In this edition, we help you understand the concept of 'net-zero'. And is working towards 'net-zero' going to halt global warming? We also bring you good news from India - the Mahila Housing SEWA Trust is creating women climate leaders. Read through to discover even more!
#reusablenappyweek If you use disposable nappies for your baby because they are convenient, remember that each one is at least 61% plastic. They contain toxins that affect your baby's health. And once in the landfill, they hang around forever. Choose cloth over plastic.
#clothnappies #sustainability
A snapshot audit by Consumers International which uncovers difficulties consumers are currently facing with packaging labelling that is misleading and unclear. This audit uses CAG's contributions about the packaging scenario in India.
CRS will soon be a legal requirement in India as the government is expected to issue rules on this but why wait for the regulation? Keep your child safe today!
#RoadSafety #SafeRoadsIndia #Children #SeatBelt #DriveSafe #DriveSlow #RoadRules
In India, CRS are most commonly available online. Another option is reach out through your social network - there may a child who has outgrown a CRS.
#RoadSafety #SafeRoadsIndia #Children #SeatBelt #DriveSafe #DriveSlow #RoadRules
Did you know? Air pollution could increase the risk of neurological disorders in the elderly like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
#Airpollution #Breastcancerawareness #RightToBreathe #DYK
Did you know? Air pollution has been linked to a range of health problems. A study published in the "Environmental health perspectives" journal suggests that air pollution from vehicular traffic is linked to breast cancer.
#Airpollution #Breastcancerawareness #RightToBreathe #DYK
Electricity Consumers Cells (ECCs) is an initiative of CAG, started in November 2016 with the purpose of empowering consumers to improve their participation in the governance of the electricity sector in Tamil Nadu. So far, seven Electricity Consumer Cells (ECCs) have been set up in seven districts in Tamil Nadu. ECCs began functioning in December 2016 in the three districts of Tiruvallur, Cuddalore, and Tirunelveli. In 2018, two more ECCs were set up in the districts of Salem and Tiruvannamalai. In 2019, ECCs in Vellore and Trichy were added.
Plastics are now entwined into our daily lives and this has been happening in a marked manner over the last few decades. The excessive use of plastics combined with poor management and disposal practices are a major contributor to the global pollution crisis that we are facing today. It is time that we all came together to discuss the issues and threats caused by plastics and identified ways to address them.
A basic model car will cost you at least Rs 3 lakhs. Surely, Rs 5000 for a child restraint that will save your little one's life is worth spending on?
#roadsafety #saferoadsindia
