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Current News: Volume VIII, Issue 4, April 2023

Highlights

  • Energy Conservation Building Code for Residential Buildings (Part-3) 
  • Role of electricity in the lives of Indian women & girls (Part-2)
  • Tangedco plans to tap solar power for agricultural feeders
  • Government declares plan to add 50 GW of renewable energy capacity annually for next 5 years to achieve the target of 500 GW by 2030
  • Renewables: main source of energy production in 2021
  • Consumer Focus - Electricity Ombudsman Order 

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When the rubber hits the road !

Tamil Nadu was the first state to bring in a Road Safety Policy as a part of its road safety management system. However, the status of the existing Road Safety Policy calls for an immediate review to ensure that the policy reflects prevailing road safety issues and identifies existing policy constraints. This report furnishes a set of recommendations for the state through a qualitative comparison of Road Safety Policies of other states in India.

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Climate Change - Flash droughts

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As per a study by Science Magazine, #FlashDroughts have been getting more intense since the 1950s, now affecting over 74% of the world's 33 regions. Humid tropical areas such as #India are especially prone to these. #ClimateChange. #ActOnClimate

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World Earth Day 2023

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In this era of #ClimateEmergency, we should #InvestInOurPlanet by taking action #Now to protect and preserve it for future generations. We need to embrace #renewable energy & accelerate toward a green and inclusive future.#WorldEarthDay #EarthDay2023

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Climate Change - Age related problems for senior citizens

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Elderly people in #India face #ClimateChange related challenges due to limited mobility, chronic health issues & reduced resources. Urgent comprehensive action involving governments, civil societies & the private sector is necessary to address their needs. #ActNow 

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Sustainable Transport - Pros and Cons of privatisation of buses

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Chennai has decided to outsource operations and maintenance of MTC buses under a gross contract model. Let's not forget that not all Indian cities have been successful with this model. Thus, it is important to analyse the pros and cons of privatisation of buses and choose a model that is best to create an affordable, accessible and safe bus system for everyone.

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Climate Change - Increase in airplane turbulence

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According to a study published by Nature, flights are now witnessing more "head-slamming" turbulence due to #ClimateChange. This is harming aircraft and injuring passengers and crew, inducing extreme anxiety and fear. #ActOnClimate

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