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,…
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…
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…
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…
A recent Brown University study unveils novel insights into temperature-induced coral bleaching. This paves the way for innovative models and urgent avenues of future research in understanding marine ecosystems.
CAG’s study on Tamil Nadu’s fare free bus for women scheme found that women saved, on average, Rs 601 to Rs 800 per month. They used this money for their family -on household needs, education, and healthcare. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn…
Pedestrian infrastructure plays a pivotal role in enabling mobility for everyone, especially individuals with disabilities. Almost every journey commences or concludes on foot, and if the initial or final steps of that journey are inaccessible, the…
As per IQ Air report, 12 Indian cities were listed among the top 15 most polluted cities globally. This Air Pollution challenge remains a complex issue that requires sustained efforts & innovative solutions to protect public health & the…
A recent Nature Communications study of the populations of 19 bird & mammal species found that 70% of these populations are susceptible to extinction over the next few decades as the rate of their evolution significantly lags behind the rapid…
The Government of India has published road crash data for 2022 and the numbers are staggering - crashes have increased by 11.9% since 2021! These figures highlight the urgent need for road safety measures. Together, let's drive change and work…