Road Safety - Increase of two-wheeler rider fatalities
Two-wheelers remain one of the largest and most vulnerable road user groups. In spite of stronger legislation on road safety & implementation of measures like higher penalties, the number of two-wheeler rider fatalities has increased - 74,897 fatalities in 2022 alone. If you ride a two-wheeler, take extra care - speeding, not wearing a helmet etc can quickly turn fatal.
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board in Retrospect: An Examination of Selected Parameters from 2017 to 2022
An in-depth analysis of the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board’s structure, leadership, and capacity for the years 2017-2022. This study explores gaps and offers insights for better environmental management in Tamil Nadu. Dive into the report for more details.
Sustainable Transport - Fair Fares: Better access; fewer barriers
Access to fresh air is crucial for both genders. CAG's study found that women are now using the free bus service for leisure activities. This boosts women's mental well-being and fosters positive family relationships. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more.
Climate Change - Spike in insects mortality
As per Elsevier study #ClimateChange induced extreme weather events impact insect populations by causing a spike in mortality. This in turn affects the relationships between plants, herbivores, predators & other organisms involved in the food web.
National Energy Conservation Day 2023
Anthropogenic alteration of natural lighting by unwanted & excessive artificial illuminations is known as light pollution. It contributes to our increasing carbon footprint and upsets the ecological balance. From this Energy Conservation Day, let us make smarter lighting choices in our homes & neighbourhoods, reduce light pollution & our electricity bills.
Road Safety - Road crashes data 2023
As a signatory to the Brasilia Declaration on Road Safety, #India set itself the ambitious target of halving road traffic deaths by 2025. In spite of laudable efforts, the Government of India's 2022 data paints a dismal picture. Road traffic deaths are rising with pedestrians, cyclists, & two-wheeler riders being the most vulnerable groups. It is time that everyone - governments & citizens - reflect on what went wrong & resolve to do better as we go into 2024.
Sustainable Transport - Fair fares: Ticket to women's empowerment
Women's transportation needs often takes a backseat among family priorities. Along with the disproportionate load of domestic duties that they shoulder, it is extremely challenging for women to work outside the home. CAG's study found that the fare free bus scheme reduced the barriers somewhat. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more.
Human Rights Day 2023
If we think that resource recovery from our waste is the job of a waste worker, let's re-think our human rights values. Ensuring that cloth waste, e-waste, sanitary waste and food waste do not leave our home in one big mixed pile can do much for the dignity of our waste workers. Let's get it right! Let's do it ourselves! #HumanRightsDay
St(o)ppwatch October - November 2023
While technology plays an important role in combating climate change, without addressing fossil fuels we don't stand a fighting chance. This edition of St(o)ppwatch brings you news on just transition, interesting interdisciplinary linkages and much more!