04 Jun 2019 World Environment Day is celebrated every year on 5 June and it is the United Nation’s main channel for creating awareness and joint action to protect Mother Earth. This year, the focus is on air pollution, which is a matter of grave concern for all. Approximately 7…
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The Need to Replace Fossil Fuels with Alternative Fuel
21 Apr 2019 The world is predominantly dependent on fossil fuels for its energy requirements. Fossil fuels are non-renewable sources where stored energy is released through combustion, such as such as coal, natural gas, petroleum and they account for almost 80% of energy used worldwide. Other sources like solar and electrical…
Smart Cities will accelerate Sustainable Development
20 Mar 2019 The United Nation’sa Sustainable Development Goals address the global challenges we face related to poverty, inequality, climate, environmental degradation, prosperity, peace and justice. Governments are working to meet the set goals for sustainable development by the target year of 2030, effectively trying to improve the quality of…
Clean Tech: Marching towards an eco-friendly sustainable environment
30 Jan 2019 One of the most current and urgent issues today pertains to the environment in which we all breathe and live. Environmental pollution, global warming and climate change are seen to be among the leading causes of disease and health issue as well as a key factor impacting…
Future of Water: It’s time to act now!
28 Jan 2019 India’s growing population and economic diversification until now has been supported by its natural resources. However, even though India is naturally blessed with immense water resources, water scarcity has become a tremendous concern in recent times. According to a NITI Aayog report, water challenges are set to…
India Can Become the RE Technology Hub to The World
17 Dec 2018 The journey towards a new energy architecture needs a long term and integrated policy approach, says Tulsi Tanti. The Indian Renewables industry is currently experiencing the right winds of change and is all set to alter the energy landscape of the country in a positive way. The…
Mission Circular Economy
02 Nov 2018 CII’s flagship event, the 13th Sustainability Summit, was held in September. It gave perspective to the crucial subject of Circular Economy. Distinguished guests inaugurating Mission Circular Economy, stressed on the importance for India to accept this path-breaking concept. Here is everything you need to know about this highly…
Ensuring a Sustainable Future: Industry Initiatives
04 Jun 2018 Today, the world faces significant challenges from a variety of environmental issues – climate change, energy efficiency, water use and conservation, biodiversity, and waste management, to name a few. Growing pressure on natural resources, increasing levels of carbon emissions and rising inequalities have the potential to impact…
Indian Exports to Grow Robustly during 2018
02 May 2018 The firming up of global economic recovery during 2018 has improved trade prospects for the world economy. The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) World Economic Outlook (WEO) April 2018 report has projected a global growth rate of 3.9% during 2018-19. World trade volume went up from 2.3% in…
Green Champions of India – CII Initiatives on Promoting Green Practises & Businesses
24 Apr 2018 Adoption of environment friendly practices such as water management, waste management and energy efficiency are crucial for reduced emissions and for ensuring a sustainable growth path for an economy. Building on this imperative, The Confederation of Indian Industry has undertaken significant efforts including the launch of Green…