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Green Hydrogen Projects Face Implementation Challenges in 2025

Green hydrogen has emerged as a very important solution for reducing carbon emissions globally. Recent studies indicate that while interest and investment in green hydrogen projects have surged,...

 January 18, 2025

India’s Phase-Out of Hydrochlorofluorocarbons

India's commitment to phasing out hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) has reached milestone as the country completed this transition by the end of 2024. This action aligns with international efforts under...

 January 18, 2025

Air Pollution’s Impact on Childhood Obesity Risks

Recent research has brought into light a concerning link between pre-pregnancy air pollution exposure and childhood obesity. A study conducted with over 5,800 mother-child pairs in Shanghai has...

 January 17, 2025

Assam Coal Mine Flooding

The recent flooding of an illegal coal mine in Assam has resulted in a tragic loss of life and raised serious concerns about mining safety regulations. On January...

 January 17, 2025

Cabo Verde’s Climate Resilience and Development Needs

Cabo Verde, an archipelago off West Africa, faces climate challenges. The World Bank's recent report marks the urgent need for investment to tackle these issues. Released on January...

 January 17, 2025

Biochar Use to Remediate DDT-Contaminated Soil

DDT, or di-chloro-di-phenyl-tri-chloro-ethane, was introduced as an insecticide in 1939. It proved effective against various agricultural pests. However, prolonged use led to soil degradation and infertility. Recent research...

 January 17, 2025

IMD Declares 2024 Hottest Year Recorded

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) declared 2024 as the hottest year in India's recorded history. This announcement follows a global consensus that 2024 was the warmest year worldwide....

 January 17, 2025

Hologram-Based Stickers for Vehicles in India

The Supreme Court of India has recently discussed the potential implementation of hologram-based colour-coded stickers for vehicles as a measure to combat air pollution. This discussion comes in...

 January 16, 2025

Golden Langur Conservation Efforts in Assam

The recent death of a golden langur on National Highway 117 in Assam has sparked widespread concern about the endangered species. The incident, which occurred in the Bongaigaon...

 January 16, 2025

Climate Change Impact on Gangasagar Mela 2025

The Gangasagar Mela, Hindu festival held annually on Sagar Island, West Bengal, has faced unprecedented challenges due to climate change. In January 2025, the festival experienced unusual warmth,...

 January 16, 2025

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