In this series, we unpack climate change — the science, the impacts, and the challenges. This week, we begin with climate denial, a real barrier to climate action. When scientists publish studies, it is the responsibility of other experts to evaluate their validity. Yet among climate deniers, even well-established and rigorously validated facts are often twisted, dismissed, or attacked with conspiracy claims, spreading misinformation that downplays the science itself. Don’t be a climate denier, be a climate warrior.

CAG has submitted its comments on the Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2025 to ensure that consumer rights, affordability, and equitable access remain central to power sector reforms. The submission emphasizes consumer choice, protection for vulnerable users, transparent tariff practices, and fair competition among electricity suppliers.

Seatbelts save lives - but too many among us don't use them. In India (2023), over 16,025 people died in crashes because they weren’t wearing seatbelts. 

In Tamil Nadu, 536 lives were lost for the same reason. These are preventable deaths. Two seconds to buckle up could mean a lifetime saved. A family spared years of grief. 

Whether you’re in the front seat or the back, driver or passenger, seatbelts aren’t optional. Buckle up! 

Whose City Is This? Are Indian cities truly inclusive for everyone? Sathish Kumar, a wheelchair user, began using public buses after the introduction of low-floor buses in Chennai — completing an impressive 312 rides within a year of their launch. This milestone, made possible after decades of advocacy, marks more than personal freedom: it represents a vital step towards making our cities accessible and inclusive for all.

Our cities are growing and expanding every day, but true progress means putting people first when designing our cities. People-centred smart city is about:

Walkable, safe, and inclusive streets

Affordable housing and accessible services

Green public spaces that connect communities

Technology that empowers its citizens

Sustainable transport that keeps everyone moving

From local communities to global networks, partnerships drive progress. When governments, NGOs, businesses, and citizens work together, change becomes stronger and more lasting. Collaboration is key to achieving every SDG.
#SDG17 #PartnershipsForTheGoals

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), Asar and Poovulagin Nanbargal organised a rooftop solar awareness workshop at Ayanavaram, Chennai. The event took place on Sunday, 31 August, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Around 30 participants from Ayanavaram and nearby areas attended the session, with most of them being independent home owners.