climate change

Imperative for Like Minded Developing Countries to unite at COP29

The ongoing COP29 summit in Baku has once again highlighted the stark divide between developed and developing nations in the global climate discourse. The Like-Minded Developing Countries (LMDCs), a coalition that includes India, China, and several other nations, have voiced their concerns over the imbalance in climate finance negotiations. As the world grapples with the […]

Securing Indian children amidst future challenges

The recent UNICEF report projecting that India will house 350 million children by 2050 underscores the urgent need for strategic planning and robust policy implementation to secure the future of the nation’s youngest citizens. Despite a projected decline of 106 million children from today’s numbers, India will still account for 15% of the global child […]

India’s call for transparent climate finance at COP29

As the world gathers for the 29th session of the UN climate conference (COP29) in Baku, India is poised to play a pivotal role in advocating for a more transparent and predictable climate finance framework. The urgency of this call cannot be overstated, given the escalating climate crisis and the critical need for substantial financial […]

India leading charge in Carbon Emission Reduction

In a world grappling with the escalating impacts of climate change, the recent global survey by the Boston Consulting Group and CO2 AI brings a glimmer of hope. The survey highlights that China, Brazil, and India are at the forefront of reporting, target-setting, and reducing carbon emissions. This leadership is not just commendable but crucial […]

Water crisis deepens in Delhi amid heatwave

Delhi is grappling with severe water shortages, with residents reporting inconsistent supplies and delays

Good air: Fundamental Right of every individual

The IHW Council conducted a Good Air Summit in New Delhi to discuss with environmentalists, stakeholders from various sectors, and climate experts to exchange ideas on achieving a clean and Fundamental Right resilient cities, and safer lifestyles for all on Friday, June 7.

Good Air Summit: Indian culture & improvement in climate

Former Judge & Head of Delhi Forest Committee Najmi Waziri addresses the Good Air Summit held by IHW Council in New Delhi and discusses the contribution of legal courts and common people in saving the environment on Friday, June 8.

Our comfort, our crisis: How modern conveniences are heating up our planet

We often talk about sustainability and environmental protection, but our actions frequently contradict these ideals. When we engage in intrapersonal communication to understand the scenario, can we honestly say we've contributed positively?

NASA launches breakthrough satellite to study climate change

The shoebox-sized satellite, part of the Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment (PREFIRE) mission, was successfully deployed into orbit on Saturday at 4:35 a.m. ET. It hitched a ride aboard a Rocket Lab Electron rocket, which lifted off from the company's launch complex in Mahia, New Zealand.

Small island nations caught between rising debts, rising seas

These nations, scattered across the Caribbean, Africa, and the Pacific, share characteristics that make them particularly vulnerable to external shocks: small landmasses, isolated populations, import-dependent economies, and a lack of economic diversification.