We can’t fight climate change with business-as-usual spending. India’s energy procurement is full of untapped potential, but sustainability is still not a priority. This report shows how we can turn every public purchase into a climate win.
This research project, led by CBalance with support from CAG, aims to create and test practical cool roof solutions featuring reflective and insulating materials to minimize heat absorption through roofs, help lower indoor temperatures, and…
Plastic, Policies and People brings grassroots voices into the global conversation on plastic pollution. This report captures insights from waste workers, youth, RWAs, and MSMEs across four cities, highlighting their expectations, concerns, and…
This first-of-its-kind study explores climate literacy and environmental attitudes among selected Members of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. At a time when climate-informed policymaking is crucial, the report offers valuable insights into…
This report highlights the findings from a survey of the general public’s understanding of road safety issues and rules. The report sheds light on public perceptions of critical issues like speeding, road safety, pedestrian safety, and…
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…
CAG's Environmental Law Enforcement Manual seeks to facilitate investigation of environmental crimes. It addresses the challenges faced by various agencies in enforcing environmental laws and provides guidelines for improving inter-agency…
The emergence of smartphones has transformed public transportation in cities such as Chennai. Commuters now have access to various digital tools, such as the MTC’s Chennai Bus Application, to enhance their daily commutes. This report seeks to…
Following our study on patient perspectives on access to hypertension care through PHCs in Tiruvannamalai, this study looks at doctors' perspectives in treating hypertension. The study examines responses from 25 doctors from a cross section of…
The Pedestrian Plaza project in Pondy Bazaar, under the Chennai Smart City Initiative aimed to create pedestrian-friendly spaces by relocating street vendors to a dedicated complex. CAG’s study, surveying 350 customers and 170 vendors, found that 94…