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Environmental Sustainability - Phase VII

Feb 2022 - Jan 2023

Climate change is not a distant reality anymore. It is in our backyard now. With each passing day, we are seeing the effects of climate change all over the world and India is no exception. The concept of climate change should be understood by everyone and they should be aware of the role they can play in limiting the effects of climate change to create a resilient society. Lack of information for citizens to make informed decisions or effectively intervene is a major challenge. Also, citizens need to be constantly reminded and educated about the importance and need to practice sustainable lifestyles - less energy and water consumption, sharing resources, and the concept of refuse, reduce, reuse and recycle. In addition,with net-zero pledges coming from different governments around the world and the state governments of India, there is a need to work with the Tamil Nadu state government to frame its net-zero plans and state climate action plans by focusing on what kind of solutions should be included.

Consumer Protection- Labelling

The Agmark symbol is given to an agricultural product after  chemical analysis (including pesticide residue), microbiological analysis, aflatoxin analysis etc. It is currently voluntary for most products, except  edible vegetable oils and fat spread. Wherever available, choose Agmark validated products over products that are not.

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Multimodal integration

Chennai's public transportation system has diverse networks, each with unique pros and cons. Integrating these networks into a unified system can provide equal travel opportunities for all commuters across the city. Did you know that the Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) is in charge of precisely that?

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Are we there yet? An assessment of helmet compliance across districts in Tamil Nadu

CAG conducted a helmet-compliance study across 11 districts in Tamil Nadu in November 2024. The findings revealed low adherence, particularly among adults in districts like Chengalpattu and Kanchipuram and negligible compliance among children. This is despite  India reporting over 4.6 lakh road crashes, resulting in 1.68 lakh fatalities (in 2022), and Tamil Nadu consistently topping the list for road crashes from 2018 to 2022.

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Sustainability 101

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Start a small garden at home, even in urban spaces! Grow veggies and herbs to cut food miles, reduce plastic waste, and enjoy fresh, healthy produce. A simple, rewarding step toward a greener, sustainable lifestyle.  #SustainableLiving #UrbanGardening #EcoFriendly

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Sustainability 101

Opt for digital books over paperbacks to save trees, water, and energy. They’re eco-friendly, lightweight, and portable—perfect for on-the-go reading. Join the digital reading revolution and make a greener choice!  #SustainableLiving #GoPaperless

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