2002 are more concerned about perils of waste, environmental damage and overconsumption in fashion industry, finds …
Food, fuel, fashion, flying: Steps towards sustainability post-COVID-19
Let’s not shy away from demanding for the world what we desire for ourselves and our future generations
Is urbanising rural Odisha sustainable and resilient?
Infrastructure development is necessary and urbanisation is a choice, but not at the cost of sustainability of rural areas
BRSR disclosure pathway to green companies: Indian industry lobby at CoP26
BRSR is a standardised reporting format that will give a baseline to draw comparison between environmental, social and governance goals …
West Africa’s falling fish stocks: Illegal Chinese trawlers, climate change and artisanal fishing fleets to blame
Current west African coastal fishing crisis in the Gulf of Guinea is complex because it has multiple and reinforcing origins
India’s G20 Presidency: It’s an opportunity to set the agenda on crucial challenges of our time
New Delhi’s presidency could prove instrumental in steering policy towards climate action, sustainable growth, energy security and a host …
New Battery Waste Management Rules make producers accountable for recycling
But they need to be more holistic in design to enable sustainability standards
Different colours of green
How media has shaped people's understanding of environment
An Act to commodify water
Meghalaya's draft water Act water omits conservation and management from the sustainability point of view
Tree-fellers turn forest guardians in Bangladesh
How to replace chemical fertilisers with organic & bio-fertilisers
Organic and bio-fertilisers should also be made suitable for application through micro-irrigation methods
Rajasthan village goes beyond caste, fights for water resources
High standards for high-risk projects
We need to vigorously defend our remaining rivers from over-damming and strengthen the laws and standards that protect them
COP28 should shine a spotlight on corporate environmental responsibility
Public, private and social sectors need to come together in the climate fight
