Developing sustainable cities is a core objective of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Many urban areas are adopting action plans, such as Low Emission Zones (LEZ). LEZs utilize environmental labels to signify a vehicle's emission levels. Vehicles that comply with the established standards are permitted to enter, while those that do not may face penalties. In this series, we will explore the advantages, case studies, and strategies for implementing LEZs in Chennai. #SafeCities #ResilientCities #SustainableCities 

The final round of Plastics Treaty negotiations is coming up!

We are almost at the finish line of the Plastics Treaty negotiations and we want champions of change to win!

Countries should not back down on their commitment to a strong and ambitious Plastics Treaty.

Learn more about the Plastics Treaty 

https://breakfreefromplastic.org/plastics-treaty

Leaving a room? Switch off the lights and fans! A small action that saves energy, lowers your bills and reduces carbon emissions. Let's make this a habit for a brighter, greener future. #EnergySavings #EcoFriendly

An important concern highlighted during our survey on hypertension services offered by Primary Health Centres in Tiruvannamalai pertained to medicine packaging. Similar looking medication confuses patients - especially those with low literacy levels. It's crucial for authorities to implement measures that ensure patients identify the correct medications for their specific treatments. Skipping a prescribed drug or taking the wrong one can lead to serious complications.

The 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion, (Safety 2024) was held from September 2-4, 2024 in New Delhi, with a focus on global efforts in areas such as road safety and drowning prevention.  With the theme "Building a Safer Future for All: Equitable and Sustainable Strategies for Injury and Violence Prevention", Safety 2024 highlighted global efforts to reduce injury and violence, particularly among vulnerable populations like children and adolescents.

Children are classified as Vulnerable Road Users and are at higher risk of serious injury during crashes, making helmets essential even for young riders. Helmets are inexpensive compared to the cost of a vehicle and parents should view them as a long-term investment in their children's safety.

Markets are vibrant spaces teeming with shoppers, but vehicle congestion can make them challenging and unsafe for pedestrians. By banning vehicles in these areas, we can cultivate a lively and enjoyable market atmosphere. Do you agree? Share your thoughts in the comment section below!

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), Chennai, in association with the Consumer Rights Movement organised a capacity building workshop on the topics of Energy Efficiency, and Renewable Energy on October 07, 2024, at Hotel Srinivasa, Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu. This workshop aimed to raise consumer awareness and help them participate in the clean energy transition, by empowering participants with essential knowledge. The workshop catered to consumer group representatives and members of the general public.