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Press Release: Uptake of Solar Agriculture Pumpsets in Tamil Nadu

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In order to bring in the voices of farmers, solar developers & experts of the solar agriculture industry and identify gaps & opportunities for solarising agriculture in TN, Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG) in association with South Indian Chamber of Commerce India (SICCI) organised a webinar as part of the Climate Voices Tamil N

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Road Safety - Seatbelt Compliance

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A study on helmet and seatbelt compliance in Chennai by CAG found that passenger safety is often overlooked when it comes to wearing seatbelts. The state government can aim at increasing seat belt compliance by implementing MVAA. https://bit.ly/3lJH4pj

#RoadSafety #SafeRoadIndia #MVAA

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Indoor Air Pollution - Dry Cleaners

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Did you know? The toxic chemical #Perchloroethylene used by dry cleaners remains on clothes even after they have been washed. Do wash your clothes for a second time in order to rinse away the chemicals. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir

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E-bikes: Benefits of electric vehicles

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Electric vehicles have a lower center of gravity than conventional vehicles because the motor is smaller than engines and the weight of the batteries is uniformly distributed. This results in better handling, responsiveness, and a comfortable ride.

#ElectricVehicles #Eikes #RenewableEnergy

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Road Safety - Helmet Compliance

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A study on helmet and seatbelt compliance in Chennai by CAG found a majority of people supported increase in penalties and effective enforcements through e-challans as per the MVAA 2019. They consider it the way forward to curb negligence in wearing safety gear. https://bit.ly/3lJH4pj

#RoadSafety #SafeRoadIndia #MVAA

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E-bikes: Maintenance friendly bikes

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Electric vehicles do not have an internal combustion engine, so they have fewer mechanical parts than internal combustion vehicles. This means that EVs do not require routine maintenance such as oil changes, fluid fill-ups, or maintenance caused by malfunctioning engine parts such as spark plugs and belts.

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Indoor Air Pollution - Carpet Fumes

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Did you know? New carpets let out carpet fumes which are dangerous to health. Vacuuming your carpet regularly or steam cleaning it in case of stubborn odour can help as it rinses away any chemical residue. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir @airqualityindia @Warriormomsin

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E-bikes: What is it about?

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An electric vehicle (EV), often known as an electric drive vehicle, is a vehicle that is propelled by one or more electric motors. Small and large vehicles, including cars, trains, trucks, lorries, aircraft, boats, motorbikes, and scooters can be run using electricity. Electricity can be used to power battery-operated electric vehicles as a transportation fuel (EVs). Electric vehicles (EVs) use an energy storage device, such as a battery, to store electricity. An electric motor drives the vehicle's wheels with electricity.

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